Privacy Policy
Your privacy is our priority. Discover how Axiora Blogs protects, uses, and respects your digital footprint in a connected world.
1.0 Introduction
Axiora Blogs ("Axiora Blogs," "we," "us," or "our") is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) publication operated by Axiora Labs, based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit axiorablogs.com (the "Site"), how we use and protect it, and what rights you have over it.
This Policy covers the Site and its related features, including our newsletter, comment sections, contact form, and interactive tools (such as our article quiz generator). It does not apply to third-party websites we link to, or to other Axiora Labs properties, which may be governed by their own privacy policies. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as described here. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
2.0 Who We Are
3.0 Information We Collect
3.1 Information You Give Us Directly
- Contact form: your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- Newsletter: your email address, when you subscribe.
- Comments: your comment text, and your name if you choose to provide one (it's optional).
- Engagement features: when you "like" an article or use tools like our quiz generator, we may record basic, non-identifying interaction data tied to your session (e.g., which article you engaged with).
3.1 Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect some technical information when you browse the Site, including:
- IP address and approximate location (country/city level)
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages viewed, time spent on page, and referring/exit pages
- Date and time of visit
We collect this through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies, which may involve analytics tools such as Google Analytics or comparable services.
3.2 Cookies & Similar Tech
- • Essential functions (e.g., remembering light/dark theme)
- • Analytics for understanding visitor usage
- • Advertising (where applicable)
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect how parts of the Site function.
3.3 Third-Party Features
- • Social sharing buttons (WhatsApp, X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn) take you to platforms where their own policies apply.
- • AI chat links (ChatGPT or Gemini) send the article's title and URL to those providers.
We don't control what they do with that data please check their respective privacy policies.
4.0 How We Use Your Data
We use the information described above to:
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their own direct marketing purposes. However, our third-party advertising partners (such as Google AdSense) may collect and share your technical data (like IP address and browsing behavior) to serve targeted ads, which may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of data under certain privacy laws like the California CCPA.
5.0 Legal Basis (EEA/UK)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the UK, we process your information on the following bases:
Consent
For newsletter sign-up and comments.
Legitimate Interest
For basic analytics, site security, and improving our content.
Contractual Necessity
For responding to your direct inquiries.
6.0 Advertising
Axiora Blogs may display advertising, including through third-party networks such as Google AdSense, to help support free access to our content. These networks may use cookies to serve relevant ads and measure performance. We do not control their data practices please review their policies, and use your browser, device, or Google's Ads Settings to manage ad personalization.
8.0 Data Transfers
Because the Site is globally accessible, your information may be transferred to service providers outside Sri Lanka (for hosting, analytics, etc.), which may have different data protection standards. Where this occurs, we take reasonable steps to keep your data protected consistent with this Policy.
9.0 Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Contact forms: Retained while needed to address your inquiry, then deleted or archived.
- Newsletter emails: Kept until you unsubscribe.
- Comments: Kept until removed by you or by our moderator.
10.0 Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. That said, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11.0 Your Privacy Rights
PDPA No. 9 of 2022
Establishes rights including access, correction, and erasure of personal data. Phased implementation by Data Protection Authority.
GDPR
You have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, port your data, object to processing, withdraw consent, and lodge complaints.
CCPA / CPRA
Right to know held info, request deletion/correction, and opt-out of data 'sale/sharing'. We won't discriminate for exercising rights.
PIPEDA & CPPA
Right to request access to held info, challenge accuracy or completeness, and request appropriate corrections or deletions.
Privacy Acts 1988 & 2020
Processed under AUS Privacy Act 1988 (inc. 2024-2026 amendments) and NZ Act 2020. Right to access, correct, and submit complaints.
LGPD (Brazil)
Right to confirm processing, access data, correct inaccuracies, anonymize/delete unnecessary data, and revoke consent.
Exercising your rights
Email us and we will respond as required by applicable law.
12.0 Children
Axiora Blogs is a general STEM publication and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the relevant minimum age in your jurisdiction). If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will remove it.
13.0 External Links
Our articles often reference or link to external websites, products, and services (e.g., when discussing aircraft manufacturers or F1 teams). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites, and encourage you to review their own policies.
14.0 Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will update the "Last Updated" date above when we do, and note significant changes on this page.
Questions about this Policy?
We are committed to maintaining your trust. Reach out to Axiora Labs directly for any inquiries regarding this policy.