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Last updated: [01 11 2025]
 

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how maryajide.com collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data. As a personal professional website operated by Mary Ajide, the site is committed to respecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

 

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of data:

A.        Personal Data

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any message or content submitted through contact forms, feedback, event registration, or other submissions

B.        Non-Personal / Technical Data

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Time of visit and interaction data

  • Analytics and usage data

 

3. How We Collect Information

We collect personal and technical information through:

  • Contact Forms: When you send messages via forms on the site

  • Newsletter / Event Sign-Up Forms

  • Comment or Feedback Submissions (e.g. on the Introspection page)

  • Cookies and Analytics Tools (explained below)

  • Embedded Content (e.g. podcast players, videos, social media integrations)

 

4. Why We Collect Your Data

We collect and use your data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to enquiries and messages

  • To share updates or coordinate events you’ve expressed interest in

  • To improve site performance and user experience

  • For security, analytics, and troubleshooting

  • For outreach and engagement related to public communication, creative work, and collaboration

 

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on:

  • Consent – For newsletters, forms, and cookies (you can withdraw at any time)

  • Legitimate Interests – To operate and secure the website, understand engagement, and improve content

  • Contractual Necessity – When responding to messages or information you request

 

6. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that process your data:

  • Wix.com – Website hosting, security, analytics

  • Embedded Podcast Platforms – May use cookies or track engagement

  • Email and Contact Management Tools – To manage messages and responses

These providers may store and process data outside the EU. We ensure they comply with GDPR or appropriate safeguards for international data transfer.

 

7. Data Security & Retention

  • Data is stored securely on Wix servers with appropriate encryption and firewall protection.

  • Access is limited to the site owner and trusted technical service providers (if any).

  • Data submitted via forms is retained only as long as necessary for its purpose or until consent is withdrawn.

  • Analytics data may be stored anonymously for longer periods.

 

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Rectify inaccurate data

  • Erase your personal data (“Right to be Forgotten”)

  • Restrict or object to data processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability where applicable

 

To exercise any of these rights, contact:

contact@maryajide.com

 

9. Cookie Policy

A.        What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device to improve your browsing experience and help us understand site usage.

B.        Types of Cookies Used

  • Essential Cookies – Required for site functionality

  • Analytics Cookies – To understand how visitors use the site (e.g. page views, time spent)

  • Functional Cookies – Enhance user experience (e.g. remembering preferences)

  • Third-Party Cookies – Set by embedded services like podcast players or social media

C.        Managing Cookies

  • You can adjust your cookie preferences via your browser settings.

  • You will be asked to provide explicit consent for non-essential cookies when you visit the site.

 

10. International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to or processed outside of the European Economic Area (EEA), including by services such as Wix.com or embedded media tools. These providers are required to meet GDPR or equivalent data protection standards.

 

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

 

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:

contact@maryajide.com

maryajide.com

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