Privacy policy.

Effective Date: September 2025
Last Updated: September 2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to our website. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website (the “Site”) or use our services. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use the Site or provide us with your personal information.

We are committed to complying with applicable privacy laws, including Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and, where applicable, other international data protection laws like the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We also aim to follow industry best practices to protect your privacy.

2. Who We Are
This Privacy Policy is issued by the operator of the Site, QuantMamaBees. In this policy, terms like “we,” “our,” or “us” refer to the Site operator. If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us through the contact form available on our website. Our website is hosted on Squarespace. Squarespace may place essential and analytics cookies on your browser to help operate the site and understand visitor usage. These cookies collect information such as pages visited, time spent, and device/browser type. We do not use these cookies for advertising or selling personal data.

3. Personal Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as some information automatically when you use our Site. This may include:

  • Contact Information: e.g. your first name, last name, email address, and (optional) phone number – for example, when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us via a form.

  • Newsletter Preferences: If you sign up for our newsletter or mailing list, we may record that subscription and any preferences (like topics of interest).

  • Messages and Inquiries: Any personal data you include in messages to us (for instance, through a contact form or email), such as the content of your inquiry and your contact details.

  • Usage Data: When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically:

    • IP Address and Device Info: Your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referring website.

    • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and analytics tools to collect information about how you use the Site (see Section 7 on Cookies for details). This can include pages viewed, time spent, links clicked, and other aggregate analytics data. This information is generally not used to identify you by name, and we do not tie it to your contact information, but it is considered personal data in some jurisdictions (like the EU) if it can be linked to you.

We do not actively collect any sensitive personal information (such as government ID numbers, financial information, health data, etc.) or any special categories of personal data unless you choose to provide it to us (and we discourage you from doing so in the context of a simple blog and newsletter site).

4. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Manage Services:
    – Newsletter: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use your email address to send you the newsletter and occasional updates about our content or services.
    – Respond to Inquiries: If you contact us via a form or email, we will use your provided information to respond to you and address your request or questions.
    – Account Creation: If our Site offers user accounts or memberships in the future, we would use personal information to create and manage your account (e.g., username, email).

  • To Improve Our Website and Content:
    – We analyze usage data (via cookies and analytics) to understand how users interact with our Site. This helps us troubleshoot issues, improve our content, and enhance user experience. For example, seeing which blog posts are most popular or how users navigate the site helps us optimize our content strategy.
    – We may use aggregated data to improve Site functionality or layout.

  • To Communicate with You:
    – We may send administrative emails for important Site changes, policy updates, or service announcements.
    – If you are on our mailing list, we will send you newsletters or marketing emails. You can opt out at any time (every marketing email will contain an “unsubscribe” link or you can contact us through the contact form available on our website to be removed).

  • To Enforce Terms and Protect our Rights:
    – We may use your information to ensure compliance with our Terms of Use (if applicable) and to protect the security or integrity of our Site.
    – If necessary, we might use personal information to investigate and prevent fraud or other illegal activities, or to enforce our legal rights.

We will only use your personal information for the purposes we have described. If we need to use it for a new purpose, we will update this Privacy Policy and, if required by law, seek your consent.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Notice)

For individuals in the EEA/UK, we must have a valid “legal basis” to process your personal data under the GDPR/UK GDPR. Our legal bases include:

  • Consent: We rely on your consent to process personal data when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter or submit information via our contact forms. By providing your information in these contexts, you consent to our use of it for the stated purpose (e.g., sending you the newsletter or responding to your query). You have the right to withdraw consent at any time (for example, you can unsubscribe from the newsletter via the link provided in emails or by contacting us).

  • Legitimate Interests: We may process certain data based on our legitimate interests. For instance, we have a legitimate interest in understanding Site usage (through analytics) to improve our services, and in ensuring the security and integrity of our Site. When we rely on this basis, we ensure that our interests are not overridden by your privacy rights and interests.

6. How We Share or Disclose Information
We treat your personal information with care and do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We only share information in limited circumstances, such as:

  • Service Providers: We use trusted third-party companies to help us operate the Site and deliver our services. These providers may process personal data on our behalf, but only for the purposes outlined in this policy and under instructions of confidentiality and security. Key service providers include:
    – Squarespace: Our website is built and hosted on the Squarespace platform. Squarespace acts as a data processor that provides us with website building tools, hosting, and analytics. This means that information you provide through our Site (for example, via forms) is stored on Squarespace’s servers. Squarespace may also collect certain data (like cookie information and site analytics) on our behalf. We have agreed to Squarespace’s terms which ensure they implement appropriate security for your data. (You can refer to Squarespace’s Privacy Policy for more details on their practices.)
    – Email Newsletter Service: If we use an email marketing service (for example, MailChimp, SendGrid, or Squarespace’s built-in Email Campaigns) to manage our newsletter, then your email address and name will be stored with that service provider for the purpose of sending you emails. Such providers are also bound by privacy obligations and will not use your info except to send our communications to you.
    – Analytics or Other Tools: Aside from Squarespace’s built-in analytics, we may use external analytics like Google Analytics. They may set cookies on your browser to enable this service.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order, subpoena, or government demand). We will only do so to the extent necessary and in accordance with applicable laws.

  • Protection of Rights and Interests: We may share data when we believe it’s necessary to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of our users or others. This includes exchanging information with other companies and organizations for fraud protection or security threats.

  • Business Transfers: If in the future our website or business is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, personal information may be transferred to the new owner as part of that transaction. If that happens, we will ensure the new owner is bound to respect your personal information in line with this policy, and we will notify you (for example, via a notice on the Site) of any such change in ownership or control of your personal data.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather information about visitors and visits. This section explains how we use these technologies:

  • What Are Cookies: Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly and can make your next visit easier by remembering your preferences. We use both “session cookies” (which expire when you close your browser) and “persistent cookies” (which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).

  • How We Use Cookies:
    – Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the Site’s operation (for example, to load pages, remember your settings, or enable you to use features like forms). Without these, the Site may not function correctly.
    – Analytics and Performance Cookies: We (and Squarespace on our behalf) use analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use the Site. For instance, Squarespace’s analytics cookies gather data such as pages visited, time on site, browser type, and referring site. This information helps us understand user engagement and improve our content. The analytics data is generally aggregated and does not directly identify individual visitors.
    – No Personalized Ads: We do not use advertising cookies or trackers for personalized ads on our Site at this time. Our website is built and hosted on the Squarespace platform. Squarespace may place cookies and collect information directly in order to operate and improve its services (for example, through analytics or essential functionality). These activities are governed by Squarespace’s own Privacy Policy. While we do not control Squarespace’s independent data collection practices, we have chosen them as a service provider and rely on them to handle information responsibly.

  • Cookie Consent: When you first visit our Site, you may see a cookie banner (especially if required by your region’s laws). By clicking “Accept” or continuing to use the Site, you consent to the placement of cookies as described. If you choose to disable non-essential cookies, the Site should remain usable, though some enhancements (like analytics insights for us) will be lost.

  • Your Choices: Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. You can also clear cookies from your browser at any time. Please be aware that blocking or deleting cookies might affect the functionality of our Site. For example, if you block all cookies, some features (like forms or login sessions, if applicable) may not work properly.

For more information on cookies and how to manage them, you can visit your browser’s help documentation or independent sites like allaboutcookies.org. Additionally, some third parties (like Google) provide their own opt-out mechanisms for analytics cookies.

8. Data Storage and International Transfers
We operate our website from Canada, but the personal information we collect may be stored or processed in other countries. In particular, our website is hosted by Squarespace, which is a U.S.-based service. This means data you provide (e.g., via a signup form) might be transferred to or stored on servers located in the United States or other jurisdictions outside of your home country.

By using our Site or providing us with your information, you consent to the transfer of your personal information internationally, including to the United States. We will take reasonable steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is processed. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or another region with data transfer restrictions, we rely on legally-provided mechanisms to transfer data (for example, Squarespace’s compliance with the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework or Standard Contractual Clauses, as applicable) to ensure adequate protection of your information.

9. Data Retention
We keep your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. For example:

  • If you signed up for our newsletter, we will retain your email address and related information until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it. Once you opt-out, we will stop sending you emails, and normally we will delete or anonymize your contact info (unless legally required to keep a record of your opt-out).

  • If you contacted us with an inquiry, we may retain your communication and our response for a reasonable period (to have a history of our communication, or as needed to fulfill your request).

  • Analytics data is typically retained in aggregate form. If any analytics records are tied to identifiers (like IP addresses), those may be retained for a shorter period (e.g., IP logs might be kept for security analysis for a few weeks or months and then deleted or anonymized).

  • We periodically review the data we hold. If we determine that personal information is no longer necessary for any purpose, we will delete, destroy, or anonymize it in a secure manner.

10. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. These measures include technical safeguards (such as encryption, where appropriate, and secure hosting environments) and organizational measures (limiting access to personal data to only those who need it for the purposes described).

Please understand that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You share information with us at your own risk. If we become aware of a data breach that compromises your personal data, we will inform you and the relevant authorities as required by law.

11. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We honor all applicable rights under privacy laws:

  • Access and Correction (PIPEDA & others): You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections of any inaccuracies. You can contact us to get a copy of your data or to update it if it’s incorrect or out of date. We will need to verify your identity before complying with such requests.

  • Withdrawal of Consent: If you have given consent for any specific processing (e.g., receiving the newsletter), you can withdraw that consent at any time. For example, you can unsubscribe from emails using the link provided, or contact us to be removed. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

  • Deletion (Right to Erasure): In certain cases, you may request that we delete your personal information. For example, if you no longer want us to have your data, and it’s no longer necessary for us to keep it, you can ask us to delete it. We will do so, provided we have no legal obligation or overriding reason to keep it.

  • Data Portability (GDPR): If you are in a jurisdiction like the EU that provides this right, you can request a copy of the personal data you provided to us in a machine-readable format, and you can ask that we transmit it to another service provider if technically feasible.

  • Objection and Restriction (GDPR): You may have the right to object to certain processing (for instance, you can ask us to stop using your data for direct marketing, which we will always honor). You can also request that we restrict processing of your data in certain circumstances (for instance, while a complaint is being resolved).

  • California Privacy Rights: For California residents, we do not sell personal information, so the “Do Not Sell” provisions of CCPA are not applicable. California residents may request information about any third parties with whom we have shared personal information for those third parties’ direct marketing purposes (we have not done so, as we do not share data for others’ marketing). If you are a California resident under age 18 and a registered user of our Site (unlikely in our case, since we do not offer user accounts and do not target minors), you have the right to request removal of content you have posted publicly on the Site. Since user-generated content isn’t a feature of our Site, this likely does not apply, but you can contact us if you have questions.

Exercising Your Rights: To make any request regarding your personal data, please contact us with the details of your request. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law (for example, within 30 days for access requests under PIPEDA, or faster if required). There is no fee for making a request, but if your requests are manifestly unfounded or excessive, we reserve the right to either charge a reasonable fee or refuse to act (as allowed by law).

12. Children’s Privacy
Our Site and services are not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. The content on our Site is intended for a general audience interested in quantitative skills and business leadership, and is not aimed at minors.

If you are under 18, please do not submit any personal information to us. In particular, please do not use or provide any information on this Site. Parents or guardians should be aware of their children’s online activities and consider using web filtering tools to enforce any parental controls.

In compliance with the U.S. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other similar laws, if we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will delete that information as soon as possible. If you believe that we might have any information from or about a minor under 13 (or under 18, if you are a parent/guardian who has concerns), please contact us immediately so that we can take appropriate action.

13. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us (for example, links to external articles, social media pages, etc.). If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit before providing any personal information to them.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. If the changes are significant, we may also notify you by additional means (such as by email if you have subscribed to our newsletter, or by a notice on the Site’s homepage).

Your continued use of the Site after any modifications to the Privacy Policy have been posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our privacy practices.

15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us. We will be happy to answer your questions and address any issues to the best of our ability. If you are not satisfied with our response to a privacy-related matter, and you are in Canada, you have the right to contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) or your provincial privacy commissioner (if applicable) to file a complaint. Similarly, individuals in the EU/UK can contact their local data protection authority.

By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. We take your privacy seriously and will do our utmost to protect it.