Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

HQAIM Studios
Human Quotient + AI Mastery

Publisher of The AI Artisan
Questions or requests: support@hqaim.com

2. What This Policy Covers

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• aiartisan.hqaim.com
• Premium-access pages
• Premium modules
• Subscription or access-request forms
• Email collections
• Support or contact submissions
• Analytics and performance tools integrated into the site

It does not apply to external services we link to (e.g., LinkedIn, payment gateways, external documentation platforms).

3. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimal information required to provide, secure, and improve the site.

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Name (if submitted in a form)
• Email address (for access requests or contact)
• Payment confirmation (handled entirely by the payment provider)
• Messages sent via contact forms

We do not request or store sensitive personal data.

B. Information Collected Automatically

Standard web analytics may collect:

• IP address (anonymous or truncated)
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Pages viewed
• Time spent on pages
• Referring URL
• General location (city/country, non-precise)

This data helps us understand usage patterns and improve performance.

C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use:

• Essential cookies (site functionality)
• Analytics cookies (anonymous usage metrics)

We do not use advertising cookies or behavioral tracking. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide access to premium modules
• Send requested materials
• Respond to enquiries
• Track site performance
• Improve content quality
• Maintain security
• Prevent misuse or spam
• Comply with legal requirements

We do not sell personal data. We do not share your data with advertisers.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, we process your data under:

• Consent (when you submit a form)
• Legitimate interest (analytics, security, performance)
• Contract (when providing Premium access)
• Legal obligation (when required by law)

6. How We Share Information

We may share minimal data with:

• Email service providers (for access delivery)
• Analytics platforms (anonymous usage metrics)
• Payment processors (for Premium access)
• Infrastructure providers (for hosting and security)

These providers act on our behalf and follow strict data-protection standards. We do not share personal information with third parties for marketing or advertising.

7. Data Storage & Security

We use industry-standard security measures:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
• Secure servers
• Access logs
• Data-minimization practices
• Regular platform updates

While no system is perfect, we take all reasonable steps to protect your information.

8. Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as needed for:

• Providing requested content
• Legal or tax purposes
• Security needs
• Resolving disputes

You may request deletion at any time (see “Your Rights”).

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

GDPR / International Rights

• Access your data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion
• Request a copy of your data
• Withdraw consent
• Restrict or object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with a data authority

California (CCPA/CPRA) Rights

• Know what data is collected
• Request deletion
• Request correction
• Opt-out of sale (we do not sell data)
• Request information about data usage

To exercise your rights: support@hqaim.com

We respond within the legally required timeframe.

10. Children’s Policy

This site is not intended for users under 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we collected such data, contact us for immediate removal.

11. International Transfers

Some data may be processed outside your country. All transfers follow appropriate legal safeguards such as:

• GDPR standard contractual clauses
• Secure, compliant hosting providers

12. External Links

Our modules and pages may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy when needed. The “Last Updated” date will always reflect the latest version. Major changes will be announced on the site.

14. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns: