Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 9, 2025
On Chairs ("we", "us", or "our") is a design journal committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you visit our website (onchairs.xyz), sign up to our mailing list, or engage with our content.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect the following information when you interact with On Chairs:
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Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us)
- Name (optional)
- Any other details you voluntarily provide (e.g. feedback, submissions)
b. Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data includes:
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IP address
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Browser type and settings
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Device type and OS
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Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on the site
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Referral source
This data is gathered via cookies and analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Send email newsletters and journal updates (only if you opt in)
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Understand how visitors use the site
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Improve the site’s structure, content, and usability
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Respond to feedback, submissions, or enquiries
- Prevent misuse and maintain security
3. Mailing List & Communications
When you subscribe to our mailing list:
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You’ll receive occasional updates from On Chairs featuring new content, themes, or announcements
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You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting us directly
We use [insert email service, e.g. Mailchimp, Buttondown, Substack] to manage and send our emails. These platforms store your data in accordance with their privacy practices.
4. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and privacy-friendly analytics tools to help us understand how the site is being used.
Analytics Tools
We may use:
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Plausible Analytics, Fathom, or Google Analytics (with IP anonymization enabled)
These tools collect anonymized usage statistics. No personally identifiable information is collected without your consent.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, refer to our Cookie Policy.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
Your data may be shared with:
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Third-party providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics tools) only as needed to deliver the site’s features
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Government or legal authorities, if required by law
We ensure all third parties comply with data protection standards and handle your data securely.
6. Your Rights
As a user, especially under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request correction or deletion
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Withdraw your consent at any time
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File a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g. the ICO in the UK)
To request access or deletion of your data, contact us at pw@websterp.com.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data:
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As long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy
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Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Old or unused data is regularly reviewed and securely deleted.
8. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational steps to protect your personal data, including:
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HTTPS encryption
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Use of secure, vetted third-party services
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Restricted internal access to personal information
However, no system can guarantee absolute security online.
9. Third-Party Links
On Chairs may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. For significant updates, we may notify subscribers by email.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Email: pw@websterp.com
Website: https://onchairs.xyz