Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Anonymous Research ("AR," "we," "us," or "our") operates as an independent cultural analysis bureau. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website anonymousresearch.org (the "Site") or interact with our services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains our practices regarding personal information and your rights concerning that information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Subscribe to our email newsletter or research updates
• Download white papers or research documents
• Complete diagnostic assessments or surveys
• Contact us through forms or email
• Participate in research studies

This may include:

• Email address
• Name (if provided)
• Responses to diagnostic tools and surveys
• Any information included in correspondence with us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring website addresses
• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Date and time of visits
• Device identifiers

We collect this information through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies.

2.3 Analytics

We use analytics services (including but not limited to Google Analytics 4 or similar privacy-focused alternatives such as Plausible Analytics) to understand how visitors use our Site. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to collect and analyze information about Site usage.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Core Functions

• Delivering requested content (newsletters, white papers, diagnostic results)
• Responding to inquiries and providing support
• Conducting research and analysis

3.2 Site Improvement

• Analyzing Site usage patterns
• Improving Site functionality and user experience
• Identifying and resolving technical issues

3.3 Research Purposes

• Aggregate analysis of diagnostic tool results
• Cultural labor research and pattern identification
• Publishing anonymized, aggregated findings in research papers

Important: Individual diagnostic results and responses are never published or shared in identifiable form. All published research uses aggregated, anonymized data only.

3.4 Communications

• Sending requested newsletters and research updates
• Providing information about new publications or tools
• Responding to your inquiries

We will not use your information for purposes materially different from those described in this policy without your consent.

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Information

Anonymous Research does not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.

4.2 Limited Sharing

We may share information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (email distribution, website hosting, analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide these services and to protect its confidentiality.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or comply with legal processes.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

Aggregated Data: We may share aggregated, anonymized data that cannot identify individual users for research, publication, or analytical purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to site owners.

5.2 How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential cookies: Required for Site functionality
• Analytics cookies: Understanding how visitors use our Site
• Preference cookies: Remembering your settings and preferences

Where required by law (including EU jurisdictions), analytics and non-essential cookies are used only after obtaining user consent through our cookie banner.

5.3 Your Cookie Choices

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality and your user experience.

You can learn more about cookies and how to manage them at www.allaboutcookies.org.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data transmission (SSL/TLS)
• Secure server infrastructure
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information 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.

• Email subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
• Diagnostic results: Aggregated data retained indefinitely for research; individual results may be retained temporarily for research validation
• Correspondence: Retained as needed to respond to inquiries and maintain records
• Analytics data: Retained according to our analytics provider's policies (typically 26-50 months)

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 Access and Correction

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections to inaccurate information.

8.2 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

8.3 Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by:

• Clicking "unsubscribe" in any email we send
• Contacting us directly at research@anonymousresearch.org

8.4 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

8.5 Object to Processing

You may object to our processing of your personal information under certain circumstances.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at research@anonymousresearch.org. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age required by applicable law (generally 16 in most jurisdictions, 13 in the United States). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these age thresholds. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under the applicable age, we will take steps to delete that information as quickly as possible.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under the applicable age, please contact us immediately.

10. International Users

Anonymous Research operates in the United States. If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated.

By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not operated by Anonymous Research. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell
• Right to request deletion of personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at research@anonymousresearch.org.

13. European Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Right of access
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Rights related to automated decision-making

Legal Basis for Processing: We process personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions)
• Legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics, research)
• Legal obligations (e.g., compliance with laws)

To exercise your rights or for questions about data processing, contact research@anonymousresearch.org.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending an email notification to subscribers (for material changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Anonymous Research
Email: research@anonymousresearch.org
Website: anonymousresearch.org

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.

16. Dispute Resolution

If you have a concern about our privacy practices that we have not adequately addressed, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in your jurisdiction.

Acknowledgment

By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.