Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 21, 2025
1. Who we are
NeuraStoic (neurastoic.com) is an independent publishing site focused on Stoic philosophy and neuroscience. We are not affiliated with any research institution, university, or pharmaceutical company.
2. Information we collect
We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate our service:
- Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter, stored securely in Google Firestore.
- Usage data — anonymous page view statistics collected via standard web analytics (no personal identifiers).
- Cookies — we use cookies for site functionality and, if you consent, for advertising purposes via Google AdSense.
We do not collect names, payment information, phone numbers, or any sensitive personal data.
3. How we use your information
- To send you the NeuraStoic daily newsletter (email subscribers only).
- To improve site content and user experience.
- To display relevant advertising via Google AdSense.
We will never sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Google AdSense and advertising
This site uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings.
5. Data storage and security
Subscriber email addresses are stored in Google Firebase Firestore, which operates under Google's security and infrastructure standards. We apply industry-standard safeguards to protect your data from unauthorised access.
6. Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request deletion of your data at any time.
- Unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@neurastoic.com.
7. Children's privacy
NeuraStoic is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact
Questions about this policy? Email us at hello@neurastoic.com.