Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 14/03/25
MiST (“we,” “our,” or “the Site”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit [your website URL]. By using this Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
- MiST (Microsoft In Simple Terms) is an independent, non-commercial website that tracks and summarises changes to Microsoft licensing terms.
- We do not sell products, provide consulting services, or collect personal data for commercial purposes.
2. Information We Collect
MiST is designed to be used without requiring personal data. However, we may collect the following:
A. Information You Provide Voluntarily
You may provide personal data when:
- Subscribing to a newsletter (if applicable).
- Contacting us via email.
- Submitting comments or feedback (if enabled).
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we may collect non-personal data such as:
- IP address (anonymised where possible).
- Browser type and version.
- Pages visited and time spent on the Site.
- Referral source (e.g., Google, direct visit).
C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience. These are small text files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Type of Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for the Site to function properly. |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how users interact with the Site (Google Analytics, if applicable). |
| Preference Cookies | Remember settings like dismissed disclaimers (e.g., the 30-day legal notice). |
3. How We Use Your Data
We do not sell or share your personal data. Any information collected is used to:
- Improve Site functionality and content.
- Analyse traffic and user behaviour.
- Respond to inquiries or feedback.
If we introduce a newsletter or subscription service, we will only send emails with your explicit consent.
4. How You Can Control Your Data
You have the right to: ✅ Opt-out of analytics tracking by adjusting your browser settings or using privacy-focused extensions.
✅ Disable cookies via your browser settings.
✅ Request deletion of any personal data you’ve voluntarily provided (e.g., emails sent to us).
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for analytics and performance tracking, such as:
- Google Analytics (if enabled) to understand user behaviour.
- WordPress plugins (if applicable) for caching or security.
These services have their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing them for more details.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:
- Using HTTPS encryption for secure connections.
- Limiting access to any collected data.
- Not storing sensitive personal information.
Despite our efforts, no website is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Links to External Websites
MiST contains links to third-party websites, including official Microsoft licensing pages.
- We do not control external sites and are not responsible for their privacy policies.
- We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any linked sites you visit.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted with the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have any privacy-related concerns, please contact us at:
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