Last updated: September 12, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how theChemistry (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you visit our website, https://thechemistry.science (the “Site”).

1. Who We Are

The Site is owned and operated by Claudia, based in Palermo, Italy. You can contact us at claudiamorello04@gmail.com.

2. What Data We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data:

• Email address: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates about new articles and content.
• Usage data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about how you use the Site, such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, and your approximate location (country/city level). This data is collected in an aggregated and anonymized form.
• Technical data: We may collect your IP address, browser type, and device information for security and statistical purposes.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To send you our newsletter (if you have subscribed).
• To analyze how the Site is used, so we can improve it.
• To ensure the security and proper functioning of the Site.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, we process your personal data based on:

• Your consent: For the newsletter and for non-essential cookies.
• Our legitimate interest: For statistics and security purposes.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or by using the cookie preferences link in the footer.

5. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with the following third-party services:

• WordPress.com / Automattic: Our website hosting and infrastructure provider.
• Google Analytics: For website statistics.
• Stripe: For processing donations (if applicable).

These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to read.

6. How Long We Keep Your Data

• Newsletter email: We keep your email until you unsubscribe.
• Analytics data: Google Analytics retains data for up to 26 months.
• Cookie consent records: We keep records of your consent for 365 days.

7. Your Rights

If you are in the European Union, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
• Withdraw your consent at any time.
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us at claudiamorello04@gmail.com.

8. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience on the Site. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the “Manage consent” button in the footer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page indicates the last revision. We will notify you of significant changes via the Site or email.

10. Contact

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Claudia
Palermo, Italy
Email: claudiamorello04@gmail.com
Website: https://thechemistry.science