Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 21 September 2025
Website: http://www.globalwellnessdigest.com

Global Wellness Digest (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our health and wellness website (the “Website”), subscribe to our services, or interact with third-party advertisements displayed on our site.

By using this Website, you consent to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, please discontinue use of our Website immediately.

1. Information We Collect

When you access or use our Website, we may collect the following types of information:

(a) Personal Information You Provide

Email Addresses: We collect your email address when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletters, updates, or other communications.
Other Voluntary Information: You may also provide your name, preferences, or interests if you choose to include such details in sign-up forms or communications with us.

(b) Automatically Collected Information

Through cookies, log files, and similar technologies, we may automatically collect:

Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referral sources, clicks, and interactions with advertisements.
Location Information: Approximate geographic location derived from your IP address.

(c) Third-Party Advertising and Cookies

Our Website may display third-party advertisements and links. These third-parties (including ad networks, analytics providers, and affiliates) may use cookies, tracking pixels, and similar technologies to collect data about your browsing activities across our Website and other websites.

2. How We Use the Information

We may use the information collected for the following purposes:

To Provide Services: Deliver newsletters, updates, and other communications you request.
To Improve User Experience: Analyze Website performance, monitor usage patterns, and enhance functionality.
To Personalize Content: Tailor wellness articles, recommendations, or promotional content to your preferences.
To Communicate with You: Respond to inquiries, send important notices, and provide information related to your subscription.
To Support Advertising: Allow third-party advertisers to deliver relevant ads through cookies and tracking tools.
To Ensure Security: Detect, prevent, and respond to fraud, unauthorized access, and potential security risks.

3. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small files stored on your browser that help us and our advertising partners improve your browsing experience.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic Website functionality.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior and improve site performance.
Advertising Cookies: Placed by third-party advertisers to display targeted ads relevant to your interests.
Performance Cookies: Track Website usage trends and service efficiency.

Managing Cookies:

You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. However, disabling cookies may limit certain Website features. For more details on managing cookies, refer to your browser’s support documentation.

4. Email Communications

When you subscribe to our newsletters or updates:

We will use your email address solely for sending communications related to health, wellness, Website updates, and promotional materials.
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link included in every email.
We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share information in the following limited circumstances:

With Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us with email delivery, analytics, hosting, or customer support.
With Third-Party Advertisers: Advertisers may collect non-identifiable data through cookies to display relevant ads.
For Legal Reasons: If required by law, regulation, court order, or government request.
In Business Transfers: If our Website is acquired, merged, or sold, user information may be transferred to new ownership.

6. Third-Party Advertisements

Our Website may display third-party ads, and advertisers may collect certain information about you through cookies and tracking technologies.

We do not control the practices of these third parties.
Advertisers may use interest-based advertising (sometimes called “online behavioral advertising”) to show ads tailored to your browsing activities.
Please review the privacy policies of these third parties for details about their practices and how to opt out.

You can learn more about interest-based advertising and opt-out choices through industry websites such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) or Network Advertising Initiative (NAI).

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of storage is completely secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Data Retention

Email Data: We retain your email address as long as you remain subscribed to our communications. Once you unsubscribe, your information will be removed from our active mailing lists.
Cookies and Usage Data: Retained for a period consistent with standard advertising and analytics practices, typically up to 24 months, unless you delete them sooner.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights under applicable privacy laws, including:

Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Correction: Request corrections of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and operational requirements.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke your consent to marketing emails or cookies at any time.
Right to Object: Object to certain data processing activities, including interest-based advertising.

To exercise these rights, you should no longer visit our Website and also to unsubscribe to services you have previously subscribed for.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 16 (or the relevant age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

11. International Users

If you are accessing our Website from outside USA, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a country different from your own. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers in accordance with this Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

13. Contact Us

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

Global Wellness Digest – Global Secretariat
Email: editor@globalwellnessdigest.com
Address: 21, Bukit Batok Cresent, WCEGA Tower, Singapore 658065

Final Statement

By using our Website, subscribing to our services, or interacting with third-party advertisements, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. You consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.

Your privacy matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly and transparently.