Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Sane AI (“we”, “our”, or “this website”) collects, uses, and protects personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable EU privacy laws.

1. Who We Are
Sane AI is an independent online publication that provides practical information about artificial intelligence and productivity tools.  
Website: https://saneai.io

2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following data:
- Email address (only if you contact us or subscribe)
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser and device information
- Usage data (pages visited, time on site)

We do not collect sensitive personal data.

3. Cookies
This website uses cookies to:
- Ensure basic site functionality
- Analyze website usage (analytics)
- Display advertisements (when enabled)

You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings banner.

4. Analytics and Advertising
We may use third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics
- Google AdSense

These services may use cookies and similar technologies. Data is processed only after user consent, where required by law.

5. Affiliate Disclosure
This website may contain affiliate links. This means that we may earn a small commission if you choose to make a purchase through certain links, at no additional cost to you. 

Affiliate links do not influence our content, recommendations, or editorial decisions. We only mention tools and services that we believe may be useful to our readers.

6. International Visitors
This website is accessible worldwide. By using this site, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of your country of residence.

7. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
- Improve website performance and content
- Respond to messages and inquiries
- Analyze usage trends
- Display relevant advertisements

8. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent personal data.  
Data may be shared with trusted third-party service providers only when necessary for website operation.

9. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

10. Your Rights (GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

11. Contact
For privacy-related questions, contact us at:  
contact@saneai.io

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.