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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 8, 2026

At PeopleBrief ("we," "our," or "us"), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website www.peoplebrief.net, subscribe to our newsletter, download templates, or engage with our content.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly and information collected automatically through your use of our site.

a. Personal Information We Collect

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, and company name when you subscribe, download content, or contact us
  • Communications: Feedback, survey responses, and other details you voluntarily provide
  • Usage Data: Browser type, device information, operating system, IP address, pages visited, time spent on site, and referring URLs

b. Categories of Personal Information (California)

Under California law, we collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers: Name, email address, IP address
  • Commercial Information: Records of content downloaded or services used
  • Internet Activity: Browsing history, interaction with our website
  • Inferences: Preferences and interests derived from your activity

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, financial account information, precise geolocation, racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, health information, or biometric data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for the following business purposes:

  • Provide access to downloads, newsletters, and resources
  • Improve website content, functionality, and user experience
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Send updates, insights, or promotional materials (you can unsubscribe anytime)
  • Analyze site traffic and user engagement through Google Analytics or similar tools
  • Detect security incidents and protect against malicious or illegal activity
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality and performance
  • Remember your preferences
  • Collect analytics data to understand visitor behavior

Cookie Types:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)

You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may limit some website features. For more information about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

We may share limited data with:

  • Service Providers: Email newsletter platforms (e.g., Mailchimp), analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), hosting providers. These partners are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.
  • Legal Requirements: Government authorities if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights, prevent fraud, or ensure security.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users will be notified).

Categories of Third Parties: Email service providers, analytics providers, hosting services, and legal/regulatory authorities.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Typically:

  • Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized, retained for up to 26 months
  • Contact inquiries: Up to 3 years for customer service purposes

You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at privacy@peoplebrief.net.

6. Your Privacy Rights

General Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data and request a copy
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete your personal information (subject to legal exceptions)
  • Opt-out of marketing emails by clicking "unsubscribe" in any email or contacting us
  • Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

California Consumer Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

  • Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we've collected, the sources, business purposes, and third parties we share it with
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information, but you may opt-out of any future sales by contacting us
  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: We do not use or disclose sensitive personal information (we don't collect it)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights

How to Exercise Your Rights:

  • Email: privacy@peoplebrief.net
  • Subject line: "California Privacy Rights Request"
  • Include your name, email address, and specific request

We will respond within 45 days (may extend by 45 days if needed, with notice). We may request verification of your identity before fulfilling requests.

Authorized Agents: California residents may designate an authorized agent to submit requests on their behalf. We require written proof of authorization.

Shine the Light: California residents may request information about sharing personal information with third parties for direct marketing purposes (we do not currently do this).

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at privacy@peoplebrief.net.

8. Security

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure servers with limited access controls
  • Regular security assessments

However, no system is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

9. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law, typically within 72 hours of discovering the breach.

Our site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent site notice. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@peoplebrief.net
Website: www.peoplebrief.net
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days

For California-specific requests, please include "California Privacy Rights Request" in your subject line.