Last Updated: June 23, 2026
The Open Handbook (“we”, “our”, “us”), accessible at https://theopenhandbook.com, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Information you provide voluntarily:
- Name and email address submitted through contact or comment forms
- Messages and enquiries sent to us directly
Information collected automatically when you visit the site:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral URLs
- Clickstream data used for analytics and site improvement
2. How We Use Your Information
Information collected is used to:
- Operate and improve the website
- Respond to enquiries and comments
- Detect and prevent spam and abuse
- Analyse traffic and content performance
- Deliver relevant advertising through Google AdSense
- Send newsletters or updates, where you have subscribed
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to remember preferences, analyse traffic, and personalise content and ads.
Specifically, Google AdSense may use the DoubleClick Cookie to serve personalised advertising based on your browsing history. You can opt out of personalised ads at: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Some website features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
4. Google AdSense and Analytics
This site uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other sites on the web.
We also use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Data collected is aggregated and anonymous. Google’s full privacy policy is available at: https://policies.google.com/privacy
5. Affiliate Links
Some articles contain affiliate links. If you click these links and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. This does not affect our editorial opinions. Please see our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.
6. Embedded Content
Articles may include embedded content such as videos, maps, or social media posts. Embedded content behaves as if you have visited the originating website and may collect data independently under that website’s own privacy policy.
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. Information may be shared only with:
- Hosting and infrastructure providers
- Analytics and advertising partners (Google Analytics, Google AdSense)
- Spam detection services (Akismet)
- Legal authorities where required by applicable law
8. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact us for removal.
9. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable measures to protect your data. However, no method of internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Your Rights
Depending on the laws of your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: corrections@theopenhandbook.com
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes take effect upon posting. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Contact
For privacy-related questions, email: corrections@theopenhandbook.com
