Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 2025

At Parametric Architecture (https://parametric-architecture.com/), we prioritize your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other relevant laws.

By using our website, subscribing to our PA+ Membership, or engaging with our content, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect and process data to enhance user experience and improve our services.

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information when you register, subscribe, or interact with our website:

Name
Email address
Payment details (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
Billing address (if required for transactions)
Account credentials (for PA+ Membership)
Contact Preferences

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we collect data automatically through cookies and analytics tools, including:

IP address
Device & browser type
Geolocation (if enabled)
Referral sources (how you found our website)
Page interactions and time spent on the site

This data helps us analyze trends, improve content, and enhance website functionality.

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to track usage patterns, optimize performance, and personalize content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

To Provide and Manage PA+ Membership: Grant access to premium content, process payments, and manage subscriptions.
To Enhance Website Experience: Improve content, optimize site performance, and analyze user engagement.
To Communicate With You: Send newsletters, updates, and promotional offers (you can opt-out anytime).
To Ensure Security & Prevent Fraud: Monitor website traffic for suspicious activity and unauthorized access.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: Meet regulatory requirements and enforce our terms of use.

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process personal data based on:

Consent: When subscribing to PA+, sign up for newsletters or accept cookies.
Contractual Necessity: When processing payments or fulfilling a service.
Legitimate Interest: To improve our website and services while ensuring security.
Legal Obligation: To comply with laws and regulations.

If you are an EU resident, you have specific rights under GDPR (see Section 6).

4. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We may share your information with:

Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal, or other payment gateways for secure transactions.
Email & Marketing Platforms: Mailchimp, SendGrid, or similar services for newsletters and updates.
Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and similar tools to improve user experience.
Legal Authorities: If required by law, we may disclose data to comply with legal investigations.

We only share data when necessary and ensure third-party services comply with privacy regulations.

5. Data Security & Retention

We implement security measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is completely secure.

We use SSL encryption for secure communications.
Payment transactions are handled by PCI-DSS-compliant providers.
Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or comply with legal obligations.

You can request data deletion at any time (see Section 6).

6. Your Rights Under GDPR & CCPA

6.1 GDPR Rights (For EU Residents)

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

✅ Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
✅ Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
✅ Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your personal data.
✅ Restriction: Limit processing of your data under certain circumstances.
✅ Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format.
✅ Objection: Withdraw consent or object to data processing.

To exercise these rights, email [email protected].

6.2 CCPA Rights (For California Residents)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

✅ Know what personal information we collect and how it’s used.
✅ Request deletion of personal data (except where legally required to retain it).
✅ Opt-out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell data).
✅ Non-discrimination when exercising privacy rights.

To request data access or deletion, email [email protected].

7. Third-Party Links & External Content

Our website may include links to third-party websites, articles, or embedded content. These websites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their data practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in regulations or our data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. If the changes are significant, we will notify you via email or a website banner.