Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 15.10.25
Last Updated: 15.10.25
Welcome to MakeTechCount (the “Website”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit https://maketechcount.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
By using this Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
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1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
a. Information You Provide Directly
When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, you may provide your name and email address.
When you comment on articles, you may choose to share your name, email, and website link.
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, we may automatically collect:
IP address and browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referring website or search query
This data helps us improve site performance and user experience.
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2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
Remember your preferences
Analyse traffic and site usage
Improve functionality
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
We may also use third-party analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the site.
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3. Email and Newsletter
If you subscribe to the MakeTechCount Newsletter, we collect your name and email address solely for sending updates, articles, and exclusive content.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.
We use [insert provider, e.g., Beehiiv / ConvertKit / Substack] to manage and send our newsletter.
That provider may store your information in accordance with their own privacy policy.
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4. Affiliate Disclosure
MakeTechCount participates in various affiliate marketing programs.
This means we may earn commissions on qualifying purchases made through links on this site — at no additional cost to you.
We only promote products and services we believe provide real value.
Affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial content or recommendations.
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5. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
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6. Data Protection
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no website or online service can guarantee 100% security.
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7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under GDPR or similar laws to:
Access or request deletion of your personal data
Withdraw consent for newsletter subscriptions
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
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8. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under 16 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
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9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
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10. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Jack Breen
Founder, MakeTechCount