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Privacy Policy

Also known as:Data Privacy PolicyPrivacy Notice

Definition

A Privacy Policy is a legal document that discloses how an organization collects, uses, stores, and shares personal data from its users or customers. For creators who operate websites, apps, email lists, or online courses, having a compliant privacy policy is legally required in most jurisdictions — particularly under regulations like GDPR (European Union), CCPA (California), and COPPA (children's content). A privacy policy must disclose what data is collected, why it is collected, how it is stored and protected, how long it is retained, and how users can request deletion of their data. Creators who collect email addresses, sell products, or run analytics on their websites must have a privacy policy to remain legally compliant.

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