Effective date: February 23, 2026
I’m Sunny Kumar, and I run TheGuideX (https://theguidex.com). This page explains how I handle your data when you visit my website — in plain English, no confusing legal jargon.
What Data I Collect
When you visit TheGuideX, I collect some basic information to improve your experience and understand how people use the site.
Automatically Collected
- Your general location and city
- Device type (phone, laptop, tablet)
- Browser type
- Pages you visit on the site
- Time spent on pages
- Your IP address
When You Interact
- Your name and email (when you comment or subscribe)
- Cookie data to remember your preferences
- Date and time of your visit
This data helps me understand what content resonates most, fix issues, and improve TheGuideX for everyone.
Tools I Use
I use the following third-party tools to understand how people use the site:
- Google Analytics — Tracks website performance and user behavior
- Microsoft Clarity — Shows how people navigate the site and where they might be getting stuck
- Email marketing tools — Used to send newsletters if you subscribe (you can unsubscribe anytime)
- OneSignal — Push notifications (only if you opt in)
Cookies
TheGuideX uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Session cookies — Keep the site running smoothly during your visit
- Preference cookies — Remember your settings
- Security cookies — Protect against spam and unauthorized access
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work as expected.
Who I Share Your Data With
I don’t sell your data to anyone.
The only situations where information may be shared:
- If required by law
- To protect the website from spam or attacks
- With the analytics and marketing tools listed above (standard website operation)
Public comments: If you comment on a post, your name and comment will be visible to other readers. If you want a comment removed, email me and I’ll take care of it.
Links to Other Websites
Articles on TheGuideX often link to external websites, tools, and resources. Once you click those links, you’re on their site — I can’t control their privacy policies or how they handle your data.
I try to link only to reputable sites, but I recommend checking their privacy policies if you have concerns.
Children’s Privacy
TheGuideX is designed for users aged 13 and above. The site covers technology, blogging, and digital marketing.
If you’re a parent and believe your child has shared sensitive information on this site, contact me at hello@theguidex.com and I’ll resolve it immediately.
Policy Updates
I may update this privacy policy when new features or tools are added to the site. When that happens, the effective date at the top of this page will be updated.
Questions
If you have any questions about how your data is handled, or want to request data removal, email me at hello@theguidex.com. I’m happy to clarify anything — it’s your information, and you have every right to understand how it’s used.