Moderna Digest
Last Updated: February 13, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Moderna Digest ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website hosted on Blogger (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site.
1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from and about users of our Site, including:
1.1 Email Addresses for Newsletter Subscriptions
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. This information is used solely for the purpose of sending you updates, articles, and promotional content related to Moderna Digest. You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link included in every email or by contacting us directly.
Legal Basis (GDPR): Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). You provide explicit consent when subscribing to our newsletter.
1.2 Log Files and Automatic Information Collection
Like many websites, Moderna Digest automatically collects certain information through log files maintained by our hosting provider, Blogger (Google). This information may include:
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses
- Browser type and version
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time stamps of visits
- Referring and exit pages
- Number of clicks and pages viewed
This information is used for analyzing trends, administering the Site, tracking user movement, and gathering demographic information for aggregate use. Log file information is not linked to personally identifiable information.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize your browser and capture certain information.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad campaign effectiveness (see Section 2 for details on Google AdSense).
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site and your ability to access certain features.
2. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising
Moderna Digest participates in the Google AdSense advertising program, which allows third-party vendors, including Google, to serve advertisements on our Site.
2.1 DART Cookies
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies known as DART cookies to serve ads to our Site visitors based on their visits to Moderna Digest and other websites on the Internet. These cookies enable Google and its partners to serve ads based on your browsing history and interests.
You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy at: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
2.2 Third-Party Ad Servers and Networks
We may work with other third-party advertising companies and ad networks that use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your activities on our Site and other websites to provide targeted advertising based on your interests. These companies operate under their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review their policies to understand how they collect and use your information.
We do not have access to or control over the cookies used by these third-party advertisers. You can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page or the Network Advertising Initiative's opt-out page.
3. Affiliate Links and Programs
Moderna Digest participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links and make purchases through those links. These affiliate programs may include, but are not limited to, Amazon Associates and other retailer affiliate networks.
When you click on an affiliate link, you may be redirected to a third-party website. Any purchase you make through these links helps support our Site at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services that we genuinely believe will provide value to our readers.
Please note: Participation in affiliate programs does not influence our editorial content or recommendations. All opinions expressed on Moderna Digest are our own.
4. Third-Party Links and External Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to Amazon, social media platforms, educational resource sites, and other external services. These links are provided for your convenience and to provide further information.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. Once you leave our Site by clicking on an external link, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We strongly encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit to understand how they collect, use, and protect your personal information.
The inclusion of any link does not imply our endorsement of the linked website, and we disclaim all liability for any damage or loss arising from your use of third-party websites.
5. Children's Privacy and COPPA Compliance
Moderna Digest is committed to protecting the privacy of children online. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent.
5.1 Educational Resources and Target Audience
While our Site provides educational resources, including free printables that may be used by educators and parents for children, our primary audience is adult educators, teachers, and parents. Our content is designed for and directed toward adults, and our Site is not intended for use by children under 13.
5.2 No Collection from Children
We do not knowingly solicit or collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13 years of age, please do not provide any personal information through our Site. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete such information from our records.
5.3 Parental Rights
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 13 has provided personal information to our Site, please contact us immediately using the information provided in Section 9. Upon verification, we will delete such information from our systems as required by law.
6. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide Our Services: To deliver newsletter content, educational resources, and other services you request.
- To Improve Our Site: To analyze user behavior, understand traffic patterns, and enhance user experience.
- To Communicate With You: To respond to your inquiries, send updates, and provide customer support.
- For Advertising and Marketing: To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners.
- To Comply With Legal Obligations: To meet legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements.
We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Our Site is hosted on Blogger, a Google service, and benefits from Google's security infrastructure. For more information about Google's security practices, please visit their Security & Privacy page.
8. Your Rights and Choices Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the GDPR. We aim to take reasonable steps to allow you to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of your personal information.
8.1 Your Rights Include:
- Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Right to Erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information under certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information under certain conditions.
- Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request transfer of your personal information to another organization or directly to you.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.
- Right to Object: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests.
8.2 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9. We will respond to your request within one month of receipt, as required by GDPR. In some cases, we may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
8.3 Managing Newsletter Subscriptions
You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send or by contacting us directly. Unsubscribing will remove you from our mailing list, but will not affect other uses of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
8.4 Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that some features of our Site may not function properly if you disable cookies.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Moderna Digest
Email: [INSERT YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS]
We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry promptly and address any concerns you may have.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Site.
We will indicate the date of the most recent revision at the top of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
If we make material changes that significantly affect your rights, we will provide prominent notice on our Site or notify you via email (if you have subscribed to our newsletter) prior to the changes taking effect.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.
When we transfer your personal information to other countries, we will protect that information as described in this Privacy Policy and in compliance with applicable law. We take appropriate measures to ensure that any international data transfers comply with GDPR requirements, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.
