Effective Date: October 2026
Welcome to Theo Models (theomodels.com). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage when you visit our website.
Theo Models is an independent engineering blog focused on building, deploying, and evaluating AI models. We respect your privacy and handle your data responsibly in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you interact with theomodels.com, we may collect the following types of personal information:
Contact Information: If you subscribe to our newsletter, contact us via email, or submit comments, we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
Account Information: If we offer user accounts in the future, we may collect usernames, passwords (stored securely), and profile information.
Communication Data: Records of your correspondence with us, including support requests and feedback.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit Theo Models, we automatically collect certain technical information:
Log Data: IP addresses, browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and timestamps.
Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and general location data (country/city level based on IP address).
Usage Data: How you navigate our site, which articles you read, time spent on pages, and interaction patterns.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Theo Models uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use theomodels.com to improve our content and user experience.
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit site functionality.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
Content Delivery: To provide you with technical tutorials, implementation notes, and AI model evaluations.
Communication: To send newsletters, respond to inquiries, and provide updates about new content on Theo Models.
Site Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, identify popular content, and optimize the user experience on theomodels.com.
Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
Research and Development: To understand reader interests and develop better educational content about AI models and engineering practices.
3. Third-Party Sharing and Disclosure
Theo Models does not sell your personal information. We may share your data with third parties only in the following circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating theomodels.com:
Hosting Providers: Companies that host our website infrastructure.
Analytics Services: Tools like Google Analytics to understand site traffic and user behavior.
Email Services: Platforms that help us manage newsletter subscriptions and communications.
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Services that improve site performance and speed.
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:
Comply with legal obligations
Protect the rights, property, or safety of Theo Models, our users, or the public
Prevent fraud or security threats
Enforce our terms of service
3.3 Business Transfers
If Theo Models undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:
Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Contact Inquiries: Retained for up to two years for reference and support purposes.
Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for statistical analysis.
Log Files: Typically retained for 90 days for security and troubleshooting purposes.
After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
5.1 Access and Portability
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and receive a copy in a portable format.
5.2 Correction
You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
5.3 Deletion
You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements. Contact us at the email address provided below to submit a deletion request.
5.4 Opt-Out
You may opt out of:
Email Communications: Unsubscribe links are included in all marketing emails from theomodels.com.
Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or receive notifications when cookies are set.
Analytics: Use browser extensions or opt-out mechanisms provided by analytics services.
5.5 Objection and Restriction
You may object to certain processing activities or request restriction of processing under specific circumstances.
6. Children's Privacy
Theo Models is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.
7. International Data Transfers
Theo Models operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
When we transfer personal information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data, including:
Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
Ensuring third-party service providers maintain adequate data protection standards
Compliance with applicable cross-border data transfer regulations
8. Security Measures
We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:
Encryption: We use HTTPS encryption to secure data transmission to and from theomodels.com.
Access Controls: Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis.
Regular Security Assessments: Periodic reviews of our security practices and infrastructure.
Secure Storage: Personal information is stored on secure servers with appropriate access restrictions.
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Third-Party Links
Theo Models may contain links to external websites, including GitHub repositories, documentation sites, and other resources related to AI models and engineering tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. When we make material changes, we will:
Update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
Post a notice on theomodels.com announcing the changes
Notify subscribers via email if the changes significantly affect how we handle personal information
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of Theo Models after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Theo Models
Email: privacy@theomodels.com
Website: theomodels.com
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.
12. Additional Information for Specific Jurisdictions
12.1 European Economic Area (EEA) and United Kingdom
If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
12.2 California Residents
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. Theo Models does not sell personal information.
12.3 Other Jurisdictions
We comply with applicable data protection laws in all jurisdictions where we operate. If you have jurisdiction-specific questions, please contact us using the information provided above.
Thank you for trusting Theo Models with your information. We are committed to maintaining your privacy while providing valuable AI engineering content and tutorials.