Last updated: March 29, 2026
Welcome to S1:DR – Sustainability Insights: Data & Research (“S1:DR,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), accessible at s1dr.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, browser type, device type, referring URLs, and IP address — collected automatically via analytics tools.
- Email Address: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and any preferences you provide.
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies for site analytics, advertising, and functionality. See Section 4 for details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and improve the S1:DR website and content
- Send newsletters and research updates (only with your consent)
- Analyze site traffic and reader behavior via Google Analytics
- Display relevant advertisements via Google AdSense
- Recommend relevant products and services via affiliate links (including Amazon)
3. Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Google Analytics collects data such as pages viewed, session duration, and approximate location. This data is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Google AdSense
We display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other sites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings or aboutads.info.
Amazon Associates
S1:DR participates in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
Newsletter / Email Service Provider
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is stored and processed by our email service provider (e.g., Beehiiv or Substack). Their respective privacy policies govern how your data is handled. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in any email we send.
4. Cookies
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality.
- Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics to track visitor behavior.
- Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense to display relevant ads.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Data Retention
We retain analytics data in accordance with Google’s default retention settings (up to 26 months). Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. We do not store personal information beyond what is necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws (including GDPR for EEA residents and CCPA for California residents), including the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Opt out of data processing for advertising purposes
- Withdraw consent for newsletter communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.
7. Children’s Privacy
S1:DR is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
8. Links to External Sites
Our content may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of S1:DR after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
S1:DR – Sustainability Insights: Data & Research
Website: s1dr.com
For any inquiries, please reach out through Contact Us – S1:DR