Privacy Notice

1. Introduction

Epsilon Forge ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy notice explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or subscribe to our mailing list.

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following personal information:

• Email Address: When you subscribe to our waitlist or newsletter through forms on our website
• Timestamp: The date and time when you subscribe
• Technical Data: Standard web server logs including IP address, browser type, and referring page

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To send you updates about our training course launch and early-bird access opportunities
• To provide you with information about our electromagnetic simulation services
• To send occasional educational content related to open-source FEM and electromagnetics
• To improve our website and services based on aggregate usage patterns

Legal Basis: We process your data based on your explicit consent when you subscribe to our mailing list.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using the following measures:

• Storage Location: AWS DynamoDB database in the United States (us-east-2 region)
• Encryption: Data is encrypted both in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
• Access Control: Strict access controls limit who can view or process your data
• Retention: We retain your email address until you unsubscribe or request deletion

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data with:

• AWS (Amazon Web Services): Our hosting provider and email service infrastructure
• Service Providers: Only as necessary to operate our website and send emails

We require all third parties to respect the security of your personal data and treat it in accordance with applicable law.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@epsilonforge.com

7. Unsubscribe

You can unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send you
• Emailing us directly at contact@epsilonforge.com with your request

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses minimal tracking technologies:

• Essential cookies required for website functionality
• No third-party advertising or tracking cookies
• Standard web server logs for security and performance monitoring

9. International Data Transfers

Your data is processed and stored in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers and hosting provider are located.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. Changes to This Privacy Notice

We may update this privacy notice from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new privacy notice on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this privacy notice or our data practices, please contact us:

13. Compliance

We are committed to compliance with applicable data protection laws including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU residents
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
• CAN-SPAM Act for email communications
• Argentina's Personal Data Protection Law (Law 25.326)