This policy explains how michaelbao.io handles personal information submitted through contact and document-request forms, and how optional analytics cookies are used.
Controller and Contact
The controller for the information described in this policy is Michael Bao, operating from Beijing, China. For privacy questions or requests, contact ops@michaelbao.io.
Information We Collect
- Information you enter, such as your name, business email address, company name, selected engagement type, and message.
- Request context, such as the page path, requested document, and campaign-source parameters.
- Optional analytics information if you select “Accept” in the cookie banner.
How We Use It
We use submitted information to deliver requested materials, respond to enquiries, assess whether a requested engagement is relevant, protect forms from abuse, and maintain a record of business communications. A document request does not automatically enrol you in a marketing list.
Where applicable, the legal basis for handling form submissions is taking steps at your request before a potential business engagement, Michael Bao's legitimate interest in operating and protecting the site and responding to relevant business enquiries, or compliance with legal obligations. Optional analytics is processed only with your consent.
Service Providers
The site is hosted through Netlify. Form submissions are transmitted through Formspree, which processes submission data for the form service. If you consent to analytics cookies, Google Analytics may process usage information under Google's applicable terms and privacy documentation. These providers may process information in countries other than your own. Where applicable, transfers are handled through the provider's contractual, technical, and organisational safeguards.
Cookies and Analytics
Analytics loads only after you select “Accept.” Selecting “Essential Only” prevents analytics from loading. Your choice is stored locally in your browser so the site can remember it. You can change your choice at any time through in the site footer.
Retention and Disclosure
Submission data is retained only for as long as reasonably needed to fulfil the request, manage the resulting business communication, meet legal obligations, or resolve disputes. We aim to remove routine enquiry data within 24 months after the last substantive contact unless a longer period is required for an active engagement, legal obligation, or dispute. We do not sell personal information or share it for cross-context behavioural advertising. Information may be disclosed to service providers that support the site or when required by law.
Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may ask to access, correct, delete, restrict, or receive a copy of information you submitted, object to certain processing, or withdraw analytics consent without affecting earlier lawful processing. You may also have the right to complain to the data-protection authority in your usual place of residence, work, or the location of an alleged infringement. To make a request, email ops@michaelbao.io.
Website Terms
Use of this site is also subject to the Website Terms & Disclaimer. A signed client agreement, where one exists, governs the relevant professional engagement.
Changes
This policy may be updated when the site's forms, analytics, providers, or legal requirements change. The effective date above identifies the current version.