Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 17, 2026
This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Introduction
Maze ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: Name, email address, password (hashed), and profile information
- Content: Articles, series, and other content you create and publish
- Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting us for support
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Service
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience (see Section 6)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Process your registration and manage your account
- Enable you to create, publish, and manage your content
- Send you technical notices and support messages
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal bases:
- Contract: To perform our contract with you (providing the Service)
- Consent: When you have given consent for specific processing activities
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our Service, ensure security, and prevent fraud
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you have given explicit consent to share your information
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Service
- Preference Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Service.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure password hashing (PBKDF2)
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:
- Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request restriction of processing your personal data
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where we rely on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us through the Service or by email at the address provided in your account settings.