Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026
Northstar Lead Automation ("we," "us," or "our") operates The Data Duel at thedataduel.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
1. Information We Collect
a) Automatically Collected
- Click tracking: When you click an affiliate link, our broker records a click ID and destination. Used solely for commission attribution. No personally identifying information is stored.
- Usage data: Standard server logs (page views, referrer URLs, browser type) through our hosting provider.
b) Provided by You
- Email address: If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email is stored by Kit (ConvertKit). See Kit's Privacy Policy.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To send the weekly Data Duel newsletter (subscribers only)
- To track affiliate commissions for accounting purposes
- To improve the site based on anonymous usage patterns
3. Cookies
Our affiliate tracking system may set a short-lived session identifier when you click an affiliate link. Used only for commission attribution, expires quickly. No advertising or behavioral profiling cookies.
4. Third-Party Services
- Kit (ConvertKit) — newsletter delivery. Privacy Policy
- Moosend — affiliate partner. Privacy Policy
- Cloudflare — hosting and CDN. Privacy Policy
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share data only with service providers listed above, as necessary to operate the site and newsletter.
6. Your Rights
Unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the link in any email. To request data deletion, email [email protected].
7. Children
This site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
8. Changes
We may update this policy. Changes are posted here with an updated date.
9. Contact
Email: [email protected]