At MysteryMind (accessible via https://mysterymind.xyz/), preserving visitor privacy is one of our foundational priorities. This Privacy Policy document outlines the categories of information collected and recorded by MysteryMind, and describes precisely how we utilize and safeguard it.

1. Consent

By accessing our website, participating in our interactive logic assessments, and browsing our cognitive science publications, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

2. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising (DoubleClick DART Cookies)

Google is a third-party vendor on our site. It uses cookies, specifically known as DART cookies, to serve advertisements to visitors based upon their visit to https://mysterymind.xyz/ and other websites on the internet.

• Users may opt out of the use of DART cookies by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.
• Third-party ad servers or ad networks use technologies like cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons in their respective advertisements and links that appear on MysteryMind, sent directly to users’ browsers. They automatically receive your IP address when this occurs.
• MysteryMind has no access to or control over these cookies used by third-party advertisers.

3. Log Files & Analytics

MysteryMind follows a standard procedure of utilizing log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected by log files includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and timestamp, referring/exit pages, and optionally the number of clicks. These are not linked to any information that is personally identifiable. The purpose of the information is for analyzing trends, administering the site, tracking users’ movement on the website, and gathering demographic information.

4. Interactive Quizzes & Cognitive Assessment Data

When users participate in the interactive logic puzzles, pattern sequences, or personality archetype quizzes:

• Calculations of cognitive scores (e.g., Cognitive Quotient scores, speed metrics) are performed locally within your client browser via JavaScript.
• MysteryMind does not sell, rent, or store individual test scores alongside personally identifiable records.
• If you voluntarily copy or share your score badge via the “Share Result” button, only the generated summary text is shared according to your clipboard permissions.

5. GDPR Data Protection Rights (European Union)

We want to make sure you are fully aware of all your data protection rights. Every user is entitled to the following:

• The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
• The right to erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data under certain conditions.
• The right to restrict processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.

6. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Under the CCPA, among other rights, California consumers have the right to request that a business disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal data collected, request deletion of personal data, and request that a business not sell the consumer’s personal data. MysteryMind does not sell any consumer data.

7. Contacting Us Regarding Privacy

If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact our Data Protection Officer at: privacy@mysterymind.xyz.