Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how the operator of eci2fly.com (the "Site") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit the Site.

1. Who we are

The Site is operated by the publisher of eci2fly.com, an independent aviation-content publication. For inquiries you can contact us at hello@eci2fly.com or via the contact form.

2. Information we collect

We may collect the following limited information:

• Contact form data - name, email, and message you submit voluntarily via the contact form.
• Server log data - IP address, browser user agent, timestamp, referring URL. Logs are retained briefly for security and operational purposes.
• Analytics data (only if you consent) - aggregated, anonymized page-view statistics. We do not use cross-site tracking or behavioral profiling.

We do not sell your personal data. We do not use the Site for behavioral advertising.

3. How we use information

• To respond to your inquiries submitted via the contact form.
• To improve content quality based on aggregated, anonymized usage statistics.
• To maintain security and prevent abuse of the Site.

4. Cookies

We use a minimal number of cookies. Strictly necessary cookies enable the Site to function. Analytics cookies are loaded only after you provide consent via the cookie banner. You can change your consent at any time via the "Cookie settings" link in the footer. For details, see our Cookie Policy.

5. Legal basis (EEA / UK readers)

If you visit from the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we process personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) - for analytics cookies.
• Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) - for responding to inquiries and basic Site operation/security.

6. California residents (CCPA / CPRA)

We do not "sell" or "share" personal information as defined by the CCPA/CPRA. California residents have the right to know, delete, and correct personal information we hold. Contact us at hello@eci2fly.com to exercise these rights.

7. Your rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your personal information.
• Withdraw consent for analytics at any time.
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@eci2fly.com.

8. Data retention

Contact form messages are retained for as long as needed to respond and for a reasonable period thereafter. Server logs are retained for a short period for security purposes. Analytics data (if consented) is aggregated and not tied to identifiable individuals.

9. Third-party services

The Site may use a privacy-friendly analytics provider that processes only aggregated, non-identifying statistics. We do not embed third-party advertising networks or social tracking pixels on this Site.

10. Children

The Site is intended for adults considering aviation careers. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by the "Last updated" date above.

12. Disclaimer

The content on this Site is for educational purposes only. It is not flight instruction, legal advice, or a substitute for official FAA guidance. Always verify aviation requirements with the FAA, a Designated Pilot Examiner, or your flight school.

13. Contact

Questions about this policy: hello@eci2fly.com or via the contact form.