Last updated: January 16, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit marymillersallah.com (the “Website”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data in a transparent and responsible manner.
1. Who We Are
This Website is operated by Mary Miller Sallah (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
The Website serves as an editorial and informational platform presenting a curated portfolio of work, platforms, institutions, and ideas related to health systems, leadership, and institutional development.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum amount of personal data necessary to operate the Website effectively.
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal data if you choose to contact us, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Any information you include in your message
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the Website
- Referring website or source
This information is collected through analytics and cookies (see Section 6).
3. How We Use Personal Data
We use personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries or messages you send us
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Website
- To understand how the Website is used and accessed
- To ensure security and prevent misuse
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Where applicable under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Consent – when you voluntarily provide information (for example, via a contact form)
- Legitimate interest – to operate, secure, and improve the Website
- Legal obligation – where required by law
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data only 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.
6. Cookies and Analytics
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure proper functionality and to collect usage statistics.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They may be:
- Strictly necessary cookies (required for basic site functionality)
- Analytics cookies (used to understand site usage)
Analytics
We may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to collect aggregated and anonymized information about Website usage. These tools do not identify individual users.
Cookie usage and preferences are managed through a cookie consent tool (such as Cookiebot), where applicable.
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through the cookie settings available on the Website.
7. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share limited data with trusted third-party service providers solely for the purpose of operating the Website, such as:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics providers
All third parties are required to process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws and only on our instructions.
We do not transfer personal data for commercial purposes.
8. International Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside of your country of residence, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact mechanism provided on the Website.
10. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how personal data is handled, you may contact us via the contact mechanism provided on the Website.