GDPR Compliance Statement
Last updated: August 29, 2025
At PapaPhD.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This page explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.
Who We Are
PapaPhD.com is the official website of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, a podcast and community platform created and hosted by David Mendes.
- Data Controller: David Mendes
- Location: Montreal, Canada
- Contact: [email protected]
What Personal Data We Collect and Why
| Type of Data | Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Name and email address | To send newsletters, updates, and community invitations | Consent |
| Skool profile data | To grant access to Papa PhD Skool | Contract performance |
| Podcast submissions or form responses | To communicate with guests and listeners | Legitimate interest |
| Website analytics (IP, browser, device) | To improve website experience and performance | Legitimate interest (anonymized) |
| Payment/billing information | To process purchases or subscriptions | Contract performance & Legal obligation |
How We Collect Data
- Newsletter sign-ups
- Contact and submission forms
- Skool membership requests
- Event/course registrations
- Analytics tools (Google Analytics, Skool, etc.)
- Social media interactions
Your GDPR Rights
If you are an EU or UK resident, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request corrections
- Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request portability of your data
To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
Data Storage and Retention
Your data is securely stored via our trusted service providers. We retain data only as long as necessary for the stated purposes or to meet legal obligations.
Third-Party Services
We may share data with GDPR-compliant third parties including:
- Skool.com (community platform)
- Substack or ActiveCampaign (newsletter/email)
- Google Analytics (site analytics)
- Stripe or Podbean (payment processing)
- Zoom or OnceHub (appointments and recordings)
Cookies
We use cookies to improve user experience and gather analytics. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. A cookie consent banner is displayed to all new visitors.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our data practices, contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]