TechBlog ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
This policy applies to all users of our website, including visitors, registered users, and newsletter subscribers. By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Data Controller
TechBlog is the data controller responsible for your personal data. You can contact us regarding any privacy matters at privacy@techblog.com.
Information We Collect
We collect information about you in the following ways:
1. Information You Provide Directly
- Account Registration: Name, email address, username, password
- Profile Information: First name, last name, avatar, bio
- Newsletter Subscription: Email address, name, company, job title, location, interests
- Contact Forms: Name, email, phone, message, inquiry type
- Comments and Content: Comments on articles, user-generated content
2. Information Collected Automatically
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referring websites
- Cookies and Tracking: See our Cookie Policy for details
3. Information from Third Parties
- OAuth Providers: Google account information when you sign in
- Analytics Services: Website usage statistics (with your consent)
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you explicitly agree to our data processing (e.g., newsletter subscription, cookie preferences)
- Contract: To provide services you have requested (e.g., account creation, content delivery)
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services, ensure security, and communicate with you
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Creating and managing your user account
- Providing personalized content and recommendations
- Sending newsletters and marketing communications (with consent)
- Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
- Analyzing website usage and improving our services
- Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
- Complying with legal obligations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We share data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website and provide services, including hosting, email delivery, analytics, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for 3 years after deactivation
- Newsletter Data: Retained until you unsubscribe or for 3 years after inactivity
- Analytics Data: Anonymized after 26 months
- Contact Form Data: Retained for 2 years for customer service purposes
Your GDPR Rights
As a EU resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
1. Right to Access
You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
2. Right to Rectification
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
3. Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")
You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
4. Right to Restriction
You can request limitation of how we process your personal data.
5. Right to Data Portability
You can request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
6. Right to Object
You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
7. Right to Withdraw Consent
You can withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@techblog.com. We will respond within 30 days.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
TechBlog
Email: privacy@techblog.com
Address: [Your Business Address]
Data Protection Officer: privacy@techblog.com