The Privacy Policy of thecookguides.com, as found on their website, outlines the ways in which the company collects, uses, and protects the personal data of its users. Below is a summary of the key elements of their Privacy Policy: 1. **General Overview**: - thecookguides.com is committed to protecting user privacy and transparently handling data. - This policy is in conjunction with their Terms of Use. - Personal Data refers to any data relating to an identified or identifiable person. 2. **Data Collection**: - Personal Data is collected when users access or use the website, or interact with the company through various channels. - Providing Personal Data is voluntary, but some services may not be available without it. - The company does not knowingly process data about minors. 3. **Types of Data Collected**: - Communication Data: Includes contact information and content of communications. - Website Usage Data: Includes log data, traffic data, device data, and browser used. - Website Activity Data: Monitors user activities on the website. 4. **Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data**: - Data is processed only with a legal basis, such as user consent or contract performance. - Users can withdraw consent at any time. 5. **Use of Personal Data**: - For operating the website, personalizing content, responding to queries, and sending materials regarding services and events. - For analyzing and improving services, tracking usage, and protecting interests and assets. - To fulfill legal or regulatory requirements. 6. **Sharing of Personal Data**: - Personal Data is not disclosed to third parties except as detailed in the policy. - Data may be shared within the company group or with affiliates, business partners, during audits, or in legal situations. 7. **Transfer of Personal Data Abroad**: - Personal Data may be stored or processed in other jurisdictions with different data protection laws. - Users can request details on safeguards for their data. 8. **Retention of Personal Data**: - Data is retained as long as necessary for its intended purposes or as required by law. 9. **Cookies and Trackers**: - The site uses cookies and third-party services for analytics and advertisements. - Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings. - The site currently does not support "Do-Not-Track" signals. 10. **Security Measures**: - Suitable security policies and technical measures are implemented to protect Personal Data. 11. **Links to Other Websites**: - The policy does not apply to third-party websites linked to/from thecookguides.com. 12. **User Rights**: - Users have rights regarding their Personal Data, including access, rectification, erasure, and withdrawal of consent. - Specific rights are outlined for residents of the USA (under CCPA and CPRA) and EEA. 13. **Transfer of Personal Data**: - Additional safeguards are in place for transferring data outside the EEA. 14. **Changes to the Policy**: - The policy may be updated at any time, with revisions posted on the website. 15. **Contact Information**: - Users can contact thecookguides.com for queries related to data protection at [email protected] The policy was last updated in January 2024 and is operated by thecookguides.com. For a complete and detailed understanding, users should refer to the full privacy policy on their website. Email : [email protected]