LosGusticos.com (“we,” “our,” “us”)
Last updated: 2025.09.05
1. What Information We Collect
| Source | Data Collected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Website visitors (IP address, browser type, OS, device, referring URL, pages viewed) | Analytics & site improvement | Understand traffic patterns and optimize user experience |
| Cookies & similar technologies (session IDs, preferences) | Personalization & functionality | Keep you logged in, remember language or layout choices |
| User‑generated content (comments, posts, contact form submissions) | Moderation & community building | Enable interaction while keeping the site safe |
| Email address (when subscribing to newsletters) | Communications & marketing | Send updates, offers, and relevant tech news |
We do not collect any sensitive personal data (e.g., health or financial information) unless you voluntarily provide it through a paid service that we don’t currently offer.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and improve services – e.g., customizing content, fixing bugs.
- Communications – newsletters, updates, promotions (opt‑in only).
- Analytics & research – aggregate data to understand user behavior.
- Legal compliance – respond to lawful requests or subpoenas.
3. Data Sharing & Third‑Party Services
| Partner | Type of data shared | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Anonymous usage stats | Track traffic trends |
| Mailchimp (or other email platform) | Email address + preferences | Send newsletters and marketing emails |
| Cloudflare / CDN providers | IP & device info | Deliver content securely and quickly |
We never sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
4. Data Retention
- Analytics – retained for 12 months, then anonymized.
- User‑generated content – kept as long as it remains publicly posted; deleted upon request.
- Contact submissions & newsletters – retained until the user unsubscribes or requests deletion.
5. Your Rights (EU/UK GDPR & California CCPA)
- Access – Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification – Correct inaccurate information.
- Deletion – Ask us to delete your data (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt‑out – Unsubscribe from marketing emails; disable cookies in your browser.
Send all requests to:privacy@losgusticos.com
6. Security
We use industry‑standard encryption (HTTPS, TLS) and regular security audits to protect data against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure.
7. Children’s Privacy
LosGusticos.com is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If we learn a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it promptly.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. A revised version will be posted on the site with an updated “Last updated” date. Significant changes will be highlighted and, where required by law, you’ll receive direct notification (e.g., via email).