Privacy Policy

1) Information we collect

• Basic usage data: pages viewed, referrers, device/browser, timestamps, approximate region (no precise location).
• Server logs: IP address, request URL, user-agent, error diagnostics.
• Form submissions: contact messages, tool submissions, corrections (name, email, message, and anything you type).
• Newsletter (optional): email address and subscription preferences.
• Vendor/sponsorship inquiries (optional): business contact details you provide.
• Cookies (minimal): for session, preferences (theme/locale), and analytics.

2) How we use information

• Operate, secure, and improve the site.
• Respond to messages and manage submissions.
• Send newsletters (only if you subscribe; you can unsubscribe anytime).
• Measure interest in pages and categories to guide coverage.
• Disclose sponsorship/affiliate relationships as required by law and platform rules.

3) Analytics & tracking

• We use privacy-friendly analytics (no cross-site tracking; no fingerprinting).
• Aggregate metrics only (e.g., page views, trends).
• You can opt out by blocking analytics scripts or using a tracker blocker; the site will still work.

4) Cookies

• Essential: session, anti-abuse, preferences (required for basic functionality).
• Analytics: page performance/usage (optional). You can control cookies via your browser settings.

5) Links, affiliates, and sponsors

• Some outbound links are affiliate links; we may earn a commission. We label these.
• Sponsored placements are clearly marked and do not affect editorial ordering.
• We’re not responsible for third-party sites’ privacy practices. Review their policies.

6) Data sharing

• We do not sell personal data.
• We share data only with service providers (e.g., hosting, email, analytics) under contracts that limit their use to our instructions.
• We may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.

7) Data retention

• Server logs: typically 90 days (security/abuse), unless needed longer for investigations.
• Contact/submission records: as long as needed to handle your request and maintain an audit trail.
• Newsletter emails: until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

8) Security

• HTTPS everywhere, access controls, least-privilege for staff/tools.
• No method is 100% secure; we work to protect data against loss, misuse, and unauthorized access.

9) Your choices & rights

• Unsubscribe: every email includes a one-click unsubscribe link.
• Opt-out of analytics: use browser/tracker settings.
• Access/erase/correct: email contact@pickyourtech.com with your request.
• GDPR/EEA/UK: you may have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict, port data, and object to processing; you can complain to your local authority.
• CPRA (California): we don’t sell/share personal information; you can request access or deletion via contact@pickyourtech.com.
• India (DPDP): you can seek correction/erasure and grievance redressal at contact@pickyourtech.com.

10) International transfers

We may process data in countries outside your own (e.g., hosting/CDN). We use safeguards such as SCCs or equivalent where required.

11) Children’s privacy

The site is for professionals and not directed to children under 16. We don’t knowingly collect data from children.

12) Changes to this policy

We may update this policy. We’ll post the new effective date and, if changes are significant, provide a notice on the site.

13) Contact

Email: contact@pickyourtech.com