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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2024

DietConsultPlus, ul. Długa 75, Gdańsk

Introduction

DietConsultPlus ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the informational website dietconsultplus.info (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please discontinue use of our Site. Your continued access to the Site following the posting of revisions to this Privacy Policy means you accept and agree to the changes.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect information you voluntarily provide when interacting with our Site:

Contact Forms: When you submit feedback about our articles or contact us with questions, we collect your name, email address, and message content.
Comments & Feedback: If you comment on articles or provide feedback, we collect the information you submit.
Newsletter Subscriptions: If you subscribe to receive updates, we collect your email address.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URL.
Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (not precise location).
Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 3).

1.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party sources such as analytics providers and advertising networks, which we combine with information we collect directly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Site Operations: To maintain, operate, and improve the Site and its functionality.
Content Delivery: To deliver articles, resources, and educational content you request.
Communications: To respond to your inquiries, send newsletters (if subscribed), and provide updates about our platform.
Analytics: To analyze user behavior, traffic patterns, and engagement to enhance content quality and user experience.
Security: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
Marketing: To send promotional materials (only if you have opted in or consented).

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and enhance your browsing experience. We use both session-based and persistent cookies.

3.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for Site functionality (e.g., security, user authentication).
Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our content and improve user experience.
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits.
Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party networks to display relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness.

3.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect Site functionality. For more information about cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

4. Third-Party Services and Disclosures

4.1 Analytics Providers

We use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to track Site usage and performance. These services may collect information about your browsing activity and device.

Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.2 Content Delivery Networks

We may use third-party content delivery networks and hosting services to optimize Site performance. These providers may access limited information necessary to provide their services.

4.3 Advertising Networks

If we display advertising, we may work with advertising networks that collect information to deliver targeted content. You may opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out tools.

4.4 Legal Disclosures

We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, and destruction. These measures include:

HTTPS encryption for data transmission
Secure server infrastructure
Limited access to personal information
Regular security audits and updates

However, no transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You assume responsibility for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law. The retention period may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which we use it:

Contact Form Data: Retained for 1 year or until you request deletion
Newsletter Subscription Data: Retained until you unsubscribe
Analytics Data: Retained per analytics provider's standards (typically 14-26 months)
Log Data: Retained for 90 days

7. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive a copy of your data in a portable format.

7.2 Correction and Deletion

You may request correction of inaccurate information or request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.

7.3 Opt-Out Options

Email Communications: Click "Unsubscribe" in any newsletter email
Cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings
Personalized Advertising: Opt out through industry tools like the Digital Advertising Alliance
Analytics: Use browser extensions to opt out of analytics tracking

7.4 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognizing these signals, and our Site does not respond to Do Not Track requests. However, you can use other tools to limit data collection.

8. Regional Privacy Rights

8.1 GDPR (European Union)

If you are located in the EU, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

Our legal basis for processing your data is: (a) your consent, (b) contractual necessity, (c) legal obligation, and (d) legitimate interests.

8.2 CCPA (California)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of data sales (if applicable to our operations).

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's use of the Site. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately.

10. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing your information. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through our Site.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your home country. When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or other mechanisms required by applicable law.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, and other factors. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page and, if necessary, by prominently displaying a notice on our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of revised Privacy Policy terms means you accept and agree to the changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Company: DietConsultPlus

Address: ul. Długa 75, Gdańsk, Poland

Email: [email protected]

Website: dietconsultplus.info

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt. For GDPR-related requests, please allow up to 45 days for response.

14. Data Protection Authority

If you are dissatisfied with how we handle your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:

Poland (GDPR): Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych (UODO) - www.uodo.gov.pl

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