Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Who We Are

Our website address is: https://puiri.com.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It

Comments

When visitors leave comments on our site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, as well as the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to assist with spam detection.

An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be sent to the Gravatar service to determine if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Media

If you upload images to the website, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website can download and extract this data from the images.

Contact Forms

When you submit a contact form on our website, the information provided (e.g., name, email, and message) is collected to respond to your inquiry. We may also retain this data to improve customer service or as required by law. We do not use this information for marketing unless explicitly stated.

Cookies

• Comments: If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt-in to saving your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience. These cookies last for one year.

• Login: If you log in to the site, we use a temporary cookie to check your browser’s cookie support. This cookie contains no personal data and is deleted when you close your browser. Login cookies last for two days, while display options cookies last for one year. Selecting “Remember Me” extends login persistence to two weeks.

• Cookie Management: You can manage cookies through your browser settings. For more details on managing privacy, visit tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative’s Consumer Opt-Out or Google’s Ads Settings. Please contact us if you require more information about managing cookies.

• Article Editing: If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie is stored in your browser. This cookie contains the post ID of the article and expires after one day.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, or articles). Embedded content behaves as if the visitor has visited the source website. These third-party websites may:

• Collect data about you
• Use cookies
• Embed additional third-party tracking
• Monitor your interaction with embedded content, including tracking if you are logged into their website.

Analytics

We may use analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to understand how visitors interact with our website and improve user experience. These tools process data based on user consent and help us optimize content and performance. These tools collect anonymized data. For more details, please refer to the Google Analytics Privacy Policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy. These tools collect anonymized data.

We do not sell or share your data with third parties, except as necessary for spam detection, analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), compliance with legal obligations (e.g., subpoenas or court orders), or secure payment processing. Additionally, we partner with third-party service providers such as hosting and email marketing platforms, which may process your data on our behalf. These measures ensure the secure and lawful use of your data.

How Long We Retain Your Data

• Comments: Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely to recognize and approve follow-up comments without manual moderation.
• User Accounts: User account data is retained as long as the account remains active. Inactive accounts are deleted after three years unless otherwise requested.
• Contact Form Submissions: Data submitted through contact forms may be retained for up to one year to improve customer service and resolve inquiries.
• User Accounts: For users who register on our website, we store the personal information provided in their user profile. Users can view, edit, or delete their information at any time, except their username. Website administrators can also access and modify this data.

What Rights You Have Over Your Data

If you have an account on our site or have left comments, you can request:

• An exported file of your personal data
• Erasure of your personal data, excluding data retained for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where We Send Your Data

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

Your Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries or to request access or erasure of your data, please contact us at hello@puiri.com. Include ‘Privacy Inquiry’ in the subject line to ensure a prompt response.

Accessibility

We strive to ensure this Privacy Policy is accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you encounter any barriers, please contact us at hello@puiri.com.

Third-Party Tools and Services

We utilize trusted third-party tools and services to operate our website, enhance user experience, and fulfill operational needs. These include:

• Google Analytics: Used to collect anonymized data on website traffic and user behavior to optimize content and improve user experience. For more information, visit the Google Analytics Privacy Policy.
• Gravatar: Provides profile picture visibility for commenters. For more details, see the Gravatar Privacy Policy.
• Hosting Services: Our website is hosted by Bluehost, which securely processes and stores website data.
• Email Marketing Tools (if applicable): We may use tools such as Mailchimp or similar services to manage email communications. For more information, visit the Mailchimp Privacy Policy.
• Payment Processors (if applicable): If payments are collected, we use secure payment gateways like Stripe or PayPal to process transactions. See the Stripe Privacy Policy or PayPal Privacy Policy.
• Spam Detection Services: Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services such as Akismet. For details, see the Akismet Privacy Policy.

These third-party services process data in accordance with their privacy policies. By interacting with these tools, you may also be subject to their terms and conditions.

Do Not Track Signals

Our website does not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals. If you wish to limit tracking, you can manage cookies through your browser settings.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting the information we collect.

User Consent

By using our site, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms and conditions.

Geographic Restrictions

Our website and services are intended for users located in the United States. Users outside of this region are responsible for ensuring their actions comply with local laws. Users outside of these regions are responsible for ensuring their actions comply with local laws.

Behavioral Advertising

We may use data collected from cookies and analytics tools to deliver tailored advertisements to users. This data helps us display relevant advertisements based on user preferences and behavior. If you would like to opt-out of behavioral advertising, please adjust your browser settings or use available opt-out tools.

Additional Information

How We Protect Your Data We implement security measures, such as encryption and secure hosting, to safeguard your personal information.

Data Breach Procedures

In the event of a data breach, we will:

• Notify affected users promptly
• Take corrective actions to mitigate risks
• Report the breach to regulatory authorities if required.

Third-Party Data

We may receive anonymized data from third parties, such as analytics providers, to enhance our services.

Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling based on user data.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We comply with applicable laws such as COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) to ensure children’s data is not knowingly collected or stored without verifiable parental consent. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that a child’s data has been collected without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

International Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside the user’s country (e.g., from the EU to the U.S.), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses.

Opt-Out Mechanisms

If we use data for marketing purposes, users will be provided with clear opt-out options.

Regulatory Compliance

We comply with applicable laws and regulations, such as the GDPR and CCPA, to ensure the security and privacy of your data. Users have the right to access, correct, and delete their data under these frameworks.