Overview
Your privacy and trust are important to us. This policy covers visitors and registered users (“you,” “your”) on techoutstanders.com (the “Site”). Please read this policy carefully to understand how we process your information and the rights available to you under applicable laws.
Information We Collect
1) Information You Provide
We may collect personal information when you register, subscribe to newsletters, submit forms, comment, or contact us. This may include your name, email address, profile image, social handle(s), and any content you submit (e.g., comments or feedback). Information you provide must be accurate and kept up to date.
2) Information Collected Automatically
When you visit or use the Site, we may automatically collect technical and usage data such as:
- IP address, browser and device characteristics, operating system, language settings;
- Log data (e.g., timestamps, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, searches, features used);
- Performance and diagnostic data used to maintain security and improve our services.
This information helps us secure the Site, detect issues, and analyze readership patterns for editorial planning.
3) Information From Other Sources
We may receive data about you from third parties (e.g., marketing partners, analytics providers, social platforms). This can include contact details, public social profile elements, and campaign engagement metrics, which we use to maintain accurate records and enhance relevance.
How We Use Your Information
We process personal information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its features;
- Develop new editorial products, sections, and services;
- Respond to inquiries and provide support;
- Personalize content, newsletters, and on-site experiences;
- Measure and improve performance, reach, and engagement;
- Send marketing and promotional communications (where permitted);
- Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security incidents;
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.
How We Share Information
We share information only as necessary and in accordance with this policy, including with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, cloud, security, analytics, backup);
- Advertising and marketing partners (for placement, measurement, and optimization);
- Social media and embedded services you interact with via the Site;
- Legal/disclosure obligations (e.g., to comply with law or protect our rights).
We do not sell your personal information.
International Transfers
Our servers and service providers may be located in different countries. By using the Site, you acknowledge your information may be transferred, stored, or processed outside your country of residence, subject to appropriate protections consistent with applicable law.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy—unless a longer period is required or permitted by law (e.g., compliance, disputes). We generally keep account-related data while your account is active.
Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no Internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure. You use the Site at your own risk and should take reasonable steps to protect your accounts and devices.
Social Logins
If you register or sign in via third-party platforms (e.g., Google, GitHub, X/Twitter, Facebook), we may receive profile information as permitted by that platform’s privacy settings (e.g., name, email, avatar). Use of this information is governed by this policy and the respective platform’s policies.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is intended for users aged 18 and over and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and advertising. For details and to manage your preferences, see our Cookie Policy.
Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., EU/EEA, UK, certain U.S. states), you may have rights over your personal information, such as access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, and portability. You may also withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, contact us via our contact page. We will respond in accordance with applicable law.
Notice to California Residents
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to know, access, delete, correct, and limit use of sensitive personal information, and the right to opt-out of certain data sharing. To make a verifiable consumer request, contact us via our contact page.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date above reflects the most recent changes. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or rights requests, please contact Tech Outstanders.