Your privacy matters to us at Aprokoman (operating at https://aprokoman.com, hereafter "the Site", "we", "us" or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit the Site, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using our Site, you consent to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
Information you provide. When you submit a comment, send a tip or contact us, we collect the name, email address and content of your message. Providing this information is voluntary.
Information collected automatically. When you visit the Site, our servers and analytics tools collect standard log data: your IP address (hashed for storage), browser type, device type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited and time spent. This data is anonymised and used in aggregate.
Cookies and similar technologies. See Section 4 below.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To operate, maintain and improve the Site;
- To respond to your comments, tips or inquiries;
- To understand which content readers find most useful (in aggregate);
- To prevent spam, abuse and fraudulent activity;
- To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only:
- With service providers that help us operate the Site (hosting, analytics, advertising) under appropriate data-protection agreements;
- When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property or safety;
- In connection with a business transfer such as a merger, acquisition or sale of assets, in which case users will be notified.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep the Site working, measure performance and serve relevant content.
Essential cookies are required for the Site to function (session storage, security, comment posting). They cannot be disabled.
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site. Data is aggregated and anonymised.
Advertising cookies are set by our advertising partners, including Google AdSense, to display relevant ads. See Section 5.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact some Site features.
5. Third-Party Advertising (Google AdSense)
Google AdSense. We may use Google AdSense to serve advertisements on the Site. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads based on your visit to our Site and other sites on the Internet.
DoubleClick DART Cookie. Google's use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads based on your visits. You may opt out by visiting Google's advertising policies page.
Opt-out options. To opt out of personalised advertising network-wide, visit the Digital Advertising Alliance or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out pages, or adjust your Google Ads settings.
6. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us at privacy@aprokoman.com and we will promptly delete it.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct or delete your personal information, object to or restrict processing, and withdraw consent. To exercise these rights, email privacy@aprokoman.com. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Links to Other Sites
Our content may link to external sites operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
11. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy?
Email: privacy@aprokoman.com
General contact: aprokoman.com/contact