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1) Who we are
Technicles (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a technology news and how-to website. This page explains what information we collect when you use technicles.com, how we use it, and the choices you have.
2) Information we collect
a) Information you provide
- Emails you send to us (tips, feedback, corrections, DMCA requests)
- Details you submit via forms (e.g., newsletter signup, contact form)
- Comments you post (name, email, IP for anti-spam)
b) Information collected automatically
When you visit the site, our servers and service providers may automatically log:
- IP address, browser type/version, device identifiers, operating system
- Referring/exit pages, timestamps, URLs visited, approximate location
- Pages viewed, links clicked, and other standard usage metrics
We use this data to operate the site, secure it, diagnose issues, and understand aggregate readership.
3) Cookies & similar technologies
We and our partners use cookies, local storage, and scripts to:
- Remember preferences (e.g., theme, cookie consent)
- Measure traffic and performance
- Deliver and measure advertising, including personalized ads
You can control cookies in your browser settings, and most browsers let you block or delete cookies. Blocking some cookies may affect site functionality.
4) Analytics
We may use analytics tools (for example, Google Analytics) to understand how the site is used. These tools set cookies and collect usage data in an anonymized or pseudonymized form. Where required, we run analytics in consent mode.
5) Advertising & affiliate links
We use Google AdSense to show ads. Google may use cookies (including the DART cookie) to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can opt out of personalized ads in Google Ads Settings and via industry tools like aboutads.info/choices (US) or youronlinechoices.eu (EU/UK).
Some links on Technicles may be affiliate links—if you click and buy, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Editorial coverage is independent of these relationships.
6) Comments & anti-spam
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comment form, the visitor’s IP address, and browser user agent to help spam detection. We may use an anti-spam service that processes comment data off-site.
7) Embedded content from other websites
Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, tweets). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited the other website directly and may collect data about you as described in their policies.
8) Data retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes above—typically short operational periods for logs, and for as long as needed to maintain records of correspondence, legal obligations, or security.
9) Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10) Your privacy choices & rights
- Cookie controls: Manage cookies in your browser and use the links in Section 5 to opt out of personalized advertising.
- Email: Contact admin@technicles.com to request access, correction, deletion, or to object to certain processing.
- Newsletters: If we offer newsletters, every message includes an unsubscribe link.
GDPR (EEA/UK) rights
Where applicable, you have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict or object to processing, and data portability. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
CCPA/CPRA (California) rights
California residents may request to know, access, or delete certain personal information, and to opt out of “sale” or “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising. To exercise these rights, email admin@technicles.com (subject: “CCPA/CPRA Request”). If we offer a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link, you can also use it.
11) Children’s privacy
Technicles is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
12) International transfers
Your information may be processed on servers outside your state, province, or country. We take steps to ensure transfers comply with applicable laws.
13) Third-party links
Links to external sites are provided for convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites or services.
14) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” at the top shows when it was last revised. If changes are material, we’ll take reasonable steps to notify you.
15) Contact us
Questions about this policy or your data? Email admin@technicles.com.