Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

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Who we are

Suggested text: Our website address is: https://techopedia.co.uk/

Comments

Suggested text: When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.

An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.

Media

Suggested text: If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.

Cookies

Suggested text: If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.

If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.

If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.

Log Files

At https://techopedia.co.uk/, we adhere to a customary protocol that involves the utilization of log files. Much like every reputable hosting service, we employ these files to record the footprints of visitors as they navigate our digital domain. This standard practice in hosting services’ analytics involves gathering diverse data points, including internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser specifications, Internet Service Provider (ISP) details, chronological date and time imprints, referring and exit pages, and, potentially, the count of clicks. It’s imperative to note that these data sets remain detached from any personally identifiable information, safeguarding user privacy. The primary objective behind this information collection is to decipher evolving trends, administer seamless site functionality, trace the trajectory of users across our web pages, and compile insightful demographic data.

Embedded content from other websites

Suggested text: Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Who we share your data with

Suggested text: If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

How long we retain your data

Suggested text: If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.

For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.

What rights you have over your data

Suggested text: If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where your data is sent

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

Third-Party Privacy Policies

The privacy commitment of https://techopedia.co.uk/ extends solely to our platform and does not encompass other advertisers or external websites. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the privacy practices employed by these third-party ad servers, we encourage you to review their individual Privacy Policies. This exploration may unveil detailed insights into their methodologies and provide instructions on opting out of specific choices.

Taking control of your online privacy is within your reach, as you have the option to disable cookies through your browser settings. Delve deeper into the nuances of cookie management by referring to the specific guidelines provided by your chosen web browser, which can be found on the respective browser’s official websites. Empowering you with these choices is our way of ensuring that your online experience aligns with your preferences and values.

Children’s Information

At https://techopedia.co.uk/, safeguarding children online is a paramount concern for us. Not only do we prioritize creating engaging content, but we also place significant emphasis on ensuring a safe online environment for young users. We actively advocate for parents and guardians to be involved in and oversee their children’s internet activities, recognizing the importance of their guidance in this digital era.

Moreover, it’s important to note that https://techopedia.co.uk/ adheres to strict policies regarding the collection of Personal Identifiable Information from children under 13 years of age. We are committed to maintaining a website that is safe for all users, especially minors. If, by any chance, you believe that your child has disclosed such information on our platform, we urge you to promptly reach out to us. Rest assured, we will take immediate and thorough measures to expeditiously remove any such information from our records.