Effective Date: January 2, 2026
Last Updated: January 2, 2026
1. Introduction 👋
Welcome to Secryft. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and care.
This Privacy Policy explains how Secryft (https://secryft.com/) collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our content.
By using Secryft, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
📧 Questions? Contact us at: secryft@gmail.com
2. Information We Collect 📊
2.1 Information You Provide
- ✉️ Email address and name (newsletter subscriptions, contact forms)
- 💬 Comments and feedback on articles
- 📝 Messages and inquiries you send us
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- 🖥️ Device data: IP address, browser type, operating system
- 📈 Usage data: Pages visited, time on site, links clicked
- 🌍 Location: Approximate location based on IP address
- 🍪 Cookies: Tracking technologies for analytics and advertising
2.3 Third-Party Information
- 📊 Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
- 📢 Google AdSense for advertisements
- 🌐 Social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter/X)
3. How We Use Your Information 🎯
We use your information to:
- 📚 Deliver cybersecurity content and guides
- ✉️ Send newsletters and security alerts (if subscribed)
- 📊 Analyze website performance and improve user experience
- 🛡️ Protect against fraud and security threats
- ⚖️ Comply with legal requirements
- 📢 Display personalized advertisementss
4. Cookies & Tracking 🍪
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Website functionality | Session |
| Analytics | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
| Advertising | Google AdSense personalized ads | 13 months |
| Preference | Remember your settings | 1 year |
Managing Cookies
Control cookies through your browser settings or opt-out:
5. How We Share Information 🔄
We do NOT sell your personal information.
We may share data with:
- 🌐 Service providers: Hosting, email services, analytics
- 📢 Advertising partners: Google AdSense
- ⚖️ Legal authorities: When required by law
- 💼 Business transfers: In case of merger or acquisition
6. Your Privacy Rights ✊
GDPR Rights (EU/UK/Switzerland)
- ✅ Access your personal data
- ✏️ Correct inaccurate information
- 🗑️ Request data deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)
- 🚫 Object to processing or withdraw consent
- 📦 Data portability
CCPA/CPRA Rights (California, USA)
- 📋 Know what data we collect and how we use it
- 🗑️ Request deletion of your information
- 🚫 Opt-out of data sale (we don’t sell data)
- ✏️ Correct inaccurate information
Canadian Rights (PIPEDA)
- 📂 Access and correct your information
- 🚫 Withdraw consent for data processing
- 📝 File complaints with Privacy Commissioner
Other US States (Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah)
Similar rights to California residents under respective state laws.
How to Exercise Rights
📧 Email us at: secryft@gmail.com
⏱️ Response time: 30-45 days
7. Data Security 🛡️
We protect your information with:
- 🔐 SSL/TLS encryption
- 🔒 Access controls and limited data access
- 🔍 Regular security audits
- 🌐 Secure hosting infrastructure
Note: No system is 100% secure. We strive to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention ⏳
We retain data only as long as necessary:
- ✉️ Newsletter subscribers: Until unsubscribe or deletion request
- 📊 Analytics data: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics)
- 💬 Comments/feedback: Until deletion request
- ⚖️ Legal requirements: As required by law
9. Children’s Privacy 👶
Secryft is not intended for children under 16 (or 13 in the US). We do not knowingly collect children’s data.
If we discover we’ve collected such data, we’ll delete it immediately. Contact us at: secryft@gmail.com
10. International Data Transfers 🌍
Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence (US, EU, India). We ensure appropriate safeguards through:
- 📜 Standard Contractual Clauses
- ✅ Adequacy Decisions
- 🤝 Data Processing Agreements
11. Third-Party Links 🔗
We link to external websites and services. We’re not responsible for their privacy practices.
Third parties we use:
- 📊 Google Analytics Privacy
- 📢 Google AdSense Privacy
- 🌐 Social media platforms
12. Google AdSense Disclosures 📢
Google AdSense displays personalized ads based on your browsing behavior.
Opt-out of personalized ads:
Third-party vendors: View list
13. Do Not Track (DNT) 🚫
We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals, as there’s no universal standard.
14. Data Breach Notification 🚨
In case of a data breach, we will:
- 📢 Notify affected users within 72 hours (GDPR)
- 📝 Report to relevant authorities
- 🛡️ Take steps to mitigate harm
15. Changes to Privacy Policy 🔄
We may update this policy periodically. When we do:
- 📅 Update the “Last Updated” date
- ✉️ Notify subscribers of material changes
- 📢 Post prominent website notice
Review this policy regularly to stay informed.
16. Contact Us 📬
Email: secryft@gmail.com
Website: https://secryft.com/contact-us/
Response Time: Within 30 days
For Specific Jurisdictions:
- 🇪🇺 GDPR (EU): Contact your local data protection authority
- 🇺🇸 CCPA (California): Submit requests via email or contact form
- 🇨🇦 Canada: Privacy Commissioner of Canada
17. Your Consent ✅
By using Secryft, you consent to:
- 📊 Collection and use of information as described
- 🍪 Use of cookies and tracking technologies
- 🌍 Data transfers to service providers and other countries
You may withdraw consent anytime by contacting secryft@gmail.com
Thank you for trusting Secryft with your privacy. 🛡️
