Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how cristian.fyi (the “Site”) collects and uses information when you visit https://cristian.fyi. It is intended to describe our practices in line with applicable privacy laws, including the EU/UK GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), where applicable.
Who We Are
Controller (EU/UK): cristian.fyi , Romania
Contact: ascult ⓐ cristian.fyi
Contact: ascult ⓐ cristian.fyi
Information We Gather
Data You Share With Us
When you post a comment or sign up for our mailing list, we may collect:
- Name and email – your name may be displayed with your comment; your email is used for comment administration and newsletter delivery (if you subscribe).
- Comment content – visible publicly on the website.
- Website link (optional) – displayed with your comment.
Data Gathered Automatically
When you browse the Site, we may process:
- IP address and request data (e.g., requested URL, timestamp, user agent) – used for security, abuse prevention, troubleshooting, and service operation.
- Basic browser/device information – used to help diagnose issues and improve compatibility.
We do not use Google Analytics.
Legal Basis for Processing (EU/UK Users)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent – for newsletters and non-essential cookies (if enabled via our consent banner).
- Legitimate interests – for site security, abuse/spam prevention, and maintaining service reliability.
- Contractual necessity / steps prior to a contract – to respond to your inquiries where applicable.
How We Use Your Information
- Managing and displaying comments on our content
- Delivering newsletter updates to subscribers
- Answering your questions and messages
- Defending against spam and harmful activities
- Operating, troubleshooting, and improving the Site
Cookies
We may use cookies to support site functionality and your preferences:
- Essential cookies – necessary for proper site operation.
- Comment cookies (if comments are enabled) – may store your name and email for convenience (typically up to 1 year).
- Consent preference cookie – stores your cookie choices from our consent banner.
You can manage cookie preferences through our consent banner and/or your browser settings.
Your Privacy Rights
All Users
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format (where applicable)
- Object to or limit processing (where applicable)
California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
In addition to the above, California residents may have the right to:
- Opt-out of sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share personal information as defined by CCPA/CPRA).
- Limit use of sensitive personal information (where applicable).
- Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at ascult ⓐ cristian.fyi.
EU/UK Users (GDPR)
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is consent-based)
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (UK: ICO)
Data Retention
- Comments: retained until you request deletion or the content is removed.
- Newsletter data: retained until you unsubscribe (and we may keep a minimal suppression record to honor opt-outs).
- Server/security logs: typically stored for up to 30 days, unless needed longer for security investigations.
Third-Party Services & International Transfers
We do not sell personal information.
We use the following service providers to operate the Site:
- Hosting provider – website infrastructure.
- Cloudflare – CDN, security, and performance services (may process IP address and request data). (Privacy Policy)
- WordPress – website platform. (Privacy Policy)
- Newsletter system (self-hosted) – email distribution operated by us on our infrastructure.
Some services may process data outside the EU/UK/EEA. Where applicable, we rely on appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) or adequacy decisions.
Security
We use reasonable security measures (e.g., HTTPS, updates, access controls). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Children’s Privacy
- US (COPPA): The Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.
- EU/UK: The Site is not intended for children under 16 (or a lower age where applicable under local law).
If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us for deletion.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries or requests:
Email: ascult ⓐ cristian.fyi
Response timeframe: within one month (and may be extended where permitted by law).
Email: ascult ⓐ cristian.fyi
Response timeframe: within one month (and may be extended where permitted by law).
UK Users: You may file a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
EU Users: You may contact your local data protection authority.
