Last Updated: March 21, 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and UK GDPR. By using our website, you consent to the practices described herein.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Directly Provided Information
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Name and email address when you voluntarily subscribe.
- Comments: Name, email address, website URL, and IP address when you post comments on blog entries.
- Contact Emails: Email addresses and any personal details shared when you contact us directly.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Analytics: IP address, device type, browser information, and usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics, Site Kit).
- Cookies: Persistent and session cookies for functionality, analytics, and advertising (e.g., Google AdSense).
- Affiliate Links: Click-through data shared with affiliate partners (e.g., product preferences).
2.3 Sensitive Data
We do not intentionally collect sensitive data (e.g., health information). If you voluntarily disclose such data in comments, we will treat it as personal data under GDPR Article 9 and LGPD Article 5.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
- Consent: For newsletters and cookies (revocable at any time).
- Legitimate Interests: For comment moderation, analytics, and affiliate marketing.
- Contractual Necessity: To respond to your inquiries or feedback.
- Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
4. How We Use Your Information
4.1 Operational Uses
- Deliver newsletters and blog updates.
- Moderate comments and prevent spam.
- Analyze traffic patterns to improve content.
4.2 Third-Party Sharing
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics processes anonymized usage data.
- Advertising Networks: Google AdSense uses cookies for targeted ads.
- Email Marketing Tools: Mailchimp manages newsletter subscriptions.
- Affiliate Partners: Click-through data shared for commission tracking.
Under CCPA/CPRA, sharing data with advertising partners may constitute a “sale.” Californian residents can opt out via our Do Not Sell My Personal Information link.
5. International Data Transfers
Data may be transferred outside the EU (e.g., to US-based services like Google). We ensure safeguards such as:
- GDPR-compliant Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
- Participation in Privacy Shield frameworks (where applicable).
- Compliance with LGPD’s international transfer rules via SCCs or ANPD-approved mechanisms.
6. Your Rights
6.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Users)
- Access/Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate information.
- Erasure: Delete your data unless legal obligations require retention.
- Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from newsletters or disable cookies.
6.2 CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents)
- Know: Disclose categories and specific personal data collected in the past 12 months.
- Delete: Remove personal data (exceptions apply for legal compliance).
- Opt-Out: Direct marketing and “sales” of data (via cookie settings or our opt-out link).
- Non-Discrimination: Equal service quality regardless of privacy choices.
6.3 LGPD Rights (Brazilian Users)
- Confirmation: Request verification of data processing.
- Anonymization: Ask for unnecessary data to be anonymized.
- Revoke Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time.
- Review Automated Decisions: Challenge decisions made solely by algorithms.
6.4 PIPEDA Rights (Canadian Users)
- Implied/Explicit Consent: Non-sensitive data (e.g., newsletter emails) requires implied consent; sensitive data requires explicit opt-in.
- Challenge Compliance: File complaints with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC).
- Data Retention Limits: Personal data deleted after fulfilling stated purposes (e.g., comments retained indefinitely unless requested for deletion).
6.5 UK GDPR Rights (UK Users)
- Object to Profiling: Opt out of automated ad targeting via cookies.
- Data Portability: Receive personal data in machine-readable formats (e.g., CSV).
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
7.1 Types of Cookies
- Essential: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., comment authentication).
- Analytical: Monitor traffic sources and user behavior.
- Advertising: Serve personalized ads via Google AdSense.
7.2 Consent Management
We use a cookie banner to obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies. Adjust preferences anytime via our Cookie Settings tool.
- Brazil (LGPD): Consent required for all cookies except strictly necessary ones.
- Canada (PIPEDA): Implied consent via continued browsing for non-sensitive tracking.
- UK (UK GDPR): Granular opt-in for advertising cookies.
7.3 Do Not Track (DNT)
We honor DNT signals by disabling non-essential cookies unless you provide consent.
8. Data Retention Schedule
| Data Type | EU/UK | Brazil | Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newsletter Emails | Until unsubscribed | 2 years | Until unsubscribed |
| Comment Data | Indefinite (with right to delete) | 5 years | 3 years |
| Analytics Records | 26 months | 12 months | 18 months |
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 (EU), 13 (US), or 18 (Brazil). Parents/guardians may contact us to delete unintentionally collected data.
10. Affiliate Links and Disclosures
Clicking affiliate links may share referral data with partners (e.g., Amazon). This does not impact product recommendations. For CCPA compliance, such sharing is considered a “sale” – opt out via our Do Not Sell link.
11. Security Measures
We implement technical safeguards (SSL encryption, access controls) and regular audits to protect against unauthorized access.
12. Policy Updates
Changes will be posted here with a revised effective date. Material changes will prompt a direct email notification to subscribers.
13. Contact Us
For data requests or questions, email info@singleparentkids.com. We respond within 30 days (45 days for complex CCPA requests).