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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 15, 2025

1. Who We Are

Our website address is andytips.com. This privacy policy is controlled by the site administrator, who can be contacted at [email protected].

Data Protection Officer Contact Information:

2. What Information We Collect and Why

Summary: We collect minimal personal information automatically when you visit our website. Some information — such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address and browser characteristics — is collected automatically through third-party services.

2.1 Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics to record information about pages that users have viewed, such as page URL, time of day, device used, etc. The information we collect is anonymized and sent to Google Analytics. Google Analytics primarily uses first-party cookies to report on visitor interactions on this website.

Users can disable cookies or delete any individual cookie from your browser settings tab. Additionally, Google Analytics supports an optional browser add-on to disable measurement by Google Analytics for any site that users visit.

Google Analytics also collects Internet Protocol (IP) addresses to provide and protect the security of the service. See Google Analytics security and privacy policy:
https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245

2.2 Advertising Data

This site partners with Google AdSense for the purpose of placing advertisements on the website, and Google will collect and use certain data for advertising purposes. To learn more about Google AdSense data usage, click here:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

2.3 Website Hosting and Security

We use Cloudflare for website hosting and security services. Cloudflare may collect certain technical information including IP addresses, system configuration information, and other information about traffic to and from our website for the purpose of optimizing security and performance. For more information, see Cloudflare’s privacy policy:
https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/

2.4 Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons and pixels) to improve your browsing experience and for advertising purposes. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. Who We Share Your Data With

Collected data may be shared with service providers who help operate our website, including but not limited to:

  • Website hosting and security (Cloudflare)
  • Analytics services (Google Analytics)
  • Advertising services (Google AdSense)

We will never sell, rent, or lease your personal data to third parties.

4. How Long We Keep Your Data

Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics data retention settings (currently set to automatically delete after 26 months).

Advertising data is retained according to Google AdSense policies.

Server logs and security data may be retained for up to 12 months for security and performance monitoring purposes.

5. Your Rights

Most advertising networks provide a way for you to opt out of interest-based advertising. If you would like to find out more information, please visit https://www.aboutads.info/choices/ or https://www.youronlinechoices.com.

For California Residents:
You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. You can exercise this right by visiting our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” page or by enabling Global Privacy Control (GPC) in your browser.

For EU Residents:
Under GDPR, you have enhanced rights including the right to access, rectify, delete, restrict processing, data portability, and object to the processing of your personal data.

You have the right to:

  • Request information about what personal data we process
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Object to the processing of your personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

6. International Data Transfers

As we serve content globally in multiple languages, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States where our service providers (Google, Cloudflare) are based.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13 years of age. If we learn that a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, we will take steps to delete such data. By using our service, you represent that you are not under 13 years of age.

8. Data Security

We use reasonable and appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, taking into account the nature of the personal data and the risks involved in processing that information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy and post the new policy on our website.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

11. Global Privacy Law Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with major privacy regulations including:

  • European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • Other privacy laws applicable in your jurisdiction

Important Notice for International Users:

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries with different privacy laws than your country. By using our website, you consent to such transfer and processing.