Last updated: 2 May 2025
1 — Who We Are
Sodug (“we,” “our,” “us”) operates the blog at https://sodug.com (“Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information—even when you visit through VPNs, proxies, or other anonymizers. Using the Site means you accept the practices below.
2 — Information We Collect
| Type | Examples | Why / Legal Basis* |
|---|---|---|
| You provide | Name, email, phone (e.g., when you email us) | ♦ Respond to messages ♦ Deliver content you request. GDPR: Consent or Legitimate Interest |
| Automatic | IP address, browser & device data, referring pages, coarse location via cookies/pixels | ♦ Site analytics ♦ Ad delivery & fraud-prevention. GDPR: Legitimate Interest, Consent(EEA) |
*Under the CCPA/CPRA these uses are “business purposes.” We do not sell personal information.
3 — Cookies & Tracking Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Your Choices |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Understand how visitors use the Site | Opt-out add-on |
| Google AdSense (non-personalised) | Show context-based ads; use cookies for frequency-capping, fraud detection & aggregated reporting | Turn off cookies in your browser or visit Google Ad Settings |
| Meta (Facebook) Pixel | Measure traffic from Facebook/Instagram, assess campaign performance | Adjust ads preferences in your Meta account or use browser blockers |
No interest-based ads: We have disabled AdSense personalisation. Google may still set limited cookies for measurement and security.
Most browsers let you block or delete cookies; doing so may affect some Site features.
4 — How We Use Your Data
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Operate, maintain & improve the Site
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Respond to emails or requests you send us
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Display contextual advertising & measure its effectiveness
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Detect, prevent & address misuse
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Comply with legal obligations
5 — Sharing & Disclosure
We never sell or rent your data. We share it only:
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With trusted service providers (Google, Meta) under contracts that safeguard your privacy
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When required by law or to protect rights, safety, or property
6 — International Transfers
Our servers or providers may be outside your country. When EU/EEA or UK data moves abroad, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards.
7 — Your Privacy Rights
| Region | You May… |
|---|---|
| EU/EEA & UK (GDPR) | Access, correct, delete, restrict, object, port data, withdraw consent |
| California (CCPA/CPRA) | Know, delete, correct, opt-out of “sale”/“sharing” (we do neither), no discrimination |
How to exercise a right: email info@sodug.com with “Privacy Request” in the subject. We may need to verify your identity—especially if you’re behind a VPN.
8 — VPN & Anonymizer Access
You’re welcome to use VPNs or proxies; regional laws still apply. Some rights (e.g., location-based opt-outs) may require proof of residency.
9 — Data Security & Retention
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards and keep data only as long as needed for the purposes above or as law demands.
10 — Children’s Privacy
The Site isn’t directed at children under 13, and we don’t knowingly collect their data. Contact us if you believe we have done so.
11 — Third-Party Links
Articles may link to external sites we don’t control. Check their privacy practices; we aren’t responsible for them.
12 — Changes
We may revise this Policy. A new “Last updated” date means the latest version is in effect.
13 — Contact
Questions? Email info@sodug.com.