Legal
Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 16, 2026
Bitcoinas (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates bitcoinas.org (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. By accessing or using the Service, you agree to the practices described here.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Email address and name when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us.
- Messages, feedback, or correspondence submitted through contact forms.
- Account credentials if you create a reader account.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: pages visited, time spent, referring URLs, browser type and version, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Log Data: IP address, server access logs, error logs, and timestamps — retained for up to 90 days for security purposes.
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: see our Cookie Policy for full details.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
- Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics) that share aggregate usage statistics.
- Advertising networks that may share audience segment data for contextual advertising.
- Social media platforms if you interact with share buttons or embedded content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes and legal bases:
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|
| Delivering and improving the Service | Legitimate interests |
| Sending newsletters you subscribed to | Consent |
| Analytics and site performance monitoring | Legitimate interests |
| Displaying contextual or interest-based advertising | Consent |
| Fraud prevention and security | Legal obligation / Legitimate interests |
| Responding to legal or governmental requests | Legal obligation |
3. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share it only in these circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted vendors who process data on our behalf under strict data processing agreements (e.g. hosting, email delivery, analytics).
- Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, court order, or governmental authority.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to the successor entity honouring this Privacy Policy.
- Protection of Rights: To investigate fraud, enforce our Terms of Use, or protect the safety of users or the public.
4. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and advertising. For a full breakdown, please read our Cookie Policy.
5. Data Retention
- Newsletter subscriber data — until you unsubscribe.
- Contact form submissions — up to 2 years.
- Server and access logs — up to 90 days.
- Analytics data — typically 14–26 months as configured with our analytics providers.
6. International Data Transfers
Our servers and service providers may be located outside your country or the European Economic Area (EEA). Where applicable, we ensure adequate safeguards for cross-border transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Restriction: Request that we limit processing in certain circumstances.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time where processing is consent-based.
To exercise any of these rights, email [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organisational measures including TLS encryption in transit, access controls, and regular security assessments. No method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Service may link to third-party websites, including cryptocurrency exchanges, DeFi protocols, and other financial platforms. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be announced on our website and, where applicable, notified to you by email. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.