1. Introduction
Blockchain Argentina News ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, blockchainargentina.news (the "Website").
We comply with the requirements of Argentina's Ley 25.326 (Personal Data Protection Law) and international data protection standards including GDPR principles where applicable.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Voluntarily Provide
- Newsletter Signup: Email address for our blockchain news updates
- Contact Forms: Name, email, phone (optional), organization, and message content
- News Tips: Name, email, phone (optional), and tip details
- User Accounts: Account credentials if you create a user profile
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visits
- Cookies: Session cookies and persistent cookies for functionality and analytics
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Analytics: User interactions, click patterns, content engagement metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Providing and maintaining our Website and services
- Sending you our newsletter and other news updates (with your consent)
- Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
- Analyzing Website usage and improving our services
- Detecting and preventing fraud or security issues
- Complying with legal obligations and regulations
- Marketing communications (only with your explicit consent)
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
4.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic Website functionality and security
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings (such as dark mode preference)
- Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party advertisers to show relevant ads
4.2 Cookie Management
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality. See our Cookie Policy for more details.
5. Third-Party Services
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Third-party services we may use:
- Analytics platforms (aggregate usage data)
- Email service providers (for newsletter distribution)
- Social media platforms (embedded content)
- Content delivery networks (CDNs)
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Security measures include:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure
- Limited access to personal data (staff only)
- Regular security audits and updates
7. User Rights Under Argentine Law (Ley 25.326)
Under Argentina's Personal Data Protection Law, you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: You can request information about what personal data we hold
- Right to Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data
- Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at redaccion@blockchainargentina.news with your request.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:
- Newsletter Subscribers: Until unsubscribe or account deletion
- Contact Form Data: For 2 years or as legally required
- Analytics Data: Up to 24 months (aggregated)
- Log Files: Up to 90 days
9. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not intentionally collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information and terminate the child's account.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised. Your continued use of the Website following changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: redaccion@blockchainargentina.news
- Phone: +54 11 5555-7890
- Address: Av. 9 de Julio 1200, C1073AAD, Buenos Aires, Argentina
12. Data Protection Authority
You may also lodge a complaint with the Argentine Data Protection Authority (Autoridad de Protección de Datos Personales) if you believe your rights have been violated.