Privacy Policy
Privacy Highlights (TL;DR)
We respect your time and your data. Here is the short version of how Horoscoperitual handles your information:
- What we collect: Your birth details (date, time, and place) strictly to generate your astrology charts, and your email if you choose to register.
- Why we need it: To provide accurate horoscopes and readings. We do not sell your personal data.
- Third parties: We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and Mediavine to serve advertisements.
- Your control: You own your data. You can request complete deletion at any time by contacting legal@horoscoperitual.com.
This Privacy Policy applies to Horoscoperitual (accessible at horoscoperitual.com) and explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or use this website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in a transparent and responsible manner.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Email address — Required only if you choose to register an account on the website.
- Astrology-related personal details (optional) — Such as date of birth, time of birth, place of birth, and name. These details are provided entirely at your discretion and are used solely to generate personalized astrology content (e.g. birth charts or readings). You are not required to provide astrology-related personal details to browse the website or access general content.
- Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- device type and browser
- pages visited and time spent on the site
- referral source
This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools and is used to improve website performance and user experience.
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- remember user preferences
- understand how visitors interact with the website
- serve relevant advertisements
Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly as a result.
Consent
By using this website, you consent to the use of cookies and data processing as described in this policy.
Where required by law, you may be presented with a consent banner to manage your preferences.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.
Google Analytics collects anonymized data such as page views, session duration, and general geographic location. This information helps us improve content, usability, and performance.
Google Analytics may use cookies and similar technologies in accordance with Google’s privacy policies.
Advertising
We display advertisements on this website using third-party advertising partners, including Google AdSense and Mediavine.
These advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- display relevant ads
- measure ad performance
- limit repeated ad exposure
We do not control the specific data collected by these third-party advertisers. You can learn more about how Google uses data from sites that use its services by reviewing Google’s advertising privacy policies.
Mediavine Advertising
This website may partner with Mediavine to manage third-party advertising.
Mediavine uses cookies, pixels, and other technologies to collect data about user interactions in order to serve personalized advertisements.
You can learn more about Mediavine’s data practices and how to opt out by visiting: https://www.mediavine.com/privacy-policy/
Email Communication
If you register on the website, we may use your email address to:
- manage your account
- deliver requested content or reports
- send service-related notifications
We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
You may unsubscribe from non-essential email communications at any time.
Third-Party Services
This website may use trusted third-party services to operate and improve functionality, including:
- analytics providers
- advertising networks
- hosting and infrastructure services
These third parties may process limited data on our behalf and are required to handle it in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Data Protection & Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept this risk.
Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Legal Basis for Processing
Under the GDPR, our legal basis for processing your personal data is your explicit Consent. Specifically, by providing your birth details (date, time, and place) for the generation of astrology charts and readings, you explicitly consent to the processing of this data for those specific purposes. You have the right to withdraw this consent at any time.
Data Controller
For the purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Horoscoperitual is the Data Controller. Any inquiries regarding your data or requests for deletion should be directed to legal@horoscoperitual.com.
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- request access to your personal data
- request correction or deletion of your data
- opt out of certain data processing or advertising practices
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
To exercise your rights or request information, you may contact us at legal@horoscoperitual.com.
Children’s Information
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you may contact us at legal@horoscoperitual.com.