Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 13, 2025 — This Privacy Policy describes how Miniwired.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and discloses information when you visit and interact with the website located at Miniwired.com (the “Site”).
1. Introduction
Miniwired.com is a technology and software blog. This Policy explains:
- What information we collect;
- How we use and share that information;
- Your rights under applicable privacy laws (including the EU General Data Protection Regulation — GDPR — and US privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act — CCPA/CPRA); and
- How to contact us about privacy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect categories of information described below.
2.1. Personal Information You Provide
- Contact details: name and email (for comments, contact forms, or newsletter signups).
- Communications: any info you include when contacting us (support requests, feedback).
2.2. Automatically Collected Information
- Usage data: IP address, device and browser information, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps, and other analytics data.
- Cookies and similar technologies: small data files and web beacons used to recognize your device and preferences.
2.3. Third-Party Sources
We may receive information about you from third-party services you connect with (for example, analytics providers) or from public sources.
3. How We Use Information
We use data for purposes including:
- Providing, operating, and maintaining the Site;
- Responding to inquiries and communicating updates or newsletters (only if you opt in);
- Analyzing usage and improving content and site performance;
- Security, fraud prevention, and legal compliance; and
- Any other purpose disclosed at the time you provide the information or with your consent.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the UK, our lawful bases for processing personal data include:
- Consent — where you have given consent (e.g., newsletter signup, cookie consent tools);
- Contractual necessity — where needed to provide a service you requested;
- Legitimate interests — for analytics, site security, and improving the Site, balanced against your rights; and
- Legal obligations — to comply with laws or respond to lawful requests.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, to comply with legal obligations, and to resolve disputes. Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and the reason for processing.
8. International Transfers
Miniwired.com is operated from servers and service providers that may be located in the United States or other countries. If we transfer personal data from the EEA/UK to countries without an adequacy decision, we implement appropriate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses) where required by law.
9. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. If you believe your interaction with the Site is no longer secure, please notify us immediately at hostmaster@miniwired.com.
10. Your Rights
EU/EEA/UK (GDPR) — If you are in the EEA or UK, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data;
- Request correction of inaccurate data;
- Request deletion (the “right to be forgotten”);
- Request restriction of processing;
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests;
- Request data portability; and
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
California (CCPA/CPRA) — If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:
- Know what categories of personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell (we do not sell personal information);
- Request deletion of personal information we hold about you;
- Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell or share for cross-context behavioral advertising);
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
How to exercise your rights: To exercise any rights described above, please contact us at hostmaster@miniwired.com. For some requests we may need to verify your identity before fulfilling the request — this is to protect your information. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.
11. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or under 16 where higher age limits apply). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us at hostmaster@miniwired.com and we will take steps to delete it as required by law.
12. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content
The Site may contain links to third-party websites and embedded content (e.g., videos, social plugins). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
13. “Do Not Sell” / No Sale Statement
Miniwired.com does not sell personal information. If this practice changes, we will provide a clear method for consumers to opt out consistent with applicable law.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes we will revise the “Last updated” date above and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.
15. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise any rights described herein, please contact:
Email: hostmaster@miniwired.com
Disclaimer
This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. For legal compliance tailored to your situation or jurisdiction-specific requirements, consult a qualified privacy attorney.