Your Privacy Matters – Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [02 June 2025]
Citizen of Europe (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit https://www.citizenofeurope.com (“the Site”).
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information only when you choose to provide it, such as when:
Subscribing to our newsletter
Contacting us through the site
Commenting on articles (if enabled)
This may include your name, email address, and any message you send.
b. Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our site, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and tracking technologies:
IP address (anonymized)
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent
Referring website
Device and operating system
Interaction behavior (clicks, scroll depth, etc.)
This data is used solely to improve the performance, design, and usability of the Site.
2. Use of Google Analytics via MonsterInsights
We use Google Analytics, integrated via MonsterInsights, to collect aggregate data about how visitors use our website.
Key privacy features:
We have enabled IP anonymization so that your full IP address is never stored.
We have accepted Google’s Data Processing Agreement in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
All analytics data is used in an aggregated, non-identifiable format.
Google Analytics may set cookies such as:
_ga– used to distinguish users (expires in 2 years)_gid– used to distinguish users (expires in 24 hours)_gat– used to throttle request rate (expires in 1 minute)
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
3. Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand usage patterns and improve your experience.
We use:
Essential cookies – required for site functionality
Analytics cookies – via Google Analytics for traffic analysis
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your data under the following lawful bases:
Consent – For newsletter sign-ups or non-essential cookies
Legitimate interest – To analyze and improve the site
Legal obligation – If required to comply with applicable laws
5. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Operate and maintain the Site
Monitor and improve website performance
Respond to inquiries or messages
Send newsletters (if you opt-in)
Meet legal obligations
6. Sharing of Data
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers for purposes such as:
Website hosting (e.g., WordPress, hosting provider)
Email newsletter services (e.g., Mailchimp, Substack)
Web analytics (Google Analytics)
These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data under strict confidentiality and data protection standards.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9 below).
8. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no online service can be 100% secure.
9. Your Rights (Under GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:
Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent
Object to processing
Request data portability
File a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, email us at [insert email address].
10. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please read their privacy policies before submitting any data.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
13.Disclaimer
Disclaimer: Content on CitizenOfEurope.com is provided for informational and editorial purposes only. We do not accept liability for reliance on this information. Views expressed are those of the authors. See our full Disclaimer and Privacy Policy for more.
14.Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Citizen of Europe
Email: [info@citizenofeurope.com]
Website: https://www.citizenofeurope.com