Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Strategia-X. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection and usage when you visit our website at https://strategia-x.com.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide Directly

Contact Forms

When you submit a contact or inquiry form, we may collect:

• Name: To address you personally in our communications
• Email Address: To respond to your inquiries
• Company Name: To understand your business context
• Phone Number: For direct communication (if provided)
• Message Content: To understand and respond to your specific needs
• Industry/Service Interest: To provide relevant information

Newsletter Subscriptions

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

• Email Address: To send you updates, insights, and news
• Subscription Preferences: To customize content delivery

2. Information Collected Automatically

Analytics Data (Google Analytics 4)

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with our website. This service automatically collects:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click behavior, scroll depth
• Technical Data: IP address (anonymized), screen resolution, language preferences
• Referral Source: How you arrived at our website (search engine, direct, referral)
• Geographic Location: Approximate location based on IP address (city/region level)
• Session Data: Session duration, bounce rate, pages per session

Log Files

Our web server automatically logs:

• IP addresses
• Browser type and version
• Date and time of access
• Referring website addresses
• Pages accessed

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. See the "Cookies" section below for detailed information.

3. Information from Third-Party Sources

We may receive information about you from:

• LinkedIn: If you interact with our LinkedIn company page
• Business Partners: If you were referred to us by a partner
• Public Sources: Publicly available business information for B2B purposes

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

1. Providing and Improving Services

• Respond to your inquiries and contact requests
• Provide information about our IT consulting and business operations services
• Deliver requested content, case studies, or whitepapers
• Customize your experience on our website
• Improve website functionality and user experience

2. Communication

• Send newsletter updates (with your consent)
• Provide service announcements and updates
• Respond to support requests
• Send follow-up communications regarding consultations

3. Analytics and Performance

• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Understand which services and content are most valuable to visitors
• Optimize website performance and loading speed
• Track conversion rates and user engagement
• Identify and fix technical issues

4. Marketing and Business Development

• Promote our services to interested parties
• Share industry insights and thought leadership content
• Conduct market research
• Develop new service offerings based on client needs

5. Legal and Security

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and security threats
• Enforce our terms of service
• Defend our legal rights

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you submit forms, subscribe to newsletters, or accept cookies
• Legitimate Interests: To operate our website, analyze usage, and improve services
• Contractual Necessity: To provide requested services and respond to inquiries
• Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory and legal requirements

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We Do NOT Sell Your Data

Strategia-X does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

Third-Party Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and business:

Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance tracking
• Data Shared: Usage data, device information, anonymized IP addresses
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

GitHub Pages (Hosting)

• Purpose: Website hosting and delivery
• Data Shared: Server logs, IP addresses, access patterns
• Privacy Policy: https://docs.github.com/en/site-policy/privacy-policies/github-privacy-statement

Email Service Providers

• Purpose: Sending newsletters and responding to inquiries
• Data Shared: Email addresses, names, communication content
• Note: We use enterprise-grade email services that comply with data protection regulations

YouTube/Vimeo (Embedded Videos)

• Purpose: Display testimonial and informational videos
• Data Shared: When you play embedded videos, these services may collect viewing data
• Privacy Policies:
  • YouTube: https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/privacy

Legal Disclosures

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes, court orders, or government requests
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of Strategia-X, our clients, or others
• Prevent fraud or security issues
• Enforce our terms of service

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze site performance.

Types of Cookies We Use

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards

• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our website is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Content Security Policy (CSP): Prevents unauthorized script execution and XSS attacks
• Security Headers: X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, and strict referrer policies
• Form Protection: Honeypot fields and validation to prevent spam and abuse
• DDoS Protection: Provided by GitHub Pages infrastructure

Administrative Safeguards

• Limited access to personal data (need-to-know basis)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Staff training on data protection practices
• Incident response procedures

Data Storage

• Contact form submissions: Securely stored and encrypted
• Newsletter data: Managed by secure email service providers
• Analytics data: Processed and stored by Google Analytics with privacy controls enabled

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Contact Form Inquiries: Retained for up to 3 years or until resolved, whichever is longer
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe
• Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Log Files: Retained for 90 days for security and troubleshooting purposes
• Client Communications: Retained for 7 years to comply with business record requirements

After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your data unless legally required to retain it longer.

Your Rights and Choices

Under GDPR (EU Users)

If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restriction: Request limitation of processing your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data for direct marketing or legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

Under CCPA (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected, used, and shared
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

All Users

• Unsubscribe from Emails: Click "Unsubscribe" in any newsletter or marketing email
• Opt-Out of Analytics: Use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Manage Cookies: Control cookies through your browser settings (see Cookies section)
• Update Your Information: Contact us to update your contact details

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@strategia-x.com with:

• Your full name and email address
• Description of your request
• Proof of identity (if required for security)

We will respond to your request within 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA).

International Data Transfers

Strategia-X operates globally and may transfer your data to countries outside your residence, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): For transfers to countries without adequacy decisions
• Privacy Shield (where applicable): For U.S.-based service providers
• Service Provider Agreements: Requiring data protection standards equivalent to this policy

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

• LinkedIn company page
• Partner websites
• Industry resources
• Technology vendors

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

• The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised
• Material changes will be prominently posted on our website
• For significant changes, we may send email notifications to subscribers
• Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends signals to websites requesting not to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not respond to DNT signals at this time but honor opt-out requests made directly to us.

California "Shine the Light" Law

California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request information about disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

Contact Information

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at:

Email: info@strategia-x.com (Subject: Data Protection Officer)

Consent

By using the Strategia-X website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to:

• The collection of information as described
• The use of cookies and analytics services
• The processing of your data for the purposes outlined
• The sharing of data with service providers as disclosed

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our website or submit any personal information.