Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 10, 2026

At SunSeaSangria (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we love sharing the sun, sea, sangria, hikes, fiestas, food finds, and real-life expat stories from the Costa Blanca. Your privacy matters to us too—we’re committed to protecting any personal information you share while enjoying the site.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we might share it with (spoiler: not many!), how long we keep it, and your rights. It applies to your use of sunseasangria.com and any related services (like our weekly SunSeaNews newsletter).

By using the site or signing up for updates, you agree to the practices described here. If you don’t agree, please don’t provide personal information.

  1. Information We Collect

We keep things minimal and only collect what helps us run the blog and stay in touch.

•  Information you give us directly:

•  Email address (and optionally your name) when you subscribe to SunSeaNews or our newsletter.

•  Name, email, and any message details if you use a contact form, submit a story tip, photo, or get in touch about “Red Tape & Tears” paperwork help.

•  Any info you voluntarily share in comments (if commenting is enabled—e.g., name, email, website/Gravatar).

•  Automatically collected information:

•  Technical details like your IP address, browser type, device info, pages visited, time/date of access, and referral sources (standard web server logs).

•  Cookies and similar tech for site functionality, analytics, and (if applicable) basic personalization.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (health, race, religion, etc.), financial info, or anything unnecessary.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use what we collect to:

•  Send you the weekly SunSeaNews newsletter with fresh Costa Blanca tips, events, hikes, restaurant recs, and sangria-worthy stories (only if you’ve opted in).

•  Respond to your messages, questions, or story submissions.

•  Improve the site—understand what content people love (e.g., more pet-friendly spots or fiesta guides?).

•  Analyze site performance and fix issues (via aggregated, anonymized stats).

•  Comply with legal obligations or protect against misuse.

  1. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Stuff)

For EU/UK visitors, we rely on:

•  Your consent — for newsletter subscriptions and any optional marketing emails (you can unsubscribe anytime via the link in every email).

•  Legitimate interests — for basic site analytics, security, and responding to inquiries (our interest in running a useful, spam-free blog doesn’t override your rights).

•  Contract — if you submit something expecting a reply.

We always aim to balance things fairly.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies (small text files) and similar tools to make the site work better. This could include:

•  Essential cookies for site navigation and security.

•  Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to see popular posts like Semana Santa guides or coastal town spotlights.

Most browsers let you manage or block cookies—check your settings. Note: blocking may limit some features.

We don’t use aggressive ad tracking or sell your data.

  1. Sharing Your Information

We don’t sell, rent, or trade your personal info. We may share it only in limited cases:

•  With trusted service providers who help us run things (e.g., email platform like Mailchimp for newsletters, hosting provider, or analytics tools). They must protect your data and only use it for our purposes.

•  If required by law, to respond to legal requests, or to protect rights/safety.

•  In the unlikely event of a business transfer (e.g., site sale)—your data would transfer with the same protections.

  1. International Transfers

The site is hosted/managed in [insert location, e.g., EU/Spain or wherever your host is]. If data goes outside the EU/EEA (e.g., to US-based tools like Google), we use safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses or rely on adequacy decisions/privacy shields where applicable.

  1. How Long We Keep Your Data

•  Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete.

•  Contact form messages: Only as long as needed to respond (usually deleted after a few months unless needed for follow-up).

•  Logs/analytics: Aggregated data kept for up to 26 months (or per provider defaults); personal identifiers minimized.

We delete or anonymize data when it’s no longer needed.

  1. Your Rights (Especially Under GDPR)

If you’re in the EU/UK, you have rights including:

•  Access, correct, or delete your data.

•  Restrict or object to processing.

•  Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).

•  Data portability (get a copy in a common format).

•  Lodge a complaint with your data protection authority (e.g., AEPD in Spain).

To exercise these, email us—we’ll respond within one month (free of charge, unless requests are excessive).

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our site isn’t aimed at children under 16. We don’t knowingly collect data from kids. If we learn we’ve got such data, we’ll delete it.

  1. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your info (secure hosting, limited access, etc.). No system is 100% secure, but we do our best.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as the blog evolves or laws change. Check the “Last updated” date at the top. Significant changes? We’ll notify via newsletter or site notice.

  1. Contact Us

Questions, requests, or just want to chat about privacy? Reach out:

•  Email: jo@sunseasolutions.com

•  Via the contact form on the website.

Thanks for being part of the SunSeaSangria community—here’s to more sun-soaked adventures and zero privacy headaches! 🌞🌊🍷