Last updated: May 31, 2026
Welcome to Qivato. Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at https://qivato.com/ or interact with our content and services.
By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.
1. Information we collect
We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly, and information collected automatically when you use the Service.
Information you provide
- Newsletter subscription — when you subscribe to our newsletter via MailPoet (our email marketing service), we collect your email address and any name you choose to provide.
- Contact form — if you reach out via our contact page, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
- Comments — if you leave a comment on an article, we collect your name, email address, comment content, and IP address (per WordPress defaults).
Information collected automatically
- Usage data — pages visited, time spent, referring website, browser type, device type, approximate location based on IP.
- Cookies and similar technologies — see Section 3 below for full details.
- Server logs — standard web server logs (IP address, timestamp, requested URL) retained for security and troubleshooting purposes.
2. How we use your information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send newsletter emails with new articles, AI tool reviews, and growth insights (only if you subscribed via MailPoet)
- To respond to inquiries received through the contact form
- To display and moderate user comments
- To analyse aggregate usage patterns and improve content relevance
- To detect, prevent, and address security issues, abuse, or technical problems
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and analytics tools
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Service, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the Site. The specific categories of cookies in use:
- Essential cookies — required for core functionality (WordPress core, session management). Cannot be disabled without breaking the Service.
- Performance / caching cookies — set by our caching layer (LiteSpeed Cache) to deliver pages faster to repeat visitors.
- Analytics cookies — if enabled, these help us understand aggregated traffic patterns. We do not use cookies for cross-site advertising.
- Newsletter cookies — MailPoet may set a small cookie to manage subscription state.
You can disable or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may prevent the Service from functioning properly.
4. Data sharing and disclosure
We share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- With service providers who help us operate the Service (hosting provider, email delivery via MailPoet, analytics providers). These parties only process data on our behalf and under data-processing agreements.
- For legal reasons — to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other lawful request, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
- In a business transfer — if Qivato is acquired or merges with another entity, your data may transfer to the new owner under the same privacy commitments.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
5. Data retention and security
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, or as required by law. Newsletter subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe. Contact form messages are retained for up to 24 months.
We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including HTTPS encryption, secure hosting infrastructure, and regular security updates. However, no online service is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
For EU/EEA, UK, and Switzerland residents (GDPR / UK GDPR)
- Right of access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to rectification — correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”) — request deletion of your data
- Right to restrict processing — limit how we use your data
- Right to data portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to object — object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing
- Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
For U.S. residents (CCPA / CPRA)
- Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and disclosed
- Right to delete personal information held by us
- Right to correct inaccurate personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
For Canadian residents (PIPEDA)
- Right to access your personal information
- Right to correct inaccuracies
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We respond within 30 days.
7. International data transfers
Qivato is operated globally and our service providers may be located outside your country of residence. When personal data is transferred internationally, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place — such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) for EU data — to protect your information.
8. Third-party links
Our content frequently references third-party AI tools, SaaS platforms, and software providers. Some of these may be affiliate links — see our Disclaimer for full details. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit through our links.
9. AI-assisted content
Some content on Qivato is created with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools. All AI-assisted content is reviewed and edited by our team before publication. AI tools do not access your personal data; they are used purely for content drafting, editing, and image generation. For full transparency on AI usage, see our Disclaimer.
10. Children’s privacy
The Service is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected] and we will delete it promptly.
11. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and, where required, notify subscribers via email or a prominent notice on the Service.
Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
12. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
- By email: [email protected]
- By visiting this page on our website: https://qivato.com/contact