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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 22 June 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how AdriaForum(“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, shares and protects information when you visit https://blog.adriaforum.com. By using the site you agree to the practices described here. You do not need to create an account to read our articles.

Information we collect

We collect the following categories of information:

  • Server and log data: your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring/exit pages, the pages you view, and the date and time of your visit.
  • Device and online identifiers: device identifiers, cookie IDs and similar advertising identifiers, screen/viewport details and general usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
  • Approximate and precise location: approximate location derived from your IP address and, where you grant permission and our advertising partners use it, precise (GPS-level) location.
  • Usage and interaction data: how you navigate and interact with content and ads, used for analytics and measurement.
  • Information you provide: details you voluntarily submit, for example when you contact us or complete a form (such as a name and email address).

Cookies and similar technologies

Cookies are small files stored on your device. We and our partners use cookies and similar technologies in these categories:

  • Essential cookies — required for the site to function and to remember your cookie choices. These are always on.
  • Analytics cookies — help us measure traffic and understand how the site is used.
  • Advertising cookies — used by third-party ad vendors (see below) to deliver, personalize, frequency-cap and measure ads, and to help detect fraud and abuse.

You can control non-essential cookies at any time using the Cookie settings link in the footer, and through your browser settings. For full detail, see our Cookie Policy.

Third-party advertising

AdriaForum is supported by advertising. We use Google AdSense and its partners to serve ads. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies and device identifiers to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.

  • Google's use of advertising cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) enables it and its partners to serve personalized ads to you.
  • Where you do not consent to personalized advertising, we request non-personalized ads, which still use cookies for frequency capping, aggregated reporting and fraud prevention.
  • Third-party advertisers may collect IP address, device identifiers and location data to deliver and measure advertising.

How we use information and why

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • to operate, maintain and improve the website;
  • to measure traffic and the performance of our content;
  • to deliver, personalize and measure advertising;
  • for security, fraud detection and abuse prevention;
  • to respond to your enquiries; and
  • to comply with legal obligations.

Legal bases (EEA/UK)

Where the GDPR or UK GDPR applies, we rely on: consent for advertising and non-essential cookies (which you can withdraw at any time); and our legitimate interests in operating, securing and improving the site. Where we rely on legitimate interests, we balance them against your rights.

How we share information

We do not sell your personal information for money. We share data with service providers and advertising partners (such as Google) who process it on our behalf or as independent controllers for the advertising purposes described above, and we may disclose information where required by law or to protect our rights.

Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

  • Server/log data: typically up to 14 months.
  • Analytics data: retained in aggregate, generally up to 14 months.
  • Your cookie-consent record: up to 12 months, after which we ask again.
  • Information you submit (e.g. contact or form data): up to 24 months after our last interaction, unless a longer period is required by law.

Advertising partners retain advertising-related data according to their own retention policies.

Your rights and choices (opt-out)

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict or object to the processing of your personal data, to withdraw consent, and to data portability. To exercise these rights, contact us via our contact page.

You can also control advertising and cookies directly:

  • Use the Cookie settings link in our footer to change your choice at any time.
  • Manage Google ad personalization at Google Ads Settings.
  • Opt out of third-party vendor cookies at aboutads.info and youronlinechoices.eu.
  • Adjust or block cookies through your browser settings.

International data transfers

Our providers and advertising partners may process data in countries outside your own, including the United States. Where required, such transfers rely on appropriate safeguards such as the European Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses.

Children's privacy

This site is not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will delete it.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will revise the “Last updated” date above, and significant changes may be highlighted on the site. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact us

For any privacy question or request, contact us at help@adriaforum.com or through our contact page.