Effective Date: 23 July 2025
Last Updated: 23 July 2025
Policy ID: LA-PP-2025-v1
At Letras Ausentes Unipessoal Lda (“we”, “our”, or “us”), we are committed to respecting and safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy & Cookie Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit https://letrasausentes.com, subscribe to our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us.
We operate in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including:
By using our website, you consent to the processing of your data in accordance with this policy.
Letras Ausentes Unipessoal Lda
Portugal
Email: privacy [at] letrasausentes.com
Website: https://letrasausentes.com
We collect personal data that you provide directly, including:
Newsletter requests are received via secure internal email. We do not use third-party mailing platforms such as Mailchimp.
When you browse our website, we may collect technical information through cookies and analytics tools, including:
We use Google reCAPTCHA on our contact forms to prevent spam and abuse. reCAPTCHA may analyse behavioural data such as mouse movements, typing patterns, and time spent on the page. This data is processed in accordance with Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
We do not use browser fingerprinting, HTML5 local storage, or similar tracking methods beyond essential cookies and analytics.
Your personal data is used exclusively for the following purposes:
We do not sell, rent, or share your data with advertisers or data brokers. We do not process purchases or store billing data; all transactions take place through external retailers (e.g. Amazon).
We rely on the following lawful bases:
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link in our communications.
a) EU/EEA Residents (GDPR):
You have the right to:
You have the right to:
This site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If a child has submitted data, please contact us for prompt deleti
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
Our website may include links to third-party platforms (e.g. Amazon, Apple Books). These sites have their own privacy policies and practices, which we do not control. We recommend reviewing their terms before submitting personal data or making purchases.
Some of our service providers (e.g. Google) may store or process your data in jurisdictions outside your country. Where required under GDPR, we apply safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure adequate protection.
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to secure your data, including:
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we do our best to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to support functionality and improve your browsing experience.
We use the following types:
Third-party cookies may be placed by:
We do not use cookies for advertising, behavioural profiling, or remarketing.
Cookies may persist for up to 26 months. You can manage or delete cookies in your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
We use an EU-compliant cookie consent banner. You may accept or reject non-essential cookies on your first visit. Essential cookies are always enabled.
We implement appropriate technical and or You may:
We respond to all valid requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
By using our website, you acknowledge that your personal data may be processed in Portugal and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. We ensure that such processing is subject to appropriate legal protections.
We do not engage in automated profiling or decision-making that has legal or similarly significant effects.
In the unlikely event of a data breach that could pose a risk to your rights or freedoms, we will notify affected individuals and the relevant supervisory authority as required under GDPR or applicable legislation.
This Privacy & Cookie Policy is governed by the laws of Portugal and the European Union. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Portuguese courts.
You agree not to use this website for any unlawful or harmful activities, including but not limited to scraping content, attempting unauthorised access, launching automated queries, introducing malware, or bypassing security measures. Any misuse may result in access restrictions and legal action.
We are committed to making our website accessible to all users, regardless of ability. If you experience any difficulty accessing content or require assistance, please contact us at privacy [at] letrasausentes.com.
In the event of any inconsistencies between translated versions of this Privacy & Cookie Policy, the English version shall prevail.
To make a request, file a complaint, or ask any question regarding our privacy practices, please contact:
Letras Ausentes Unipessoal Lda
Email: privacy [at] letrasausentes.com
Subject: Privacy/Data Request
Website: https://letrasausentes.com