Effective Date: December 24, 2025
Website: dietoclock.com (“Website”)
Owner/Operator: Diet O’Clock (“we,” “us,” “our”)
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit or interact with dietoclock.com. By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Policy.
1) Information We Collect
A) Information You Provide to Us
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to a newsletter, leaving a comment, or contacting us)
- Comment content and any information included in your message
- Any other information you choose to submit through forms on the Website
B) Information Collected Automatically
When you browse the Website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address (which may be anonymized depending on configuration)
- Device type, browser type, operating system
- Referring/exit pages, pages viewed, time spent, clickstream data
- Approximate location (derived from IP)
- Cookies and similar tracking data (see Section 6)
2) How We Use Your Information
We use information to:
- Operate and maintain the Website
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Send newsletters or updates you request (you can opt out anytime)
- Monitor and analyze traffic and usage trends
- Improve content, site performance, and user experience
- Detect, prevent, and address security issues, fraud, or abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
3) Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK Users)
If you are located in the EEA or UK, we process personal data under one or more legal bases:
- Consent (e.g., optional cookies, newsletter signups)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics, security, improving the Website)
- Contractual necessity (e.g., if you request a service we provide)
- Legal obligation (e.g., compliance with applicable laws)
4) How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information in the ordinary sense. We may share information in these cases:
A) Service Providers
We may share information with vendors who help run the Website (e.g., web hosting, analytics, email delivery, spam prevention). They are authorized to use information only as necessary to provide services to us.
Examples may include:
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp / Brevo / ConvertKit)
- Comment/spam tools (e.g., Akismet)
- Advertising networks (if used)
B) Advertising and Affiliate Partners
If we use advertising networks and affiliate programs, they may collect information via cookies or similar technologies for analytics and ad measurement, and (where applicable) personalized advertising.
C) Legal and Safety
We may disclose information if required to do so by law or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect our rights and property
- Protect users or the public
- Prevent fraud or security issues
D) Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or asset sale, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5) Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or opt in to receive emails:
- We will send emails according to what you signed up for
- You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email (or by contacting us)
- We may track email engagement (e.g., opens/clicks) if our email provider offers this feature
6) Cookies and Tracking Technologies
A) What Cookies Are
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function and remember preferences. We may also use pixels, tags, and similar tracking technologies.
B) Types of Cookies We May Use
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site operation
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how the site is used
- Advertising cookies: Used by ad partners to measure performance and (where permitted) personalize ads
- Functionality cookies: Remember user preferences
C) Your Choices
You can control cookies through:
- Browser settings (block or delete cookies)
- Device settings (for mobile)
- Cookie consent banner/settings (if implemented)
Blocking cookies may affect site functionality.
7) Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
8) Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including:
- For legitimate business needs
- To comply with legal obligations
- To resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and why it was collected.
9) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10) Children’s Privacy
The Website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us and we will take steps to remove it.
11) Your Privacy Rights
A) EEA/UK Rights
If you are in the EEA/UK, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
B) Other Regions (General Rights)
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may also have rights to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information.
To exercise rights, contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.
12) International Data Transfers
If you access the Website from outside the country where we operate, your information may be transferred to and processed in other countries where data protection laws may differ. We take steps designed to ensure appropriate safeguards where required.
13) “Do Not Track” Signals
Some browsers transmit “Do Not Track” signals. Because there is no universal standard for responding to such signals, we do not respond to them consistently at this time.
14) Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.
15) Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: support@dietoclock.com