Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how melhoresdicas.net (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit or interact with our website, including any English pages under /en/ (the “Site”).

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to this Policy.

1) What this Policy covers

This Policy covers:

Information we collect from visitors and how we use it
Cookies and similar technologies (including advertising cookies)
How advertising (including Google AdSense) works on the Site
Your choices and privacy rights

It does not cover third-party websites, apps, or services that may be linked from our pages.

2) Information we collect

2.1 Information you provide

We may collect information you choose to send us, such as:

Messages submitted through contact forms
Comments (if commenting is enabled)
Any details you include in your message (name, email address, and the content of your request)

You can choose not to provide certain information, but then you may not be able to use some features (for example, contacting us through the form).

2.2 Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, we (and our service providers/partners) may automatically collect:

Device and browser data (browser type, operating system, language)
Connection data (IP address, approximate location inferred from IP, network information)
Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, clicks, scrolling activity, referring/exit pages)
Log and security data (records used to detect abuse, spam, or attacks)

This data is generally used to operate the Site, maintain security, and understand what content is helpful.

3) Cookies and similar technologies

3.1 What cookies are

Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We may also use similar technologies (pixels, local storage, SDK-style identifiers) to provide, measure, and improve the Site.

3.2 Why we use cookies

Cookies may be used for:

Strictly necessary functions (security, load balancing, basic site operation)
Preferences (remembering settings)
Analytics (understanding traffic and site performance)
Advertising (showing ads, measuring performance, limiting frequency)

3.3 How to control cookies

You can control cookies in several ways:

Browser settings: block cookies, delete cookies, or set alerts
Device settings: limit ad tracking (on some mobile devices)
Where available on the Site: cookie/consent preferences tools

Blocking certain cookies may affect how the Site works.

4) How we use your information

We use information for purposes such as:

Operating and maintaining the Site
Improving content and user experience
Responding to your messages and requests
Measuring performance (what content performs well, page speed, usability)
Preventing fraud and abuse, maintaining security, and protecting users
Displaying advertising and measuring ad performance

5) Advertising (including Google AdSense)

5.1 Third-party advertising partners

We may display ads served by third-party partners, including Google (e.g., Google AdSense). These partners may use cookies or similar identifiers to:

Serve ads on this Site
Measure ad performance (e.g., impressions, clicks)
Limit how often you see the same ad
Detect invalid traffic and prevent fraud
Depending on settings and consent, show more relevant ads

5.2 Personalized vs. non-personalized ads

Depending on your region and your choices:

Personalized ads may be shown based on your interests and browsing activity.
Non-personalized ads may be shown based on contextual information (like the page topic) rather than a user profile.

Even non-personalized ads may use cookies/identifiers for basic functions like frequency capping, aggregated reporting, and fraud prevention.

5.3 Google’s data use and ad controls

Google provides information and controls related to advertising and data use:

How Google uses data from sites that use Google services:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
Google Ad personalization controls (“My Ad Center” / Ad Settings):
https://myadcenter.google.com/
Additional industry opt-out options (where available):
https://optout.aboutads.info/

6) Analytics and measurement

We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use the Site (for example, which pages are visited most, how users navigate, and page performance). These tools may use cookies or similar technologies.

Analytics helps us:

Improve content and usability
Diagnose technical problems
Make decisions about what to publish and update

7) When we share information

We do not sell personal information as a business model.

We may share information in limited circumstances:

Service providers
Companies that help us run the Site (hosting, security, analytics, email delivery). They are authorized to process data only to provide services to us.
Advertising partners
Ad networks and measurement partners may receive or collect device/usage identifiers through cookies or similar technologies to deliver and measure ads.
Legal and safety
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, and security (e.g., investigating abuse, fraud, or attacks).
Business transfer
If the Site is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, information may be transferred as part of that transaction. If this happens, we will take reasonable steps to ensure continued protection.

8) International transfers

Our service providers and advertising partners may process information in countries other than yours. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards (such as contractual measures) to protect data across borders.

9) Data retention

We keep information only for as long as reasonably necessary for:

The purposes described in this Policy
Security, fraud prevention, and system integrity
Legal compliance, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements

Retention varies depending on the type of information and how it is used.

10) Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no website can guarantee absolute security.

11) Your rights and choices

11.1 General choices

You can:

Control cookies via your browser/device settings
Use Google’s ad controls and opt-out tools (links in Section 5.3)

11.2 Privacy rights (may vary by location)

Depending on your jurisdiction (for example, the EU/UK under GDPR, or Brazil under LGPD), you may have rights such as:

Confirm whether we process personal data about you
Request access to your data
Request correction of inaccurate or outdated data
Request deletion of data (when applicable)
Request portability of certain data
Object to certain processing or request restriction
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To make a request, please use the contact form available on the Site. We may ask for additional information to verify your request and protect your privacy.

12) Children’s privacy

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not designed for collecting personal information from children. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data through our Site, please contact us via the Site’s contact form so we can take appropriate steps.

13) Third-party links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (for example, sources, services, or product pages). We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies directly.

14) “Do Not Track” signals

Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” (DNT) settings. There is no universal standard for DNT, and the Site may not respond to all DNT signals. You can still control cookies through your browser settings and, where available, consent tools.

15) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will publish the updated version on this page and update the “Effective date” at the top. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Policy.

16) Contact

For privacy questions, requests, or concerns, please contact us using the contact form on the Site.