Last updated: 2025-08-31
At Lisbon.com, operated by Lisbon Media (a company incorporated in the European Union), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under applicable privacy laws.
By using this website, you agree to the practices outlined below.
1. Who We Are
Lisbon.com is a curated editorial platform operated by Lisbon Media, based in the European Union. We produce thoughtful content about life in Lisbon and may recommend products or services through editorial partnerships and affiliate programs.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Email address – when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Optional data – such as your name or country, if you choose to provide it
- Usage data – including pages visited, IP address, device/browser type, referral source
- Affiliate activity – interactions with referral links (tracked via third-party platforms)
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, political, or biometric information).
3. Why We Collect Your Data
We use your data to:
- Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)
- Personalize or segment communications (e.g., by country or name)
- Understand visitor behavior and improve site content
- Track performance of affiliate partnerships
- Prevent abuse or unauthorized access
We do not sell or rent your data. We do not use your data for automated profiling or decision-making.
4. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Tracking
Some of our content includes affiliate or referral links. If you click one of these links, a third-party partner (such as a booking or real estate platform) may track that referral and attribute a commission to us.
This process is handled entirely by the third-party site. Any data they collect is subject to their own privacy policies. Referral tracking typically includes anonymized click or browser behavior, but does not identify you personally.
5. Newsletter and Emails
We use Mailchimp, a GDPR-compliant email service provider, to manage and deliver our newsletters. When you subscribe, your email address is securely stored. If you voluntarily provide your name or country, we may use it to personalize content.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
6. Analytics and Aggregated Data
To improve our content and user experience, we collect aggregated, anonymized analytics data. This includes information such as:
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on site
- Browser or device type
- Country-level location (not precise)
We may use services like:
- Google Analytics
- Automattic (Jetpack) if WordPress tools are active
This data does not identify you individually.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Union, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, email us at: [email protected]
8. Data Security and Retention
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse. Your data is retained only as long as needed for the purposes described above. You can request deletion of your data at any time.
9. Third-Party Services
We may work with trusted third-party services that process data on our behalf, including:
- Mailchimp – email marketing
- Google Analytics – site analytics
- Affiliate networks and platforms – referral tracking
- Automattic – for stats or WordPress-based tools (if active)
Each of these services is responsible for their own GDPR compliance.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by the “Last updated” date above. Continued use of the site after changes implies acceptance of the updated terms.
11. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, you can contact us at:
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🕊️ Summary for Humans
We collect the minimum amount of personal data needed to run Lisbon.com responsibly. If you sign up for our newsletter, we store your email. If you click affiliate links, we may earn a commission via third-party platforms. We never sell your data, and we are committed to protecting your privacy.
