Privacy Policy
Last Updated: Sep- 2025
TECHTAOTAO was founded in 2025 by Shivam Preet Shakya to bring technology closer to people with love, trust, and responsibility. Our mission is to provide trustworthy, research-driven, and practical technology content, while ensuring that your right to data privacy is fully respected.
Our website provides:
- Technology News & Updates
- How-to Guides & Tutorials
- Product Reviews & Comparisons
- Tech Tips & Tricks
- Software & App Recommendations
- SEO & Digital Marketing Content
- Video & Multimedia Integration
- Community Interaction
- Affiliate & Monetization Services
- Live Classes & Online Workshops
- Website Design & Maintenance
- Software Development & Services
- Partnerships with Service Providers
By accessing our services, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information that helps us deliver services effectively and securely. The type of data depends on how you interact with our site.
a) Personal Information
When you voluntarily provide it, such as during registration, subscriptions, or purchases:
- Full name, email address, and contact details
- Account login details for community access
- Payment details for workshops or services
- Communication history (emails, messages, support tickets)
b) Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected through analytics and browsing activity:
- Device type, IP address, browser version, operating system
- Pages visited, time spent, clicks, navigation behavior
- Referring sources such as search engines or external sites
c) Service-Specific Data
- Newsletter subscriptions and preferences
- SEO and marketing engagement data
- Affiliate link clicks and conversions
- Participation in live classes and workshops
- Community interactions (posts, comments, discussions)
How We Use Your Information
We use collected data in compliance with international data protection regulations, including GDPR and CCPA:
- Delivering technology news, tutorials, and reviews
- Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional offers (with consent)
- Improving personalization, site speed, and user experience
- Processing secure payments and transactions
- Ensuring legal compliance and fulfilling obligations
- Preventing fraud, spam, and unauthorized access
- Responding to user inquiries and providing customer support
Legal Basis for Data Processing
Under GDPR, we process data using the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you subscribe, register, or accept cookies.
- Contractual Necessity: To provide requested services.
- Legitimate Interest: Improving services and preventing fraud.
- Legal Obligation: When required by tax, legal, or compliance laws.
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance browsing and personalization.
Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: Required for login, navigation, and security
- Performance Cookies: Monitor usage and analytics
- Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant ads and affiliate promotions
- Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but certain features may not function properly without them.
Data Sharing & Third Parties
We never sell your personal information. Limited sharing occurs with trusted service providers:
- Affiliate networks (for product promotions)
- Payment gateways (for secure transactions)
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics, etc.)
- Hosting and technical partners
All partners are contractually bound to safeguard your data.
Data Security & Storage
We protect your information with industry best practices:
- SSL encryption for browsing and payments
- Regular security audits
- Restricted access to sensitive data
- Encrypted databases for data storage
No system is 100% secure, but we continuously improve our safeguards.
International Transfers
Since TECHTAOTAO serves a global audience, your data may be stored or processed outside your country, in compliance with GDPR Standard Contractual Clauses and international safeguards.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for users aged 13+. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If a child has shared personal data, please contact us for immediate removal.
User Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Correct or update inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent
- Opt out of marketing emails
Submit requests to info@techtaotao.com. We respond within 30 days.
Affiliate & Monetization
Our monetization methods include affiliate links, sponsored content, and advertising. Clicking on affiliate links may earn us commissions, but at no extra cost to you. Sponsored content will always be clearly disclosed.
SEO & Marketing Data
We use analytics and marketing platforms for improving content and services, such as:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Facebook Pixel
- Email marketing platforms
All data is anonymized wherever possible.
Community Interaction
When you engage in forums, workshops, or comment sections:
- Your contributions may be public
- We moderate inappropriate content
- We are not responsible for voluntary disclosures
External Links
Our site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal data.
Social Media
We maintain active profiles on:
Interactions on these platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies.
GDPR Compliance
If you are an EU resident, you have specific rights under GDPR, including:
- Right to access, rectify, and erase data
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
CCPA Compliance
California residents have rights under CCPA:
- Right to know what data we collect
- Right to request deletion
- Right to opt out of data sale (we do not sell data)
- Right to non-discrimination when exercising rights
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Data may be kept longer for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or fraud prevention. Once no longer necessary, data is permanently deleted or anonymized.
Dispute Resolution
Users agree to first resolve disputes via direct communication with us. If unresolved, disputes will follow applicable laws of India, where TECHTAOTAO is based.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal, service, or technological changes. Updates will be posted here, and significant changes may be notified via email or announcements.