Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Pneura (“the Site”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects information in connection with your use of pneura.info. Pneura is an independent educational resource presenting information about nutritional science and balanced dietary practices. This Site does not offer services, sell products, or process commercial transactions of any kind.
By accessing or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
This Site does not include contact forms, registration systems, account creation features, or any mechanism through which personal data is voluntarily submitted by users. No personally identifiable information is collected through direct user input.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain technical information may be recorded automatically by standard web server and hosting infrastructure. This may include:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address of the connecting device
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL (the page that directed you to this Site)
- Pages visited and time of visit
- Date and duration of the session
This information is retained in server log files in an aggregated and anonymised form. It is not linked to any individual identity and is used solely for the purpose of maintaining the technical operation and security of the Site.
2.3 Cookies
This Site uses only strictly necessary cookies that are required for basic site functionality. No tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party analytics cookies are deployed. For a detailed explanation of cookies used, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
3. How We Use Information
The limited technical information described in Section 2.2 is used exclusively for the following purposes:
- Ensuring the stable and secure operation of Site infrastructure
- Diagnosing technical errors and resolving system faults
- Understanding aggregate traffic patterns for the purposes of Site maintenance
- Compliance with applicable legal obligations in Chile
Information is not used for marketing, profiling, personalisation, or commercial targeting. It is not shared with advertisers, data brokers, or third-party commercial entities.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
To the extent that any processing of personal data occurs in connection with this Site, it is conducted on the following legal bases under Chilean Law No. 19,628 on the Protection of Private Life (and applicable amendments):
- Legitimate interest: Processing server log data for the security and operational integrity of the Site.
- Compliance with legal obligations: Retention of minimal data where required by applicable Chilean law or regulatory authorities.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Pneura does not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer personal information to third parties. Limited technical data may be accessible to:
- Hosting and infrastructure providers: Who process server logs as part of the provision of hosting services. These providers are bound by contractual obligations of confidentiality.
- Regulatory and legal authorities: Where disclosure is required by applicable law, court order, or governmental authority in Chile.
No data is transferred outside of Chile except as required by the operational infrastructure of hosting services, which may involve servers located in other jurisdictions. Where such transfers occur, they are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection requirements.
6. Data Retention
Server log data is retained for a maximum period of 90 days, after which it is automatically deleted or anonymised. No additional user data is retained beyond this period unless required by applicable law.
7. User Rights
Under Chilean Law No. 19,628 and applicable data protection regulations, individuals have the following rights with respect to their personal data:
- Right of access: The right to request information about what personal data, if any, is held about you.
- Right of rectification: The right to request correction of inaccurate personal data.
- Right of cancellation: The right to request deletion of personal data, subject to legal limitations.
- Right of opposition: The right to object to the processing of personal data in certain circumstances.
Given that this Site does not collect personally identifiable information beyond anonymised server logs, the practical exercise of these rights may be limited. To submit any request relating to personal data, please contact us at the details provided in Section 9.
8. Security
Pneura implements reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect any data processed in connection with the Site against unauthorised access, accidental loss, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. Users access the Site at their own risk.
9. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal data, please contact Pneura through the following channels:
- Address: Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 150, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- Telephone: +56 2 2381 9472
- Email: [email protected]
10. Changes to This Policy
Pneura reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Site following any amendments constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.