At Viva o Clique Magazine, we deeply value the privacy and protection of the personal data of our readers, contributors, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains in a transparent way how we collect, use, store, and safeguard the information entrusted to us, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation EU 2016/679).

1. Data We Collect

We may collect personal information voluntarily provided by users, such as:

• First and last name

• Email address

• Date of birth

• Phone number

• Information submitted through participation forms, contests, or portfolio submissions

In addition, we may automatically collect certain technical browsing data, such as IP address, browser type, and visited pages, through cookies and similar technologies.

2. Purpose of Data Use

Collected data is used to:

• Manage newsletter subscriptions and editorial communications

• Process article, image, or other content submissions

• Improve user experience on the website and optimize our services

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

• Produce internal statistics on audience and reach, without individually identifying users

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Processing of personal data is always based on one of the following grounds:

• The user’s explicit consent

• Execution of a contract or pre-contractual procedures (e.g., submission of content for publication)

• Compliance with legal obligations

• The legitimate interest of the magazine in developing and improving its services

4. Data Storage and Security

All data is stored on secure servers, protected by appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent loss, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

5. Data Sharing

We do not share personal data with third parties, except:

• When necessary for the operation of external services (e.g., newsletter platforms, payment processors, or hosting providers), always in compliance with GDPR

• When required by law or by competent authorities

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to improve navigation and understand how the website is used.
Users can accept or refuse non-essential cookies via the consent banner displayed when accessing the site.

7. User Rights

Under GDPR, users have the right to:

• Access, rectify, or delete their personal data

• Restrict or object to the processing of their data

• Request the portability of their data to another controller

• Withdraw consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing

• File a complaint with the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD)

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We recommend checking this page regularly to stay informed of any changes.

9. Contact

For questions, requests, or to exercise your rights regarding personal data, please contact us at:
📧 contato@vivaoclique.com