Privacy Policy

At coyyn.it.com, we treat your data with the same rigor we apply to financial analysis. We don't sell your personal information. We don't build shadow profiles for ad networks. We operate as an independent educational resource, and our privacy practices reflect that independence.

This policy explains exactly what data we collect, why we collect it, how we store it, and who has access to it. If you're looking for a vague promise of "security," look elsewhere. We provide specific technical details so you can make an informed decision about using our site.

1. Who We Are

coyyn.it.com is an independent knowledge hub covering digital banking, cryptocurrency, rare coins, and the gig economy. We are not a bank, a crypto exchange, or a coin dealer. We do not have customers in the traditional sense; we have readers.

We are legally distinct from coyyn.com, businesscoyyn.com, coyyn.net, and coyyyn.com. We have no corporate affiliation with those entities. Any data you share with us stays with us. It is not shared with commercial platforms using similar names.

Contact for Privacy Requests:

Email: info@coyyn.it.com

2. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: data you voluntarily provide and data automatically generated by your browser.

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

You only give us this data if you choose to interact with specific features.

  • Newsletter Sign-ups: When you subscribe to the Coyyn Weekly, we collect your email address and first name. We use this solely to send you our weekly digest. We do not rent or sell this list. Our email provider is [Insert Provider, e.g., ConvertKit/Mailchimp], which complies with GDPR and CCPA standards.
  • Contact Forms: If you reach out via our contact page, press inquiry form, or tips line, we collect your name, email address, and the message content. We retain these records for 12 months for customer service and editorial reference, then delete them unless legal obligations require longer retention.
  • Comments: If you comment on articles, we collect your name, email, website (optional), and comment text. We display your name and comment publicly. Your email remains private.

B. Information Automatically Collected

Like most websites, we collect technical data to ensure site performance and security. This data is generally anonymized or aggregated.

  • Log Files: Our servers record standard internet log information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and time of visit. We use this to detect DDoS attacks, troubleshoot server errors, and analyze traffic patterns. We retain raw logs for 30 days before aggregation.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to remember your preferences (such as dark mode settings) and to analyze site usage.
    • Essential Cookies: Required for the site to function (e.g., session management). These cannot be disabled.
    • Analytics Cookies: We use [Insert Tool, e.g., Google Analytics 4 / Plausible] to understand which guides are most helpful. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
    • Advertising Cookies: [If applicable: We use third-party ad networks like Google AdSense. These partners may set cookies to serve relevant ads. You can opt out via their respective privacy controls.]

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for specific, limited purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To send you the newsletter you requested or respond to your inquiry.
  • Site Improvement: To identify broken links, slow-loading pages, or popular topics. For example, if we see high drop-off rates on our Coyyn Rare Coins Value Guide, we investigate whether the page load time is too slow.
  • Security: To prevent fraud, spam, and malicious attacks. We monitor for unusual login attempts or bot traffic that could compromise site integrity.
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or court orders.

We do not use your data to:

  • Sell products to you directly.
  • Share with data brokers.
  • Build psychological profiles for targeted advertising beyond basic contextual relevance.

4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. However, we rely on trusted third-party providers to operate the site. Each provider has its own privacy policy, which you should review.

Service Provider Purpose Data Shared Location
[Hosting Provider, e.g., AWS/Cloudflare]Site hosting and CDNIP address, request logsUS/EU
[Email Provider, e.g., ConvertKit]Newsletter deliveryEmail address, nameUS
[Analytics Tool, e.g., Google Analytics]Traffic analysisAnonymized IP, device info, behaviorGlobal
[Ad Network, if applicable]Display advertisingCookie ID, browsing contextGlobal

We require all processors to sign Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) compliant with GDPR and CCPA. We do not allow these providers to use your data for their own marketing purposes.

5. International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in [Insert Country, e.g., the United States]. If you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or other regions with strict data protection laws, please note that your data will be transferred to and processed in the US.

We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission to ensure adequate protection for EU user data. We also implement technical safeguards such as encryption in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you have specific rights regarding your personal data.

For All Users

  • Opt-Out of Marketing: Every newsletter email includes an "Unsubscribe" link. Clicking it removes you from our list immediately.
  • Cookie Control: You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies may break site functionality.

For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect.
  • Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell data).
  • Non-discrimination for exercising these rights.

For EU/UK Residents (GDPR/UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten").
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

For Other Regions

Many countries have similar data protection laws. We aim to extend these rights globally where technically feasible. If you have questions about your local rights, contact us.

7. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary.

  • Newsletter Subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe. Inactive subscribers (no opens/clicks for 12 months) are automatically removed to maintain list hygiene.
  • Contact Form Submissions: Retained for 12 months, then deleted.
  • Server Logs: Raw IP logs retained for 30 days for security, then aggregated/anonymized.
  • Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default) before automatic deletion.

8. Security Measures

We take security seriously. Financial topics attract bad actors, so we defend our infrastructure aggressively.

  • Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our site is encrypted via HTTPS (TLS 1.3).
  • Access Controls: Only authorized editorial and technical staff have access to user data. We enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all admin accounts.
  • Regular Audits: We perform quarterly security scans to identify vulnerabilities in our CMS and plugins.

No Sensitive Data Storage: We never ask for or store credit card numbers, social security numbers, private keys, or seed phrases. If anyone claiming to be from Coyyn asks for this, it is a scam.

9. Children's Privacy

Our content is intended for adults interested in finance, investing, and business. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or 16 in the EU/UK). If we discover we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will post a notice on our homepage and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: info@coyyn.it.com