[PRIVACY POLICY]

Witty Computer

Last Updated: October 15, 2025
Website: https://witty.computer
Contact: hello@witty.computer

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how Witty Computer (“We,” “Us,” “Our,” or “Company”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our services, website, and digital platforms.

By using Witty Computer’s services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. For information about our service terms, conditions, and usage policies, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
  • Business Information: Company name, business type, website details, and project descriptions
  • Account Information: Login credentials, account preferences, and profile details
  • Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely through third-party payment processors—we do not store full credit card numbers)
  • Communications: Emails, support tickets, inquiries, feedback, and other correspondence
  • Project Details: Specifications, requirements, preferences, content, images, and materials you provide for website development or workshops

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website or use our services, we automatically collect:

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral source, and navigation patterns
  • Server Logs: Access logs, error logs, and performance metrics
  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies (see Section 2.3)
  • Analytics Data: Information about how you interact with our website and services

2.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login information
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Improve our services and website functionality
  • Deliver targeted content and advertisements
  • Prevent fraud and enhance security

You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may limit functionality. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

2.4 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

  • Domain registrars and hosting providers
  • Payment processors and financial institutions
  • Analytics and marketing partners
  • Other service providers assisting with service delivery

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: Providing, maintaining, and improving our web hosting, website building, domain registration, and workshop services
  • Account Management: Creating and managing your account, processing payments, and sending service-related communications
  • Customer Support: Responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and providing technical assistance
  • Communication: Sending updates, newsletters, promotional materials, and other information (with your consent where required)
  • Analytics & Improvement: Understanding how you use our services and website to enhance functionality and user experience
  • Security & Fraud Prevention: Detecting, preventing, and addressing fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Legal Compliance: Complying with legal obligations, court orders, and regulatory requirements
  • Business Operations: Managing billing, invoicing, collections, and general business administration
  • Marketing: Creating aggregated, anonymized data for marketing research and analysis

4. Sharing Your Information

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering services, including:

  • Domain Registrars: Namecheap, GoDaddy, NameSilo, and other ICANN-accredited registrars (they may process domain registration and WHOIS information)
  • Payment Processors: Credit card processors, payment gateways, and financial institutions
  • Email Service Providers: Email hosting and communication platforms
  • Web Hosting & Cloud Infrastructure: Server hosting providers and cloud storage services
  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and other website analytics tools
  • Communication Tools: Project management and customer support platforms
  • Legal & Accounting Services: Auditors, attorneys, and financial advisors as needed

These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and are required to maintain appropriate security measures.

4.2 Business Transfers

If Witty Computer is acquired, merges with another company, or sells substantially all of its assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.

4.3 Legal Compliance & Law Enforcement

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, subpoena, or government request. We may also disclose information when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with applicable law or legal process
  • Enforce our Terms & Conditions
  • Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • Protect against fraud or security threats
  • Protect the rights, safety, and property of our users and the public

4.4 Consent-Based Sharing

We will not share your personal information for purposes other than those outlined in this Policy without obtaining your explicit consent, except as required or permitted by law.

5. Your Data & Privacy Rights

5.1 Access to Your Information

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of your data in a commonly used, machine-readable format.

5.2 Correction & Updates

You may request that we correct inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information. You can update much of your information directly through your account if available, or by contacting us.

5.3 Deletion & Right to Be Forgotten

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as where we are required by law to retain the information or where retention is necessary to fulfill our obligations to you). Upon your request, we will delete your information unless legal or contractual obligations require us to retain it.

5.4 Opt-Out of Communications

You may opt out of receiving promotional emails, newsletters, and marketing communications by:

  • Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any marketing email
  • Updating your account preferences
  • Contacting us at hello@witty.computer with your request

Please note that you cannot opt out of service-related communications (account updates, billing information, etc.).

5.5 Data Portability

You have the right to request your information in a portable, structured format that you can transfer to another service provider.

5.6 Withdraw Consent

If you have consented to specific processing of your information, you may withdraw that consent at any time by contacting us. Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

5.7 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

  • Email: hello@witty.computer
  • Website: https://witty.computer

Please include sufficient information to identify yourself (name, email, account details) and clearly state your request. We will respond within 30 days, or as required by applicable law. We may request additional information to verify your identity before processing your request.

6. Data Security

6.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, and destruction. These measures include:

  • SSL/TLS Encryption: Secure HTTPS connections for data transmission
  • Secure Servers: Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular security updates
  • Access Controls: Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Employee Training: Staff trained in data protection and privacy practices
  • Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing

6.2 Limitations of Security

While we implement comprehensive security measures, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, hacking, or data breaches. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and account information.

6.3 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, we will notify you as soon as practicable and in accordance with applicable law. Notifications will include information about the breach, the types of information affected, and steps you can take to protect yourself.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide you with our services
  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
  • Maintain accurate business records

Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose of processing. For example:

  • Account information is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period afterward
  • Payment and billing information is retained in accordance with tax and accounting requirements
  • Website usage analytics may be retained for up to 26 months
  • Backup and archived data may be retained longer in accordance with our backup procedures

After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your information unless legal obligations require longer retention.

8. Third-Party Links & Services

Our website and services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, and services (such as domain registrars, payment processors, social media platforms, etc.). This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through Witty Computer’s services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing your information. Your use of third-party services is governed by their terms and policies, not ours.

9. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the jurisdiction where Witty Computer operates, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in other countries. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your country of origin.

If you are in the European Union or another jurisdiction with strict data transfer requirements, we implement appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your information during international transfers.

10. Children’s Privacy

Witty Computer’s services are not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete such information and terminate the child’s account.

For individuals between 13 and 18, parental consent may be required depending on applicable law. If you are under 18, please do not use our services without parental or guardian permission.

11. California & US State Privacy Rights

11.1 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared
  • Right to delete personal information collected
  • Right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@witty.computer.

11.2 Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)

If you are a Virginia resident, similar rights apply under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act regarding access, correction, deletion, and opt-out of certain uses of your personal information.

12. European Union & GDPR

12.1 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including:

  • Right of access to your personal data
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling

We process your information based on one or more lawful bases, including:

  • Consent: Where you have explicitly consented to processing
  • Contract: Where processing is necessary to perform our contract with you
  • Legal Obligation: Where processing is required by law
  • Legitimate Interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

You may contact our Data Protection Officer or submit requests at hello@witty.computer.

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. Updates will be effective upon posting to our website. We will notify you of material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Policy.

Your continued use of our services following changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, would like to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us:

Witty Computer
Email: hello@witty.computer
Website: https://witty.computer

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days, or as required by applicable law.

15. Additional Resources

Last Updated: October 15, 2025

By using Witty Computer’s services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.