Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 May 2026

1. Who we are

This website is operated by Álvaro Abreu, an independent digital publisher based in Brazil, trading under the name Álvaro Abreu Independent Studio.

Our websites covered by this policy are:

Contact: support@alvaroabreu.com

2. What data we collect

2.1 Data you provide directly

When you purchase an ebook, your name, email address, and payment details are collected and processed by our payment processor, Kiwify. We do not store your payment card details on our servers.

2.2 Data collected automatically (with your consent)

If you accept cookies via our consent banner, the following data may be collected:

If you decline cookies, none of the above data is collected. Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics, and Google AdSense scripts are not loaded until you explicitly click "Accept" on the consent banner.

2.3 Cookieless analytics

Our main site (www.alvaroabreu.com) uses Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service that does not use cookies, does not collect personal data, and does not track users across sites. Plausible is compliant with GDPR, LGPD, PECR, and CCPA without requiring consent. Plausible data policy.

3. Legal basis for processing

Processing activityLegal basis
Analytics cookies (GA4)Consent (opt-in via cookie banner)
Advertising cookies (AdSense)Consent (opt-in via cookie banner)
Payment processing (Kiwify)Performance of a contract (purchase)
Cookieless analytics (Plausible)Legitimate interest (no personal data)
Responding to enquiriesLegitimate interest / consent

4. Cookies and tracking

We use a consent-first approach: no tracking cookies are placed on your device unless you actively click "Accept" on our cookie banner.

Cookies set after consent

CookieProviderPurposeDuration
_ga, _ga_*Google AnalyticsDistinguish users, session trackingUp to 2 years
Various ad cookiesGoogle AdSenseServe and measure advertisingVaries (up to 2 years)

Local storage

KeyPurposeDuration
stu-consentStores your cookie preference ("yes" or "no")Persistent until cleared
stu-themeStores your light/dark theme preferencePersistent until cleared

Managing your preferences

You can change your cookie preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for our domains, or by clicking "Cookie preferences" in the footer of any page. Your browser settings also allow you to block or delete cookies.

5. Third-party services

ServiceProviderPurposePrivacy policy
Google Tag ManagerGoogle LLCTag management (loads GA4 + AdSense)Link
Google Analytics 4Google LLCWebsite analyticsLink
Google AdSenseGoogle LLCDisplay advertisingLink
Plausible AnalyticsPlausible Insights OÜCookieless web analyticsLink
KiwifyKiwify Tecnologia LtdaPayment processing and product deliveryLink
VercelVercel Inc.Website hostingLink

6. Data retention

7. Your rights

Under UK GDPR (if you are in the United Kingdom)

You have the right to:

You can also lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): ico.org.uk.

Under LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados — Brazil)

If you are in Brazil, you have equivalent rights under the LGPD (Law 13.709/2018), including:

You can also lodge a complaint with the ANPD (Autoridade Nacional de Proteção de Dados): gov.br/anpd.

How to exercise your rights

Email us at support@alvaroabreu.com with the subject line "Data rights request". We will respond within 30 days.

8. International transfers

Our websites are hosted on Vercel (servers in the US and globally). Google Analytics and AdSense data is processed by Google LLC in the United States under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs). Kiwify processes payment data in Brazil. By using our sites and accepting cookies, you acknowledge these transfers.

9. Children

Our products and services are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Material changes will be highlighted on our website.

11. Contact

For any questions about this privacy policy or your personal data:

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