Privacy policy

Effective date: 21st November 2025

Algorithmic Auditing Inc. and Eticas Research and Consulting S.L. (“Eticas,” “us,” “we,” or “our“) operate the website https://eticas.ai/ (the “Site“).

The entity acting as data controller depends on your country of residence. For users in the United States the entity acting as data controller is Algorithmic Auditing Inc., EIN 93-2389783 and whose registered addressis 232 W 122ND ST Apt 3B, New York, NY 10027. For users in all other countries entity acting as data controller is Eticas Research and Consulting S.L., company number B86543188, and whose registered office is C/ Ferlandina 48, Bajo 08001 Barcelona, Spain.

We are committed to protecting your Personal Information and maintaining transparency in how we collect, use, and disclose such information through this Site.

This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information we receive from users of the Site. We collect and utilize your Personal Information solely for the purpose of providing and enhancing the Site’s functionality and user experience.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Transparent use of your personal information

When you use our Site, we may request specific personally identifiable information necessary to contact or identify you, in accordance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in case of California residents.

Personally identifiable information (“Personal Data”) includes, but is not limited to:

  • Identity Data: Such as your name or username.

  • Contact Data: Including your email address and contact information.

We collect this information to ensure a tailored and efficient experience on our Site. Our data collection adheres to the legal principles stated above, ensuring that your Personal Data is:

  • Lawfully Processed: We only collect and process Personal Data when there is a lawful basis, such as user consent or legitimate interests.

  • Used for Specified Purposes: The data collected is utilized for clear, specified purposes, enhancing your interaction and experience on our Site.

  • Limited to Necessary Data: We collect only the data necessary for the intended purpose and minimize data collection wherever possible.

  • Ensured Accuracy: We take measures to keep your Personal Data accurate and up to date.

By providing us with your Personal Data, you consent to its collection and processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Data sources beyond our site 

We may acquire additional information from external sources, adhering to legal standards and privacy regulations. This information could include: 

  • Publicly Available Data: Information obtainable from publicly accessible sources or databases.  

  • Data from Social Platforms: Details derived from your interactions with our Site through social media platforms. 

This supplementary data from third-party sources bolsters our efforts to ensure accuracy and completeness in the services we offer. All such information, obtained within legal boundaries, is treated confidentially and is subject to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. 

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party sources to understand their data collection practices and how they handle your information.

Data retention 

We retain your Personal Data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. 

The specific duration for which we retain your Personal Data depends on the nature of the information and the purposes for which it was collected. We will retain and use your information to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies. 

Data security 

Your security is our priority. We employ rigorous physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your Personal Data during its collection, storage, and disclosure. 

Our measures include controlled access to physical spaces, encryption protocols for data transmission, and internal policies ensuring proper data handling. We may also request identity verification before disclosing your Personal Data to maintain its confidentiality and security. 

While we take every precaution to safeguard your data, it’s important to note that no method of transmission over the internet is entirely foolproof. We continuously assess and fortify our security practices to uphold the integrity of your Personal Data. 

Your rights under GDPR 

As a user interacting with our Site, you have certain rights regarding your Personal Data under the GDPR, including: 

  • Right to Access 

  • Right to Rectification 

  • Right to Erasure 

  • Right to Restrict Processing 

  • Right to Data Portability 

  • Right to Object  

To exercise any of these rights or to inquire further, please contact us using the information in the Contact Us section. We will respond within the time frame specified by the GDPR. 

These rights may be subject to limitations or conditions as specified in applicable laws. 

Your rights under CCPA 

As a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA, including: 

  • Right to Know 

  • Right to Access 

  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale (we do not sell Personal Information) 

  • Right to Deletion 

  • Right to Non-Discrimination 

  • Right to Opt-Out of Direct Marketing (we do not share Personal Information for third-party marketing) 

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information in the Contact Us section. 

Compliance with DOPPA 

For users under 18, we comply with the Delaware Online Privacy and Protection Act (DOPPA), which mandates the protection of minors’ online privacy. Our Site ensures clear privacy policies regarding the collection of personal information from minors. 

Compliance with other US data-protection laws 

“Algorithmic Auditing, Inc.” and “Eticas.ai” strive to comply with various State privacy laws, including: 

  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (CDPA) 

  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) 

  • Nevada Consumer Privacy Law (SB 220) 

We continuously monitor changes in data privacy legislation to maintain compliance. 

International data transfers 

As part of our operations, Eticas may process and transfer your Personal Data to locations outside your country of residence as part of our global operations. 

Regardless of which entity is your data controller, both Algorithmic Auditing Inc. and Eticas Research and Consulting S.L. may process Personal Data as necessary to operate the Site, including through shared CRM and operational infrastructure. 

Transfers are conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws. We use approved contractual clauses and safeguards to protect your Personal Data. 

By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of information outside your country of residence as outlined in this Privacy Policy. 

Use of Matomo Analytics 

We utilize Matomo Analytics to understand user interactions and improve our Site’s performance. Matomo uses cookies and tracking technologies and processes data on servers located in Germany (EU). Matomo does not share this data with others. 

You may opt out by enabling “Do Not Track” in your browser or using Matomo’s opt-out feature. 

Changes to this privacy policy 

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date shown above.

We may revise and update this policy periodically. Your continued use of our Site after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. 

We will make efforts to notify you of significant changes, including through prominent notices on our Site or direct communications. 

We encourage you to revisit this Privacy Policy regularly. 

Contact us 

If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your Personal Data, please contact us at:  info@eticas.ai