Privacy Policy
We care about the quiet safety of your time here. When you read, click, or write to us, you deserve to know what is collected, why it matters, and how to stay in control.
Ryugu Media ("we", "us", "our") operates the website at www.ryugumedia.biz.id. This notice explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information about visitors and readers of our site.
Who We Are
Ryugu Media is an independent, reader-first publication focused on gardening, home improvement, pets, and travel. We create practical articles with warmth and care, and we run this website to make that work accessible to you.
For privacy matters, Ryugu Media is the controller of your personal information where applicable. You can contact us using the form at /contact or via the email listed on that page.
Scope and Applicability
This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect through our website and related features such as contact forms and comment tools. It does not cover third-party websites, services, or platforms that we do not control.
By using our site, you acknowledge this policy and the practices described here. If you do not agree, you may choose to adjust your browser settings, limit cookies, or discontinue use of the site.
Information We Collect
Information you provide. When you contact us, subscribe, or submit content, you may provide your name, email address, and any message details you choose to share. If we offer account features in the future, additional details may be requested to deliver those features.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we collect standard log and device information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referring pages, approximate location derived from IP, and timestamps. This helps us keep the site secure, diagnose issues, and understand how the site is used.
Cookies and identifiers. We use first-party cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, maintain essential functions, and measure performance. Third parties may also set cookies or identifiers for analytics and advertising, described below.
How We Use Information
We use information to operate, maintain, and improve our website; to personalize content where appropriate; to respond to your messages; and to understand aggregate readership patterns that guide our editorial choices.
We also use information to protect against fraud, abuse, and security incidents; to comply with legal obligations; and to enforce our terms and site policies.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small files placed on your device to keep the site functioning smoothly and to remember choices such as language or consent preferences. We may also use local storage, pixels, or other technologies that serve similar purposes.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. If you block or delete certain cookies, parts of the site may not work as intended. At this time, due to industry variability, our systems may not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
Analytics and Advertising
We may use analytics services to understand how visitors engage with our site in aggregate. These tools help us measure performance, detect errors, and improve content without identifying you directly.
We may work with advertising partners that use cookies or similar technologies to deliver and measure ads. You can manage your browser or device settings to limit ad personalization. Some partners may provide their own preference tools; your choices there may affect how ads appear across websites.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only with service providers that help us run the site (for example, hosting, analytics, security, and advertising) under contracts that limit how they can use the data.
We may disclose information if required by law, in response to valid legal requests, to protect our rights or the safety of users, or during a business transition such as a merger, acquisition, or reorganization.
Log Files
Our servers maintain standard log files that record visits to the website. The data typically includes IP addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider, referring and exit pages, timestamps, and click counts. These logs are used to analyze trends, administer the site, track aggregate movement, and gather broad demographic insights.
Log entries are not combined with direct identifiers to profile individual visitors. We process this information to keep services reliable and secure.
Data Retention
We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, to comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and the context in which it was collected.
When information is no longer needed, we take steps to delete it or de-identify it so it can no longer be associated with you.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. No method of transmission or storage is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
If you believe the security of your data has been compromised, please reach us promptly through /contact so we can investigate and respond.
Children's Privacy
Our content is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under that age. Regional age thresholds may differ; where local law requires a higher age, we apply that standard.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child provided personal information on our site, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
Your Privacy Choices and Rights
You can control cookies in your browser, opt out of non-essential data uses where available, and decide whether to provide personal details when contacting us. If you receive direct communications from us, you can ask to stop receiving them at any time.
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information, to object to certain uses, and to request a copy of your data. To exercise these rights, contact us via /contact. We may need to verify your request to protect your information.
Region-Specific Notices
EEA/UK. Where applicable, our legal bases for processing include consent, contract performance, compliance with legal obligations, and legitimate interests such as site security, fraud prevention, and service improvement. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
California. California residents may have rights to know, access, correct, delete, and opt out of certain data sharing that qualifies as "sharing" for cross-context behavioral advertising. We do not sell personal information as that term is commonly defined. You can manage cookie-based sharing through your browser settings and any preference tools we provide.
International Data Transfers
We may process and store information in countries other than your own. When we transfer personal information internationally, we take steps designed to ensure an appropriate level of protection consistent with this policy and applicable laws.
By using the site, you understand that your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in jurisdictions with different data protection rules.
Third-Party Links and Services
Our site may reference content, services, or features provided by third parties. Those providers have their own privacy policies and practices, which we do not control. We encourage you to review their policies before interacting with those services.
Disabling third-party cookies may reduce personalization or functionality on our site and elsewhere on the web.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When changes are material, we will provide a clear notice on this page or within the site.
The updated policy takes effect when posted. Your continued use of the site after an update signifies that you have read and understood the changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this policy, you can reach us through the contact page. For faster handling, include "Privacy Request" in your message and describe the action you're seeking.
We will respond within a reasonable time and do our best to address your needs with care and clarity.