Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 23, 2026

1) Introduction and scope

At harmoniasoul, we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy and Cookies explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you visit our website, read our content, or contact us through our official channels.

This policy applies to our website and related pages that link to it. It does not cover third-party websites, apps, or services that may be linked from our content.

2) Who we are and how to contact us (Controller)

harmoniasoul is an independent informational blog owned and operated by:

• Company name (Controller): GTECK LTDA
• CNPJ: 28.505.046/0001-81
• Address: R ADELINO CARDANA, 293, BETHAVILLE I/CENTRO, BARUERI, SP, Brasil

Privacy contact: We handle privacy requests through our official contact channels:

Contact page

3) What data we collect

We may collect the following categories of information, depending on how you use the site:

3.1 Data you provide to us

• Contact information you submit via our contact channels (for example: name, email, message content).
• Any other information you choose to include in your message.

Please do not include sensitive information (for example, health data, government ID numbers, or financial account data) in contact messages.

3.2 Data collected automatically (usage and device data)

When you browse harmoniasoul, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

• IP address (may be shortened/processed depending on configuration), approximate location (city/region), and time zone
• browser type, device type, operating system, screen resolution, language settings
• pages visited, time spent, scrolling, clicks, referring/exit pages
• diagnostic and security data (to prevent abuse and keep the site stable)
• cookies and similar technologies (see Cookies section)

3.3 Data from third parties

In general, we do not receive personal data about you from third parties just because you read our content. However, we use measurement and usability providers (listed below) that may process device/usage data via cookies and similar technologies.

4) Why we use your data and legal bases

We use personal data only when we have a valid legal basis and a clear purpose. Depending on your location and the context, legal bases may include consent, legitimate interests, contract/steps before contract, and legal obligation.

4.1 Purposes

• Operate and deliver the website (load pages, remember basic preferences, ensure functionality)
• Measure and improve performance and usability (understand which pages are useful, improve navigation)
• Maintain security and prevent fraud/abuse
• Respond to your requests when you contact us
• Comply with legal obligations (when required)

4.2 Consent and choices

Where required by law, we request your consent for non-essential cookies (such as analytics). You can withdraw or change your consent at any time using cookie controls (when available) or your browser settings.

5) Cookies and similar technologies

Cookies are small files stored on your device. We may also use similar technologies such as local storage, pixels/tags, SDKs, and web beacons. These technologies help the website function, measure traffic, and improve usability.

5.1 Categories of cookies we may use

• Essential cookies: required for basic site functionality and security.
• Functional cookies: remember preferences (when available).
• Analytics cookies: help us understand site usage (e.g., visits, clicks, scrolling).
• Advertising cookies: may be used if we enable advertising networks (see “Advertising and partnerships”).
• Social media cookies: may exist if embedded content is used (for example, a video or social post).

5.2 Managing cookies

You can manage cookies in several ways:

• Use our cookie banner/settings (when available) to accept, reject, or customize categories.
• Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.

6) Tools we use (Analytics and usability)

We use tools to understand how harmoniasoul is used and to improve usability and performance.

6.1 Google Analytics

Purpose: traffic measurement and aggregated statistics (e.g., most visited pages, navigation patterns, performance insights).

Data processed may include: device and browser info, IP address (processed per configuration), approximate location, usage events (page views, engagement).

Transparency link: Learn how Google uses information from sites or apps that use Google services:
How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services

6.2 Microsoft Clarity

Purpose: usability analytics to understand interactions (for example, scrolling and clicks) and identify improvement opportunities.

What it may do: Clarity can provide interaction analytics and may include session replay features. We configure Clarity with privacy protections (such as masking) to reduce the risk of collecting personal data from page content.

Consent note: In jurisdictions where consent is required, Clarity may limit collection unless valid consent is provided.

Clarity disclosure: “We partner with Microsoft Clarity to capture how you use and interact with our website through behavioral metrics, heatmaps, and session replay to improve and market our products/services. Website usage data is captured using first and third-party cookies and other tracking technologies to determine the popularity of products/services and online activity. For more information about how Microsoft collects and uses your data, visit the Microsoft Privacy Statement.”

Learn more:
Microsoft Clarity Privacy

7) Advertising, Google AdSense, and third-party disclosures

We may display ads now or in the future. If advertising is enabled on harmoniasoul, third-party vendors (including Google) may place and read cookies in your browser, or use web beacons and IP addresses to collect information as a result of ad serving and measurement on this website.

When ads are enabled:

• Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this website and/or other websites.
• Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visit to this site and/or other sites on the Internet.

You can learn more and control ad personalization through Google settings:

• Google Ads Settings
• How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services
• Google Privacy Policy

7.1 EEA/UK/Switzerland consent (where applicable)

If you access the site from regions where consent is required for cookies or mobile identifiers (including certain countries in the EEA, the UK, and Switzerland), we may show a consent banner and request consent for non-essential cookies (analytics and advertising). If we run personalized advertising in those regions, we may rely on consent management solutions that meet applicable requirements.

8) Sharing and international transfers

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only with:

• Service providers that help us operate the site (hosting, security, analytics, performance monitoring)
• Authorities or legal entities when required to comply with law or protect rights and safety

Because we use global providers, data may be processed in countries other than where you live. When applicable, we rely on appropriate safeguards recognized by law.

9) Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including legal and operational needs.

• Contact requests: retained as long as needed to respond and maintain a record of the request, then deleted or anonymized within a reasonable period.
• Security logs: retained for a limited period to protect the site and investigate incidents.
• Analytics data: retained according to our analytics configuration and provider settings.

10) Your rights (data subject rights)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, object, restrict processing, request portability (where applicable), and withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us here: Contact page. We may request reasonable verification of identity to protect your privacy.

11) Children’s privacy

harmoniasoul is intended for a general audience and is not designed for children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child provided personal data, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

12) Information security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

13) Updates to this policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices, tools, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will post an updated version with a new “Last updated” date on this page.

14) Contact and complaints

For privacy questions or requests, contact us through: Contact page.

If you believe your rights were violated, you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (for example, the ANPD in Brazil, or the appropriate authority in your country/region).

15) Applicable laws and general legal note

We aim to comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws, including LGPD (Brazil) and, where relevant, GDPR/UK GDPR and CCPA/CPRA. This policy is provided for transparency and does not constitute legal advice.