Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 16, 2026

Effective Date: March 16, 2026

CultureXI (the "Website" or "Service"), accessible at https://culturexi.com/, is operated by CULTURE XI B.V. ("we", "us", or "our").We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, sign up for our newsletter, interact with affiliate links, view ads, or follow links to our related mobile application(s).By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not access or use the Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Email address (when you subscribe to our newsletter or cultural updates)
• Name (if provided in newsletter sign-up forms or contact forms)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., comments, messages)

b. Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (browser type/version, operating system, IP address, device type, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (pages visited, time/date of visit, time spent, referring/exit pages, clickstream)
• Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7)

c. Third-Party Data

• Data from advertising partners (e.g., Google AdSense) such as interests inferred from browsing behavior
• Data from affiliate partners (limited to referral/click tracking, not personal details unless you complete a purchase)

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., racial/ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health data).

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2. How We Use Your InformationWe use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Website and cultural content
• Send newsletters, updates, or promotional emails (you can unsubscribe anytime)
• Display personalized or relevant advertisements via Google AdSense
• Track affiliate link performance and earn commissions from qualifying purchases
• Analyze usage trends and site performance
• Prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues
• Comply with legal obligations

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3. Advertising (Google AdSense)

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements.Google and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site and other sites. This may include personalized advertising.Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet.You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy We comply with Google's EU User Consent Policy and other applicable requirements.

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4. Affiliate Links

We participate in affiliate programs and include affiliate links in some content.If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, the merchant may share limited transaction data with us (e.g., confirmation that a sale occurred via our link). We earn a commission at no extra cost to you.We do not receive your full payment or personal details from these transactions. Any personal information provided during purchase is handled by the merchant per their privacy policy.

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5. Newsletter & Email Collection

We use third-party email service providers (e.g., Mailchimp, Brevo, or similar) to manage newsletter subscriptions.When you subscribe, your email address is shared with the service provider to send emails. These providers have their own privacy policies and security measures.You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in every email. We retain unsubscribed records to prevent accidental re-subscription.

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6. Mobile Application Links

The Website may link to our related mobile app(s) in the Apple App Store, Google Play, or other stores.Use of the app is governed by the app's separate Privacy Policy (available in the app or store listing). This Website Privacy Policy applies only to the Website.

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7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our partners (Google AdSense, analytics providers, affiliate networks) use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and advertising.Types of cookies we use:

• Essential (necessary for site operation)
• Analytics (to understand usage)
• Advertising (for personalized ads via AdSense)
• Third-party (from affiliates, social plugins, etc.)

You can manage cookies via your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit site functionality. For EEA/UK visitors: We obtain consent for non-essential cookies via a cookie banner where required by GDPR/ePrivacy rules.

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8. Sharing Your InformationWe share information only as described here:

• With service providers (email platforms, hosting, analytics, AdSense)
• With affiliate partners (limited referral data)
• When required by law, subpoena, or to protect rights/safety
• In connection with a business transfer (merger, sale)

We do not sell your personal information.

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9. International Data Transfers

The Website is global. Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence (including the United States), where privacy laws may differ.We use appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable) for transfers subject to GDPR.

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10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law.Newsletter subscribers: We retain email addresses until you unsubscribe (plus a short period for compliance). Usage logs: Retained for analytics/security for up to [12–24] months.

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11. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent
• Opt out of certain data uses (e.g., personalized ads)

To exercise rights, contact us at "info@culturexi.com". We respond within legally required timeframes.California residents: See additional CCPA/CPRA notice below (if applicable).

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12. Children's Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under 16 (or 13 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn we have, we delete it.

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13. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no transmission or storage method is 100% secure.

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14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes are posted here with a revised "Last Updated" date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

15. Contact Us

For questions or to exercise rights:Email: "info@culturexi.com".

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Additional CCPA/CPRA Notice (for California residents, if applicable) We collect the categories of personal information listed in Section 1. We use/disclose them for business purposes described above.We do not sell personal information.You have the right to know, delete, correct, opt out of sale/sharing (none occurs), and non-discrimination.Submit verifiable requests to the contact above.

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