Privacy Policy

At Typeur we take privacy and the protection of personal data very seriously. This document explains, in a clear and comprehensive way, how we handle the information of those who use our literary portal, whether as readers, as authors who send us their texts, or as participants in activities, contests, or paid services. Our intention is to make everything transparent and accessible, without unnecessary jargon, but with enough detail to meet the legal obligations that apply to us.

Typeur is a literary portal that functions as a cultural space for gathering, dissemination, and promotion of literary texts. Our model does not rely on users publishing content directly. Instead, authors send us their works and our editorial team decides what is incorporated into the portal and under what conditions. This way of working means that we occasionally collect and process personal data, whether contact details, technical information, economic data, or editorial materials, in order to manage the relationship between the author and the portal properly.

The foundation of all data processing at Typeur is compliance with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the applicable Spanish legislation on data protection. This means that we only collect the data that is strictly necessary, that we explain transparently the purposes for which it is used, and that we give each person control over their information so they can access it, modify it, restrict it, or request its deletion at any time.

When someone interacts with Typeur, whether to read, to send a text, to subscribe to a service, or to participate in an activity, certain information is collected. This includes name, surname, and email address as the minimum elements needed for identification and communication. It can also include additional data in the case of paid services, such as billing information, payment methods, or subscription details. Navigation data is also generated, such as IP address, type of device used, approximate location, or browsing behavior within the portal. This technical information is used to ensure that the portal functions correctly, to improve our services, and to guarantee the security of our systems.

The texts that authors send us are also part of the processing of personal data, to the extent that they may contain identifying information about the author. This information is stored as part of Typeur’s literary archive, since our editorial work requires us to store, review, edit, and eventually publish the submitted materials. The relationship with authors therefore includes the management of communications, editorial exchanges, and, where applicable, the public attribution of authorship.

Personal data collected at Typeur is used for specific and legitimate purposes. The first is editorial management, which includes receiving texts, communicating with authors, selecting works, and eventually publishing them on the portal. The second is administrative and contractual management, which covers billing, payment processing, issuing receipts, and meeting fiscal obligations. The third is improving the operation of the portal, which requires us to analyze statistics, study audience behavior, and adjust the presentation of content to the needs of our users. The fourth is informative or promotional communication, which we only carry out when we have the user’s consent, such as through newsletters.

The processing of data is justified on different legal grounds depending on the case. In many situations, it is based on the consent freely given by the user, as when subscribing to newsletters or accepting non-essential cookies. In other cases, processing is necessary for the execution of a contract, such as when managing registration for a literary contest or access to a workshop. There are also situations where processing is required for compliance with legal obligations, such as keeping invoices or responding to administrative requests. Finally, there are situations where Typeur’s legitimate interests, such as ensuring system security or improving service quality, also provide the legal basis for processing.

Personal data is never sold or transferred to third parties for commercial purposes. However, to provide our services we must rely on providers who act as data processors. These may include hosting companies, payment platforms, analytics tools, or communication services. All of them are subject to contracts that guarantee compliance with data protection laws and only access the information necessary to provide the service. In certain cases, the law may require us to share data with judicial or administrative authorities, and in those cases we comply strictly with the legal obligation, limiting disclosure to what is requested.

The time we keep personal data depends on its nature. Contact details are kept while the relationship with the user or author is active and deleted when no longer needed, except when retention is required by law. Billing data is kept for the periods established by fiscal regulations. Literary texts and materials are kept while they are part of the editorial relationship with Typeur and, in some cases, as part of the permanent literary archive of the portal, unless the author specifically exercises the right to request deletion.

People who interact with Typeur have full control over their information. They can request access to the data we hold, ask for it to be corrected if inaccurate, demand its deletion when no longer necessary, restrict its processing under certain circumstances, object to its use for specific purposes, or request portability in a structured format. These rights can be exercised by contacting us at contact@typeur.com. There is also the right to file a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency if someone believes that their data has not been handled properly.

At Typeur we apply technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. We maintain security systems, regular updates, and internal protocols designed to minimize risks of breaches or attacks. However, as in any digital environment, absolute security cannot be guaranteed, and therefore we inform users that although we take reasonable precautions, there is always a residual risk inherent to the network.

The use of cookies is part of the normal functioning of Typeur. Some cookies are essential for the portal to operate correctly, others are used for statistical purposes, and others make it possible to personalize the experience. All cookies are described in our Cookie Policy, where users can manage and configure their preferences. Refusing certain cookies may limit the use of some features, but will not prevent basic access to the portal.

In some cases, data may be stored on servers located outside the European Economic Area, for example when we use international technology providers. In such situations, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses, so that the level of protection remains equivalent to that required in Europe.

This policy may be modified when legal, technical, or organizational changes make it necessary. The date of the latest update will always be indicated, and in the event of significant changes, users will be clearly informed.

For any questions, concerns, or to exercise rights related to data protection, you can contact us at contact@typeur.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and with as much clarity as possible.