Your privacy, handled with care
We explain clearly what we collect, why we collect it, how long we keep it — and every right you have over your own data. No jargon, no surprises.
Data retention at a glance. We keep information only as long as it serves a clear purpose — then we delete it. These are the limits we hold ourselves to.
Technical logs kept for threat detection, then automatically removed.
Behavioral statistics stored without identifying individual visitors.
Inquiry replies are kept for follow-up, then permanently purged.
Our promise: every verified request is answered within one month, free.
1 Our privacy commitment
The short version, before the details.
Welcome to Top7u.com. We are committed to earning and keeping your trust. This policy explains in plain language how we collect, use, protect and process personal and non-personal information when you visit our site.
Our mission is transparent, unbiased, well-researched recommendations across web tools, software, SaaS and consumer technology. That mission depends on respect for your privacy. We process data strictly in line with international rules, including the GDPR, the CCPA/CPRA, and Google AdSense publisher policies.
By using Top7u.com you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please stop using the platform.
Top7u.com will never sell, rent, lease or trade your personal information to third parties. Your data is used only to improve the site, answer your messages and keep things secure.
2 What information we collect
Two groups: what you choose to give us, and what our systems record automatically.
Personal data you volunteer
Submitted only when you contact us, comment, subscribe or send feedback.
- Contact details — name, email and an optional phone number.
- Your messages — feedback, questions or editorial corrections.
- Profile info — display name and URL if you comment.
Non-personal data (automatic)
Standard technical telemetry recorded as you browse.
- Network — anonymized IP and rough city/region location.
- Device & browser — OS, browser version and screen size.
- Interaction — pages viewed, time on page, clicks and scroll depth.
IP addresses logged by our analytics are truncated at the infrastructure level. That prevents device-level tracking while still giving us useful traffic distribution insights.
3 How we use your data
Every purpose, its legal basis, and how long we keep it.
| Processing purpose | Data used | Legal basis | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site functionality | IP, browser, cookies | Legitimate interest | Session only |
| Replying to you | Name, email, message | Consent / contract | Up to 24 months |
| Analytics | Anonymized IP, click paths | Consent / legitimate interest | 14 months (aggregated) |
| Advertising | Ad cookies, non-identifiable IDs | Explicit consent | Per ad partner policy |
| Security | IP logs, request headers | Legal obligation & security | Max 90 days |
4 Cookies & advertising networks
What gets stored in your browser — and why.
Like most professional publications, we use cookies and small tracking technologies to remember your preferences, verify consent choices and understand how readers move through our content.
Essential
Required for navigation, security and consent management. Cannot be turned off.
Analytics
Count views, measure retention and help us spot errors or improve layouts.
Advertising
Set by Google AdSense to show relevant, non-intrusive ads (consent-based).
Affiliate
Track outbound clicks for referral attribution — without personal identity.
Google DoubleClick DART cookie
Google is one of our advertising vendors. It may use cookies (including DART cookies) to serve ads based on your visits to Top7u.com and other sites. You can decline DART cookies or manage personalisation in the Google Ads privacy policy, or adjust your choices anytime from our cookie banner.
You can disable cookies in your browser. Note that turning off essential cookies may affect how smoothly some parts of the site work.
5 Legal basis for processing
Why we're allowed to process your data under GDPR.
If you are in the EEA, the United Kingdom or Switzerland, we rely on the following legal grounds:
- Consent — you've given clear permission for a specific purpose, such as a newsletter or tracking cookies. You can withdraw it anytime.
- Legitimate interest — running a secure, high-performing review site, preventing fraud, and publishing useful comparisons.
- Legal compliance — fulfilling legal duties such as tax obligations, subpoenas or regulatory requests.
6 Third-party providers
The trusted partners we rely on to keep the site fast and secure.
We work with a small number of service providers. Each receives only the data needed to do its job, under strict confidentiality and data-protection agreements.
| Provider | What it does | Data shared | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Traffic & behavior analytics | Anonymized IP, session telemetry | Privacy compliant |
| Google AdSense | Advertising network | Ad cookies, device identifiers | AdSense framework |
| Cloudflare | CDN & DDoS protection | Request headers, IP address | Strict security |
| Blogger (Google) | Content platform | Server logs, request data | Google Cloud privacy |
7 Your privacy rights
Your data, your rules — under GDPR, CCPA and CPRA.
Access
Ask for a copy of the personal data we hold about you and how it's processed.
Rectification
Ask us to correct inaccurate, outdated or incomplete information.
Erasure
Request permanent deletion of your data from our systems.
Restrict & object
Limit how we process your data, or object to a specific use.
Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Opt-out & non-discrimination
Californian residents can opt out of “sale/sharing” without losing access to the site.
8 How to make a request
Fast, free, and answered within 30 days.
Write to our Data Protection Desk at privacy@top7u.com. To help us act quickly, please include:
- Your full name and contact email address.
- The right you wish to exercise (Access, Erasure, Rectification…).
- A short note about your past interaction with us (e.g., a contact-form date or comment).
We process all verified requests within 30 days, free of charge. Requests are handled by a human on our privacy team — never by an automated bot.
9 Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to what readers ask us most.
Does Top7u.com sell my personal information?+
No. We never sell, rent or trade personal information. Data is used only for essential site operations, security, analytics and relevant content.
How do you comply with Google AdSense policies?+
We clearly disclose third-party vendor cookies and DART cookie use, provide opt-out options, and give you granular control over personalized advertising preferences.
How can I revoke consent for analytics or marketing cookies?+
Clear your cookies, adjust your browser settings, or change your preferences anytime from the cookie-management banner on the site.
Is Top7u.com suitable for children?+
Our content is intended for general audiences aged 18+. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU), and we delete it immediately if we ever do.
How long are contact-form messages kept?+
Messages are stored securely for up to 24 months so we can follow up and keep accurate editorial logs, then permanently purged.
What security measures protect my data?+
We use HTTPS encryption across the site, server firewalls, Cloudflare threat mitigation and strict access controls to prevent unauthorized access.
10 Policy updates
Keeping this page current matters.
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect new technology, legal changes or how we operate. When we do, the last-updated date at the top of this page changes accordingly, so check back periodically.
Questions or concerns? Email privacy@top7u.com, or use our contact page and a real person on our team will reply.
We take privacy personally.
If anything here is unclear, or if you'd simply like more control over your data — we're one short message away.