Introduction

Catsup.io (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website catsup.io. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our site. By using catsup.io, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Analytics Data: We automatically collect anonymous usage data including page views, device type, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and approximate geographic location through Google Analytics.
  • Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and analyze site traffic. See our Cookies Policy for full details.
  • Voluntarily Provided Information: If you contact us via our contact form or subscribe to our newsletter, we collect the information you provide, such as your name and email address.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Improve Content: Analytics data helps us understand which topics are most popular and where we can improve.
  • Analyze Traffic: We monitor site performance and visitor trends to ensure a fast, reliable experience.
  • Respond to Inquiries: If you contact us, we use your email address to reply to your message.
  • Send Newsletter: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use your email address to send periodic updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Cookies

Catsup.io uses cookies for analytics (Google Analytics), performance and caching (LiteSpeed Cache), and SEO optimization (Yoast SEO). Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site and allow us to deliver content more efficiently.

For a detailed breakdown of the specific cookies we use, please visit our Cookies Policy.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect or process data:

  • Google Analytics: Collects anonymous usage statistics. Google’s privacy policy applies to data they process. Google Privacy Policy.
  • LiteSpeed Cache: A server-side caching plugin that improves site performance. It may set cookies for optimization purposes.
  • Yoast SEO: Helps optimize our content for search engines. It does not collect personal data from visitors.
  • Wikimedia Commons: We source images from Wikimedia Commons under appropriate licenses. No visitor data is shared with Wikimedia.

Data Retention

We retain data for the following periods:

  • Contact Form Submissions: Retained for 1 year, then permanently deleted.
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe.
  • Analytics Data: Retained per Google Analytics default settings (currently 14 months).

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access any personal data we hold about you.
  • Request Correction of inaccurate personal data.
  • Request Deletion of your personal data from our systems.
  • Withdraw Consent for data processing at any time.
  • Object to Processing of your personal data for specific purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please email [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Children’s Privacy

Catsup.io is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly delete the information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].