Last updated: 15.12.2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Living in Estonia (“the site”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal information when you visit livinginestonia.com or interact with the content and contact forms. By using this website, you agree to the practices described here.
1. Who we are
Living in Estonia is an independent media project sharing videos and articles about everyday life in Estonia. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact: Email: hello@livinginestonia.com
2. What information we collect
We aim to collect as little personal data as reasonably possible. The information collected can include:
- Information you provide directly
- Name, email address, and any message content when you contact us.
- Any details you choose to include in collaboration or partnership inquiries.
- Information collected automatically
- IP address, browser type, device type, approximate location, and pages visited.
- Date and time of visits, referral sources (for example, which site or social platform you came from), and basic interaction data.
This technical information is typically collected through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.
3. How we use your information
We may use the information collected to:
- Respond to your questions, messages, or collaboration requests.
- Analyse how the site is used so we can improve content, layout, and performance.
- Monitor and prevent technical issues, spam, or abuse.
- Comply with legal obligations where applicable.
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Cookies and similar technologies
This website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Remember basic preferences (such as language or cookie choices).
- Measure traffic and understand which pages are most visited.
- Support embedded content (for example, YouTube videos), which may set their own cookies according to their respective privacy policies.
You can control or block cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the site may not work correctly if cookies are disabled.
5. Third‑party services
We may use third‑party services to run the website and understand its usage, for example:
- Website hosting and security providers
- Analytics tools
- Embedded media platforms (such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, or similar)
These third parties may process personal data under their own privacy policies. Where possible, we only share what is necessary for them to provide their services.
6. Data retention
We keep personal information only for as long as it is reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
- Contact emails and collaboration inquiries may be kept as long as needed to manage the conversation and maintain records.
- Analytics and log data may be stored for a limited period consistent with the settings of the tools we use, after which it may be deleted or anonymised.
7. Your rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws (for example, GDPR in the European Union), you may have rights over your personal data, such as:
- The right to access the personal data we hold about you
- The right to correct inaccurate information
- The right to request deletion of your personal data, where legally allowed
- The right to object to or restrict certain types of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us via email hello@livinginestonia.com. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.
8. Children’s privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data through this site, please contact us so it can be removed.
9. Links to other websites
The site may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to livinginestonia.com, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites. You are encouraged to read the privacy policies of any websites you visit.
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, tools, or legal requirements. When changes are made, the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised. Significant changes may be highlighted on the site where appropriate.