Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 9 July 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Sawaru ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and safeguards information gathered through sawaru.info (the "Site"). This policy is intended to comply with applicable United States privacy law, including relevant provisions of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), for visitors to whom such law applies. By using the Site, you acknowledge the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in a limited number of ways: information you provide directly (such as through our contact form), information collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, and information related to your general use of the Site.
| Category of Data | Examples | Purpose of Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Information | Name, email address, phone number | Responding to inquiries submitted through the contact form |
| Message Content | Text entered into the message field | Understanding and addressing the nature of your inquiry |
| Technical Data | IP address, browser type, device type | Maintaining Site security and diagnosing technical issues |
| Usage Data | Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URL | Understanding general Site usage to improve content and navigation |
| Cookie Identifiers | Cookie consent preference, session identifiers | Remembering your cookie preference and supporting basic Site functions |
2. How We Use Information
Information collected through the Site is used to respond to inquiries, to operate and maintain the Site, to understand general usage patterns, and to comply with applicable legal obligations. We do not use information collected through the Site to make individualized health, medical, or fitness recommendations, and the Site does not provide personalized advice of any kind.
3. Legal Basis and Consent
Where required, we rely on your consent for the use of non-essential cookies, and on legitimate business interest for the operation of core Site functions such as security and basic analytics. You may withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time by adjusting your preference through the cookie banner or your browser settings.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share limited information with service providers who assist in operating the Site, such as hosting providers or email delivery services, under obligations of confidentiality. We may also disclose information where required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.
5. Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained only as long as reasonably necessary to address the inquiry and for record-keeping purposes, typically not exceeding twenty-four months unless a longer period is required by law. Cookie-related identifiers persist according to the durations described in our Cookie Policy.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you, and to opt out of certain uses of your data. To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.
7. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Site, please contact us so that we may address it.
8. Data Security
We apply reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information collected through the Site. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of information you provide.
9. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party services, such as the embedded map on our contact page. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, and we encourage you to review their respective privacy practices.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was most recently revised.
11. Contact Information
Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to Sawaru at 1124 E 31st St, Chicago, IL, by phone at +1 708-888-2181, or by email at [email protected].