Last updated: May 9, 2026

1. General provisions

This Privacy Policy sets out the rules for the processing of personal data of users of the Fintech Observer website (hereinafter referred to as the “Portal”) in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

By using the Portal, you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree with any of the terms, please do not use our website.

2. What data we collect

We collect the minimum required data set:

  • Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, time of visit, referral source;
  • Cookies: service files for the correct operation of the site and analytics;
  • Contact details: name and email if you voluntarily sent us a message or review;
  • Contents of requests: the text of your letters and reviews sent through forms on the site.

3. Purposes of data processing

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

  • ensuring the operation and security of the Portal;
  • traffic analysis and content quality improvement;
  • responses to user requests;
  • publication of verified reviews with the consent of the author;
  • protection against fraud, spam and abuse.

4. Transfer of data to third parties

We do not sell or transfer your personal information to third parties. commercial purposes. Transfer is possible only in the following cases:

  • with your express consent;
  • at the request of government authorities within the framework of current legislation;
  • analytics and hosting services in an impersonal form, to the extent necessary for the provision of services.

5. Cookies and analytics

This website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality, store user preferences (such as language selection), and analyze website traffic.

For analytics purposes — only after you accept analytics cookies — we use Yandex Metrica (OOO “Yandex”) and Google Tag Manager. These services collect anonymized data about website usage, including page views, device and browser information, traffic sources, and general user interactions.

The website may use the Webvisor feature, which allows analysis of user interactions with the interface (such as scrolling, clicks, and navigation behavior). No intentional collection of data entered into forms is performed.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features of the website.

6. Data protection

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, modification, disclosure or destruction. All connections to the site are protected using the HTTPS protocol.

7. Your rights

In relation to your personal data, you have the right:

  • obtain information about their processing;
  • demand clarification, blocking or deletion of data;
  • revoke consent to processing;
  • file a complaint with the authorized body for the protection of the rights of personal data subjects.

8. Policy changes

We may update this Policy from time to time. Current version always published on this page. Significant changes we additionally We announce it on the main page of the Portal.

9. Contacts

If you have questions about the processing of personal data or you want exercise one of your rights, write to us at privacy@fintechobserver.com or use contact form.