This Privacy Policy describes how Escumado SRL ("Escumado", "we", "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information provided by users of the website escumado.com (the "Site"). This policy is governed by Argentine Law No. 25.326 on the Protection of Personal Data (Ley de Protección de Datos Personales) and its regulatory Decree No. 1558/2001, as well as any applicable amendments.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for personal data processed through this Site is:
Escumado SRL
Cdad. de la Paz 249, C1426 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
CUIT: 20-88112248-9
Inscripción IGJ N.° 71431629
Email: info@escumado.com
Phone: +54 9 11 6597-5236
2. Data We Collect
We collect personal data only when voluntarily provided by users through the contact form on this Site. The following table describes the categories of data we collect and the purpose of each:
| Data type | Collection method | Purpose | Retention period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Email address | Contact form | To respond to enquiries submitted via the contact form | Up to 2 years from last interaction, or until deletion is requested |
| Name (optional) | Contact form | To personalise responses when provided voluntarily | Up to 2 years from last interaction, or until deletion is requested |
| Message content | Contact form | To understand and respond to the user's enquiry | Up to 2 years from last interaction, or until deletion is requested |
| Newsletter email | Newsletter subscription form | To send periodic educational content updates | Until unsubscription or deletion request |
| Technical/browsing data | Cookies and server logs | Site analytics and technical operation (see Cookie Policy) | As specified in Cookie Policy |
We do not collect sensitive personal data as defined by Article 2 of Law 25.326 (data relating to racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health, sexual life, or criminal records).
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data on the following legal bases under Argentine Law 25.326:
- Consent: When users voluntarily submit the contact form or subscribe to the newsletter, they provide explicit consent to the processing of their data for the stated purpose.
- Legitimate interest: Technical data necessary for the secure and functional operation of the Site is processed under the legitimate interest of Escumado SRL.
4. How We Use Your Data
Personal data collected through this Site is used exclusively to:
- Respond to enquiries submitted through the contact form.
- Send educational content updates to newsletter subscribers who have provided consent.
- Maintain the technical operation and security of the Site.
- Comply with legal obligations under Argentine law.
We do not use personal data for automated decision-making, profiling, direct marketing beyond the newsletter (for which consent has been given), or any commercial purpose unrelated to the educational mission of the Site.
5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
Escumado does not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties. We may share data with:
- Technical service providers (hosting, email infrastructure) who process data solely on our behalf and under contractual obligations consistent with Law 25.326.
- Public authorities when required by Argentine law or competent judicial order.
Any third-party service providers are contractually required to maintain the confidentiality and security of personal data and to use it only for the purposes specified by Escumado.
6. International Data Transfers
Some technical service providers may operate servers outside Argentina. Where personal data is transferred internationally, we ensure that the recipient country or organisation provides an adequate level of protection consistent with Argentine Law 25.326 and the standards set by the Agencia de Acceso a la Información Pública (AAIP).
7. Data Security
Escumado implements technical and organisational measures appropriate to the nature of the data processed to prevent unauthorised access, loss, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted via the Site.
- Access controls limiting data access to authorised personnel only.
- Regular review of data handling practices.
No transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to the Site.
8. Your Rights Under Law 25.326
Under Argentine Law 25.326, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:
- Right of access (Art. 14): You may request information about what personal data we hold about you, its origin, purpose, and any transfers made.
- Right of rectification (Art. 16): You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right of deletion (Art. 17): You may request deletion of data when it is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, or when consent is withdrawn.
- Right to confidentiality: You may request that data not be disclosed to third parties.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@escumado.com with the subject line "Derechos LPDP". We will respond within 5 business days. In the event of a dispute, you may file a complaint with the Agencia de Acceso a la Información Pública (AAIP) at www.argentina.gob.ar/aaip.
9. Cookies
This Site uses cookies. For detailed information about the cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage them, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
10. Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that data promptly.
11. Links to Third-Party Sites
This Site may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. Escumado is not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external site they visit.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The date of the most recent revision appears at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights, contact us at:
Escumado SRL
Cdad. de la Paz 249, C1426 CABA, Argentina
Email: info@escumado.com