Focus Growth · Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to the website focus-growth-app.com, operated by Focus Growth, located at Andrade Marin 24, 170518 Quito. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors to this site in accordance with the Organic Law on Personal Data Protection of Ecuador (Ley Orgánica de Protección de Datos Personales, LOPDP), in force since May 2021, as well as applicable international standards.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the site.

What information do we collect?

We collect two types of information through this website:

Information you provide directly: When you complete our contact form, you provide your name and email address, and optionally a written message. This information is submitted voluntarily.
Information collected automatically: When you visit the site, our servers and analytics tools may collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies, subject to your consent preferences.

We do not collect sensitive personal data as defined under the LOPDP, including data related to health, ethnicity, political opinions, religious beliefs, or biometric identifiers.

Why do we collect this information?

The information we collect is used exclusively for the following purposes:

To respond to inquiries submitted through the contact form
To understand how visitors use the site so we can improve the educational content and user experience
To maintain the technical operation and security of the website
To comply with legal obligations under Ecuadorian law

We do not use your information for automated decision-making, profiling, or any form of personalized advertising. This is an educational information website, not a commercial platform.

On what legal basis do we process your data?

Under the Ecuadorian LOPDP and aligned with international data protection principles, we process personal data on the following legal bases:

Consent: For the use of non-essential cookies and analytics. You may withdraw consent at any time through the cookie preference center.
Legitimate interest: For the technical operation and security of the website, including server logs and fraud prevention.
Performance of a pre-contractual relationship: When you submit a contact form inquiry, we process your contact details in order to respond to your request.

How long do we retain your data?

Contact form submissions are retained for a period of up to 24 months from the date of submission, after which they are securely deleted unless a longer retention period is required by law or ongoing communication necessitates it.

Automatically collected technical data (server logs) is retained for a maximum of 90 days. Analytics data, where applicable, is retained according to the terms of the analytics service used, typically no longer than 26 months.

Cookie preference records are stored in your browser for up to 12 months, after which your consent will be requested again.

Do we share your data with third parties?

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party. We may share data in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers: We may use third-party services for website hosting, analytics, or email delivery. These providers act as data processors under written agreements that require them to handle data in accordance with applicable law and only for the purposes we specify.
Legal requirements: We may disclose personal data if required to do so by Ecuadorian law, court order, or lawful request from a public authority.

Any third-party processors we use are required to maintain appropriate technical and organizational security measures and may not use your data for their own purposes.

What are your rights regarding your personal data?

Under the Ecuadorian LOPDP, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data that we hold:

Right of access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right of rectification: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right of erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Right to restriction of processing: You may request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to data portability: Where technically feasible, you may request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
Right to withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@focus-growth-app.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by the LOPDP. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Superintendencia de Protección de Datos Personales of Ecuador if you believe your rights have been violated.

How do we protect your data?

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, destruction, or disclosure. These measures include secure server infrastructure, encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), restricted internal access to personal data, and regular review of our security practices.

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to or from this website.

Does this site use cookies?

Yes. This website uses cookies and similar technologies. Essential cookies are necessary for the site to function correctly and are placed automatically. Non-essential cookies (analytics and functional) are only placed with your explicit consent, which you can provide or withdraw through the cookie preference center that appears when you first visit the site.

For full details on the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.

Are there links to external websites?

This website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on this site.

Can this policy change?

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: info@focus-growth-app.com or Andrade Marin 24, 170518 Quito.