Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

At Procirel, accessible from procirel.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Procirel and how we use it to better serve the engineering and electronics community.

1. Transparency Regarding Advertising (Google AdSense)

To keep our technical tutorials and circuit guides free for students and hobbyists, we partner with Google AdSense to show relevant advertisements. This requires specific data transparency:

  • Google’s Role: Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on Procirel.
  • The DART Cookie: Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on their visit to Procirel and other sites on the internet.
  • Control Your Privacy: You can choose to opt-out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect (And Why)

We collect only the information necessary to improve our services and user experience. We only collect “Personally Identifiable Information” (PII) when it helps us improve your learning experience:

  • Direct Interactions: If you subscribe to our newsletter, download a circuit schematic, or fill out a “Contact Us” form, we may ask for your name and email address.
  • Technical Feedback: We collect data when you respond to a survey or provide feedback on a specific electronics project to help us refine our future tutorials.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to make Procirel a more useful resource. Specifically, we use it to:

  • Personalize your experience (showing you projects relevant to your skill level).
  • Improve our website based on the technical challenges you report to us.
  • Follow up with you regarding support tickets or technical questions you’ve asked about a circuit.
    We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.

4. Data Security & SSL Protection

We take the security of your technical data seriously.

  • Encryption: Your personal information is protected behind secured networks and is encrypted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
  • Malware Protection: Our site undergoes regular security scanning to ensure your visit is safe from vulnerabilities.

5. Cookie Usage & Management

Cookies are tiny files that help us remember your preferences (like whether you prefer Dark Mode or your previous search history). We use them to compile aggregate data about site traffic so we can offer better tools in the future. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some technical features of the site may function differently.
Third-Party Services
Procirel uses trusted third-party services such as Google AdSense and Google Analytics. These services may use cookies, JavaScript, or web beacons to collect information to personalize ads and analyze site usage.
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Where required by law, explicit consent is obtained via a cookie banner.

6. Global Compliance (GDPR, CCPA, & COPPA)

Procirel respects global privacy standards, ensuring users everywhere have control over their data:

  • GDPR (Europe): You have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your data.
  • CCPA (California): We do not “sell” your personal information. You have the right to request a disclosure of what data we have collected.
  • COPPA (Children): Procirel is an educational site, but we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with PII, please contact us immediately for removal.

7. Updates to This Policy

The world of electronics and internet law changes fast. We may update this policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted here immediately, and your continued use of the site signifies your acceptance of these updates.

Contacting Procirel

If you have questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us at contact@procirel.com or visit our Contact Page.