Privacy Policy

Effective: 7 April 2026

1. Identity of the Data Controller

The data controller responsible for personal data processed through this website is Diario Vigente, an economic education and information portal operating in Colombia, with principal offices located at Cl. 75 #45-16, Nte. Centro Historico, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia. Contact email: info@diariovigenteco.com. Contact phone: +57 322 228 1024.

This Privacy Policy is issued in compliance with Colombian Law 1581 of 2012 (Ley Estatutaria de Protección de Datos Personales) and its regulatory Decree 1377 of 2013, as well as applicable provisions of Law 1266 of 2008. Where users access this site from outside Colombia, we also acknowledge applicable international data protection standards.

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2. Scope and Purpose of This Policy

This policy describes the categories of personal data we collect, the purposes for which we process that data, the legal basis for processing, the rights of data subjects, and the procedures for exercising those rights. It applies to all personal data collected through the website diariovigenteco.com and any associated contact or registration forms.

Diario Vigente is an educational and informational platform. We do not provide financial advice, investment recommendations, or any personalized financial services. Our processing of personal data is limited to what is necessary to deliver educational content, respond to inquiries, and operate the website.

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3. Categories of Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal data through this website:

• Contact data: name and email address provided when you submit a contact inquiry through our website form.
• Message content: the subject and content of messages submitted through our contact form.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and time spent on pages, collected automatically through server logs and analytics tools when you visit the website.
• Cookie data: data stored in cookies placed on your device, as described in our Cookie Policy. This includes your cookie consent preferences and, where permitted, analytics identifiers.

We do not collect sensitive personal data as defined under Colombian Law 1581 of 2012 (data relating to racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, trade union membership, health, sexual life, or biometric data).

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4. Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes and on the following legal bases under Colombian Law 1581 of 2012:

• Responding to inquiries (legal basis: consent and legitimate interest): When you submit a contact form, we process your name, email address, and message content to review and respond to your inquiry. You provide this data voluntarily and consent to its use for this purpose.
• Website operation and security (legal basis: legitimate interest): We process technical data to maintain the security and functionality of the website, diagnose technical problems, and prevent unauthorized access.
• Analytics (legal basis: consent): Where you have consented through our cookie consent interface, we process analytics data to understand how visitors use the website and to improve its content and structure. You may withdraw this consent at any time through the cookie settings.
• Legal compliance (legal basis: legal obligation): We may process and retain data to the extent required by applicable Colombian law, including tax, accounting, and record-keeping obligations.

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5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, subject to any longer retention periods required by applicable law.

• Contact form submissions and associated correspondence: retained for up to 24 months from the date of the last communication, after which they are securely deleted unless a longer retention period is required by law.
• Technical log data: retained for up to 12 months for security and diagnostic purposes.
• Analytics data: retained in accordance with the terms of the analytics service provider and your consent preferences. You may request deletion at any time.
• Cookie consent records: retained for the duration of the consent period (12 months) and then refreshed or deleted.

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6. Disclosure of Personal Data to Third Parties

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

• Service providers: We use third-party service providers to operate the website, including web hosting providers and analytics services. These providers process data on our behalf under data processing agreements and are contractually required to protect your data.
• Legal requirements: We may disclose personal data to competent Colombian authorities (including the Superintendencia de Industria y Comercio) where required by law, court order, or regulatory obligation.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, personal data may be transferred to the successor entity, subject to the same protections described in this policy.

We do not transfer personal data to recipients outside Colombia except where required by law or where adequate safeguards are in place as recognized under Colombian data protection law.

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7. Rights of Data Subjects

Under Colombian Law 1581 of 2012, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

• Right to know: You have the right to request information about the personal data we hold about you and how it is processed.
• Right of access: You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you and to receive a copy.
• Right to rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to deletion: You have the right to request deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, subject to any legal retention obligations.
• Right to revoke consent: Where processing is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
• Right to complain: You have the right to file a complaint with the Superintendencia de Industria y Comercio (SIC), the Colombian data protection authority, if you believe your rights have been violated.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@diariovigenteco.com with the subject line "Data Subject Request." We will respond within the timeframes established by Colombian law.

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8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include the use of HTTPS encryption for data transmission, access controls limiting who within our organization can access personal data, and regular review of our security practices.

No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights, we will notify you and the relevant authorities in accordance with applicable Colombian law.

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9. Cookies

This website uses cookies. A cookie is a small text file placed on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies to enable essential website functionality, analyze site usage (where you have consented), and remember your preferences. Full details of the cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage them are provided in our Cookie Policy.

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10. Children's Privacy

This website is directed at adult professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal data from persons under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a minor, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us at info@diariovigenteco.com.

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11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable law, or regulatory guidance. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

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12. Contact and Supervisory Authority

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact:

Diario Vigente
Cl. 75 #45-16, Nte. Centro Historico, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia
Email: info@diariovigenteco.com
Phone: +57 322 228 1024

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Superintendencia de Industria y Comercio (SIC), the Colombian data protection supervisory authority, at www.sic.gov.co.