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Why is there an annual membership fee?

We charge a nominal annual fee for three key reasons:
 

  1. Human Identity Verification. In an era where AI-generated accounts and automated bots are increasingly common, a small paid membership helps confirm that each participant is a verified human. This preserves the authenticity and credibility of our member community.
     

  2. Operational Sustainability. The fee covers essential operating costs, including platform maintenance, hosting, and secure data management, allowing us to keep the site stable and independent.
     

  3. Dedicated Curation and Community Management. A portion of each membership supports our curator team, who ensure the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the information and discussions hosted on the site. This investment helps maintain a valuable, human-guided resource you can trust.

How Affarico Addresses GDPR Requirements

Is Affarico compliant with GDPR?
Affarico is designed with privacy and data protection in mind, and we operate in alignment with the core principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We collect only the minimum personal data necessary to provide membership access and community functionality. We do not sell, rent, or trade user data. Note: This information explains our practices but is not legal advice.

What personal data do you collect?
We collect only what is required to create and manage your account, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Membership details (plan type, billing status)

We do not collect unnecessary personal details or monitor behavior across other websites.

Why do you collect personal data?
We collect data solely for:

  • Account creation and authentication

  • Membership billing and access management

  • Sending service-related updates (e.g., new features, membership notices)

We do not use your data for profiling, targeted advertising, or third-party marketing.

Do you share personal data with third parties?
Only when necessary to operate the service.
Examples include:

  • Payment processors (for subscription billing)

  • Platform services used to host Affarico

These providers are contractually bound to process data securely and only for the intended purpose.
We do not sell or provide personal data for advertising or marketing.

Where is my data stored?
Data is stored securely through our hosting and platform providers. We use reputable, GDPR-aligned infrastructure providers with appropriate security certifications.

How long do you retain personal data?
Only as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain your account, or

  • Meet legal or financial record-keeping requirements

If your account is closed, we delete or anonymise personal data unless retention is required for legal compliance.

Can I request access to or deletion of my data?
Yes. GDPR grants the right to:

  • Request a copy of your personal data (“data access”)

  • Correct any inaccuracies (“rectification”)

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Request a restriction on processing

You can make a request anytime by contacting us at: info@klapatche.com
We will respond within the GDPR-required timeframe.

How do you protect my data?
Affarico uses a combination of:

  • Encrypted transmission (HTTPS / SSL)

  • Role-based access control

  • Limited staff access to personal data

  • Monitoring and auditing of access to account information

Only authorised personnel can access data for operational purposes.

Do you track my activity or behaviour?
No. Affarico does not use behavioural tracking, invasive analytics, or third-party ad trackers. Minimal analytics may be used to understand platform usage (e.g., which pages are accessed most frequently), but these are anonymised and not tied to individual accounts.

How do I withdraw consent or unsubscribe from communication?
Every email from us includes an unsubscribe link.
For data-processing consent withdrawal or account closure, simply contact us at: info@klapatche.com

Who do I contact for GDPR matters?
For all data privacy questions or requests, contact:
Data Protection Contact: info@klapatche.com

Affarico is committed to transparency, minimal data usage, and giving you full control of your personal information.

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