Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy

I. Terms of Use

Welcome to Whistology (hereinafter referred to as "the Website"). By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our Website.

1. Intellectual Property Rights and Copyright Notice

All content published on this Website, including but not limited to text, scientific articles, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, is the intellectual property of Whistology or its content creators and is protected by international copyright laws and Italian intellectual property regulations.

  • Prohibitions: You are strictly prohibited from reproducing, distributing, modifying, displaying, performing, or transmitting any of the content on this Website without the prior written permission of Whistology.
  • Limited License: Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, and revocable license to access and make personal use of this Website. This license does not include any resale or commercial use of this Website or its contents.
  • Copyright Infringement Notification (Notice and Takedown): Whistology operates in good faith. We make every effort to ensure that the content published is original or properly licensed. However, if you believe that any material posted on this Website infringes upon your copyright or intellectual property rights, please notify us immediately at info[at]whistology[dot]com. Upon receipt of a valid and verified notice, we commit to the prompt removal of the infringing material. We assume no liability for materials published in good faith prior to such notification.

2. Medical and Scientific Disclaimer

The content provided on Whistology, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, exercises, techniques, and other material, is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only.

  • Not Medical Advice: The information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
  • Scientific Validity: While we strive to reference scientific data where possible, the exercises or practices described may not be universally validated by the scientific community.
  • Assumption of Risk: Reliance on any information provided by Whistology is solely at your own risk. Whistology is not responsible for any injuries or damages resulting from the execution of exercises or the application of advice found on this Website.

3. Disclaimer of Warranties ("As Is" Provision)

The services and information contained on Whistology are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

  • Whistology makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of this Website or the accuracy, completeness, or scientific validity of the information, content, or materials included herein.
  • To the full extent permissible by applicable law, Whistology disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
  • We do not warrant that this Website, its servers, or emails sent from Whistology are free of viruses or other harmful components.

4. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Whistology, its administrators, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages resulting from:

  • Errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies of content;
  • Personal injury or property damage resulting from your access to and use of our Website;
  • Any unauthorized access to or use of our secure servers and/or any personal information stored therein;
  • Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from our Website.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Whistology. We assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

II. Privacy Policy

At Whistology, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This section details how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. The types of data processed include:

  • Log Data: Our servers automatically record information that your browser sends whenever you visit the Website ("Log Data"). This may include your computer's Internet Protocol ("IP") address, browser type, browser version, the pages of our Website that you visit, the time and date of your visit, and the time spent on those pages.
  • Device Information: We may collect specific information about the device you use to access Whistology, including the hardware model and operating system.
  • Voluntary Information: If you contact us via email or forms, we may collect personal data such as your name, email address, and the content of your message.

2. Purpose of Data Processing

The data collected is processed strictly for the following purposes:

  • Service Maintenance: To operate, maintain, and ensure the functionality of the Website.
  • Analytics: To monitor and analyze traffic and usage trends to improve user experience (using aggregated and anonymous data).
  • Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security breaches.

3. Data Retention and Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) to outside parties. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in operating our Website (e.g., hosting providers), so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential and compliant with data protection laws.

III. GDPR Compliance (For European Users)

In strict compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR) and the Italian Legislative Decree no. 196/2003 (Code regarding the protection of personal data), as amended by Legislative Decree no. 101/2018, we provide the following specific information for users located in the European Economic Area (EEA) and Italy.

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data only when a specific lawful basis applies, as per Art. 6 of the GDPR:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for a specific purpose (e.g., accepting cookies).
  • Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f)): Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., network security, fraud prevention, service optimization), provided these interests are not overridden by your fundamental rights and freedoms.
  • Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)): Processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which Whistology is subject under Italian or EU law.

2. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the GDPR and Italian Law, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of Access (Art. 15): To obtain confirmation as to whether or not personal data concerning you is being processed, and access to that data.
  • Right to Rectification (Art. 16): To obtain the rectification of inaccurate personal data without undue delay.
  • Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten") (Art. 17): To obtain the erasure of personal data under specific conditions (e.g., data no longer necessary).
  • Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18): To request the limitation of processing in certain circumstances.
  • Right to Data Portability (Art. 20): To receive your data in a structured, commonly used format and transmit it to another controller.
  • Right to Object (Art. 21): To object to processing based on legitimate interests.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

3. Data Controller

Identity of the Data Controller: The entity responsible for the processing of any technical data (Data Controller) is the Owner of the Website Domain.

Contact Email: info[at]whistology[dot]com

To exercise your rights, please contact the Data Controller at the email address provided above.

IV. Cookie Policy

This Website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze traffic.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and provide information to site owners.

2. Types of Cookies Used

  • Technical Cookies (Strictly Necessary): Essential for the correct functioning of the Website. They do not require user consent under Italian law.
  • Analytical Cookies: Used to collect information, in an aggregated and anonymous form, about the number of users and how they visit the Website. We use these solely for statistical purposes to improve the site.

3. Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to refuse to accept cookies and to delete cookies. You can obtain up-to-date information about blocking and deleting cookies via these links:

Note: Blocking all cookies may have a negative impact on the usability of many websites, including Whistology.

V. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms, Policies, and any separate agreements whereby we provide you Services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Italy and the regulations of the European Union.