In accordance with Article 10 of Spanish Law 34/2002 of July 11 on Information Society Services and Electronic Commerce (LSSICE), we provide the following legal information.
1. Website Owner Identification
Owner: Octavio Ortega Esteban
Spanish Tax ID (NIF): ES03892442Z
Professional Address: C/ Concilios de Toledo 2, portal 7, 4B — Toledo, Spain
Email: octavio@kerchak.com
Academic Qualification: Graduate in Psychology — Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)
Professional Field: Cybersecurity and cyberdefense (Indra Sistemas S.A.)
Country of Establishment: Spain
2. Purpose and Scope
These legal terms govern the use of the website netpsychology.org (hereinafter, “the Website”), whose purpose is to publish educational content on cyberpsychology, cognitive biases in digital environments, gaming psychology, social media behavior, and the psychological dimensions of online life.
The Website is an independent educational publication. It does not constitute the professional practice of psychology, clinical services, or any regulated health activity.
3. Conditions of Access
3.1. Access to and use of the Website grants user status and implies acceptance of these legal terms.
3.2. Users agree to use the Website in accordance with Spanish and European law.
3.3. Any illegal use, or use that may harm third-party rights and interests, is prohibited.
3.4. For complete terms governing use of the Website, please refer to our Terms of Use.
4. Intellectual and Industrial Property
4.1. All Website content (texts, images, design, structure, source code, logos, trademarks) is owned by the proprietor or used with proper authorization.
4.2. Reproduction, distribution, public communication, and transformation of content is prohibited without express permission.
4.3. Limited use of content for personal, educational, or informational purposes is permitted under the CC BY-NC 4.0 license, provided the source is properly cited and a link to the original article is included.
4.4. Commercial use, republication of full articles, and use of content to train machine learning or artificial intelligence models require express written authorization.
5. Educational Content and Professional Disclaimer
5.1. IMPORTANT: Information provided on this Website is exclusively for informational and educational purposes regarding the psychology of digital environments.
5.2. Although the owner holds a Degree in Psychology from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), the Website is not a psychology practice, consultation service, or clinical resource. The owner does not practice clinical psychology and is not registered with the Consejo General de la Psicología as a practicing psychologist. Content published on this Website reflects educational commentary on published research.
5.3. Content published on this Website does not replace:
- Consultation with a licensed mental health professional
- Professional diagnosis
- Psychological or psychiatric treatment
- In-person or online therapy
5.4. No professional, therapeutic, or clinical relationship is established between the owner and readers, visitors, or correspondents of this Website.
5.5. We strongly recommend that any person experiencing symptoms of psychological distress, anxiety, depression, or any other mental health concern consult a qualified, licensed mental health professional.
5.6. In case of psychological emergency or suicidal thoughts:
Spanish Emergency Services:
- Suicide Prevention Line: 024
- General Emergency: 112
- Hope Phone (Teléfono de la Esperanza): 717 003 717
International Crisis Lines:
- USA: 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
- UK: 116 123 (Samaritans)
- International directory: findahelpline.com
To find a licensed psychologist in Spain, please consult the Consejo General de la Psicología.
6. Link Policy
6.1. Third-party links: The Website may contain links to external sites, including academic sources, news outlets, and reference materials. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these third-party sites.
6.2. Links to our site: No prior authorization is required to link to the Website, provided legality and third-party rights are respected, and the link does not suggest any relationship, endorsement, or affiliation that does not exist.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1. We do not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted, or error-free availability of the Website.
7.2. We disclaim liability, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, for:
- Errors, omissions, or outdated information in published content
- Damages resulting from inappropriate use or interpretation of information
- Technical problems, service interruptions, or loss of data
- Content of third-party sites linked from the Website
- Decisions made by users based on information obtained from the Website
7.3. The Website publishes educational content reflecting the state of research at the time of writing. Scientific understanding evolves, and articles may not reflect the most current findings.
8. Data Protection
Personal data processing is governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, in accordance with:
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation — GDPR)
- Spanish Organic Law 3/2018 of December 5 on Personal Data Protection and Digital Rights Guarantee (LOPDGDD)
9. Advertising and Affiliation
9.1. The Website is funded in part through advertising and affiliate relationships, which may include:
- Google AdSense advertising
- Third-party advertising networks
- Affiliate links
- Sponsored content (clearly and prominently identified as such)
9.2. All advertising is clearly identified. Editorial content is not influenced by advertising or affiliate relationships.
9.3. For details on cookies used by advertising partners, please see our Cookie Policy.
10. Minors
10.1. The Website is intended for persons over 16 years of age, in accordance with Article 7 of Spanish Organic Law 3/2018 (LOPDGDD).
10.2. Minors under 16 require verifiable consent from a parent or legal guardian to provide personal data through the Website.
10.3. If we become aware that a user under 16 has provided personal data without proper consent, we will delete such data without undue delay.
11. Editorial Standards
Although this Website does not constitute the professional practice of psychology, the owner is committed to editorial standards consistent with scientific integrity and responsible science communication, including:
- Accurate citation of peer-reviewed academic sources
- Transparent disclosure of limitations, ongoing debates, and uncertainty in emerging research
- Editorial review of content prior to publication
- Correction or update of articles when factual errors or outdated citations are identified
- Respect for the complexity of mental health topics and avoidance of sensationalism
Readers who identify factual errors or outdated citations are encouraged to contact us at octavio@kerchak.com.
12. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify these legal terms to reflect changes in applicable law, site functionality, or editorial policy. Changes will be published on this page with the last update date indicated. Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
13. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
13.1. These legal terms are governed by Spanish law.
13.2. For any disputes, parties submit to the Courts of Toledo (Spain), except where mandatory consumer protection laws of the user’s country of residence require otherwise.
13.3. For users in the European Union, the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform is also available.
14. Contact
For questions about this Legal Notice:
Email: octavio@kerchak.com
Postal Address: C/ Concilios de Toledo 2, portal 7, 4B — Toledo, Spain
Last updated: April 24, 2026.