1. Introduction
Welcome to Europe Elects. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data We Collect
We collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Newsletter subscriptions (e.g., email addresses).
- Website analytics data (e.g., IP address, browser type, and pages visited).
- Cookies and tracking data (see Section 6 for more details).
We do not collect sensitive personal data, such as political opinions, except when expressed in articles authored by our members.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- Sending newsletters to subscribers who opt in.
- Analyzing website traffic to improve content and user experience.
- Ensuring website functionality.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process your data based on:
- Consent (for newsletter subscriptions and cookies).
- Legitimate Interest (for website analytics and performance improvements).
5. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We do not sell or share personal data with third parties except when necessary for providing our services, including:
- Newsletter service provider (used for managing email subscriptions).
- Website analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics or similar tools).
We also include social media buttons that link to our official accounts. These may lead to external websites with their own privacy policies.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and enhance functionality. Some cookies may be set by third-party services like Google Analytics.
If we use a cookie banner, users can manage cookie preferences and opt out of non-essential cookies. If you are unsure whether this option is available, check your website settings or ask your administrator.
7. Data Storage and Retention
- Newsletter subscription data is retained indefinitely unless a user unsubscribes.
- Website analytics data is stored by our analytics provider. The retention period depends on their settings.
- We currently do not store personal data beyond what is required for the services mentioned.
If data is stored outside the European Union, we will ensure appropriate safeguards, such as agreements based on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to protect your data.
8. Your GDPR Rights
As a user, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccuracies in your data.
- Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”).
- Withdraw consent for newsletter subscriptions and cookies.
- Object to data processing in certain cases.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
9. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions, reach us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Address: Rossbachtalstrasse 10, 56479 Oberrossbach
10. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.