At Polder News, your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and store data. This Privacy Policy explains our practices in accordance with applicable privacy laws in the Netherlands, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Information We Collect
When you visit Polder News, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other information you provide when subscribing to our newsletter, contacting us, or submitting comments.
- Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and other analytical data collected automatically to improve your experience on our site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tools to enhance site functionality, remember preferences, and understand user behavior.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes including, but not limited to:
- Providing, operating, and maintaining our website.
- Sending newsletters, updates, and relevant content you have subscribed to.
- Responding to inquiries, comments, or requests.
- Understanding user behavior to improve website design and content.
- Complying with legal obligations and ensuring site security.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process your personal information based on:
- Consent: When you subscribe to newsletters or submit personal information voluntarily.
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure site security.
- Legal Compliance: To meet obligations required by law.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
- With service providers who assist us in operating the website and delivering services.
- When required by law or legal process.
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Polder News or its users.
All third-party partners are obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.
5. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to improve site functionality and provide a better user experience. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Types of cookies used:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site.
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.
6. Your Rights
As a user in the Netherlands, you have the following rights under GDPR:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Restriction: Limit the processing of your data in certain situations.
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: [email protected].
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. Polder News is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing personal information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in practices, laws, or services. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this policy, please contact us:
Address: Grevelingen 38, 2641 XZ Pijnacker, Netherlands
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +31 06-56580123
Your privacy matters to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information while providing a safe and informative experience on Polder News.
