Privacy Policy | stathis roukas

Last updated: 25.09.2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to www.stathisroukas.com. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us, and we are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, https://www.stathisroukas.com/. It also outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

By using our Website, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing your personal data on this website is:

Stathis Roukas
Richard Sorge Str. 79
10249, Berlin, Germany
Email: stathis.roukas@gmail.com

3. Types of Data Collected

We collect the following types of personal data from our users:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, time zone settings, and operating system.
Usage Data: Information about how you use our Website, including the pages you visit, the links you click, and other behavioral data.
Cookies Data: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience (See Section 8: Cookies).

4. How We Collect Data

We collect personal data through the following methods:

Information You Provide: When you voluntarily fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us via email.
Automated Technologies: Through the use of cookies, server logs, and other technologies that automatically collect data when you visit the Website.

5. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain the Website.
To personalize your user experience and deliver content tailored to your preferences.
To improve our Website, services, and user interactions.
To respond to your inquiries, process your requests, and provide customer support.
To comply with legal obligations, such as maintaining business records or responding to legal requests.

6. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds, in accordance with Article 6(1) of the GDPR:

Your Consent: For sending newsletters or marketing communications (Article 6(1)(a)).
Performance of a Contract: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party (Article 6(1)(b)).
Legitimate Interest: For activities such as website analysis and service improvement (Article 6(1)(f)).
Legal Obligations: To comply with laws applicable to our operations (Article 6(1)(c)).

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following instances:

Service Providers: With trusted third-party companies who help us operate our Website and services, such as hosting, analytics, and email delivery providers.
Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or legal process, such as a court order.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition of the company, your personal data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

All third-party service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are required to process your data in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze Website traffic. A cookie is a small file stored on your device that helps us recognize your preferences on repeat visits.

You may opt to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to fully use certain features of the Website.

9. International Data Transfers

As part of our operations, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When we transfer your data to such countries, we ensure that it is adequately protected by ensuring that one of the following safeguards is in place:

Data transfer agreements incorporating the European Commission’s standard contractual clauses.
Transfers to countries recognized by the European Commission as providing adequate protection.
Where applicable, other appropriate safeguards in compliance with the GDPR.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. Once data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure access controls.

However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights under the GDPR:

Right of Access: You have the right to request access to your personal data.
Right to Rectification: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): You can request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
Right to Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request the limitation of data processing.
Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your data under certain conditions, such as direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent: If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Email Address].

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to periodically review this policy for any updates.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us:

Stathis Roukas

Richard Sorge Str. 79

10249, Berlin, Germany

Email: stathis.roukas@gmail.com