At sandos.online, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our users. This GDPR Compliance Statement explains how we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which applies to users located in the European Economic Area (EEA). Even if you are accessing our website from outside the EEA, we aim to follow strong data protection principles globally.
1. What Is GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a data protection law designed to give individuals more control over their personal data and to standardize data protection laws across the European Union.
Under GDPR, personal data refers to any information that can directly or indirectly identify an individual, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- IP address
- Online identifiers
sandos.online respects these principles and processes data lawfully and transparently.
2. Lawful Basis for Data Processing
We only collect and process personal data when there is a lawful basis to do so, including:
- User consent
- Legitimate interest (such as improving website functionality)
- Legal obligations
Personal data is never collected without a clear purpose.
3. Types of Personal Data We Collect
sandos.online may collect the following personal data:
- Name and email address (when voluntarily submitted via contact forms)
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and usage behavior
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as biometric, health, or financial information.
4. How We Use Personal Data
Personal data collected on sandos.online is used for:
- Responding to user inquiries
- Improving website performance and content
- Preventing spam, fraud, and abuse
- Ensuring website security
We do not use personal data for unauthorized marketing or profiling.
5. Data Storage & Retention
Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose or to comply with legal obligations.
When personal data is no longer required:
- It is securely deleted
- Or anonymized where applicable
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard stored data.
6. User Rights Under GDPR
Under GDPR, users have the following rights:
- Right to access personal data
- Right to rectification of incorrect data
- Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to data processing
Users may exercise these rights by contacting us through the Contact Us page.
7. Consent Management
Where required, sandos.online obtains user consent before collecting personal data. Users have the right to:
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data deletion
Withdrawing consent will not affect the legality of data processing carried out prior to withdrawal.
8. Third-Party Data Processors
We may use trusted third-party services for:
- Website analytics
- Advertising
- Hosting
These service providers are required to comply with GDPR or equivalent data protection standards. sandos.online does not sell personal data to third parties.
9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Cookies may be used to:
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve user experience
- Maintain website functionality
Users can manage or disable cookies through browser settings. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.
10. Data Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures, including:
- Secure hosting environments
- Limited access to personal data
- Regular website maintenance
While we strive for strong security, no online system is completely risk-free.
11. Data Breach Procedure
In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to user rights:
- We will take immediate corrective action
- Affected users will be notified where legally required
- Relevant authorities will be informed as per GDPR guidelines
12. International Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect user data.
13. Updates to This Statement
This GDPR Compliance Statement may be updated to reflect changes in legal requirements or data practices. Updates will be published on this page.
14. Contact for GDPR Concerns
For GDPR-related questions, data access requests, or deletion requests, please contact us via the Contact Us page on sandos.online.