1. General Information
Protecting your personal data is important to us. This privacy policy explains which data we process, why, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
This website is purely educational. We do not sell products or provide paid services.
2. Data Controller
The data controller for personal data processing is the operator of bestofwaynecounty.com.
3. Access Data and Server Logs
When visiting the website, certain information is automatically collected, including:
- IP address (may be anonymized depending on hosting)
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL
These data are used to maintain the website, ensure security, and analyze usage patterns. The legal basis is GDPR Art. 6(1)(f) – legitimate interest.
4. Cookies
The website may use cookies for basic functionality or analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Some functions may not work fully if cookies are disabled.
5. Contact Form
If you contact us via the website form, we process the data you provide (e.g., name, message, and optional information) to respond to your inquiry.
Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(b) for communication or Art. 6(1)(f) for legitimate interest.
Data is stored only as long as necessary to respond or as legally required.
6. Comments or Interactions
If comments are enabled, personal data such as username and comment content may be stored to provide functionality and prevent abuse. Legal basis: GDPR Art. 6(1)(f).
7. Analytics and Tracking
We may use analytics tools to understand site usage. These are only used with proper legal grounds, including consent if required.
8. Data Sharing
We do not share personal data with third parties except:
- Necessary service providers (hosting, technical support)
- Legal obligations
- Explicit consent
9. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as needed for the stated purpose or legal requirements. Afterward, it is deleted or anonymized.
10. Your Rights
You have rights under GDPR to:
- Access your data (Art. 15)
- Correct inaccurate data (Art. 16)
- Delete your data (Art. 17)
- Restrict processing (Art. 18)
- Data portability (Art. 20)
- Object to processing (Art. 21)
Consent-based processing can be withdrawn at any time.
11. Complaints
You may complain to a data protection authority if you believe your rights are violated.
12. Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access or misuse. Complete security cannot be guaranteed.
13. No Financial, Legal, or Investment Advice
All content is purely informational. No financial, legal, tax, or investment advice is provided. All actions based on this information are your responsibility.