EU Privacy & Data Protection Policy (GDPR Compliant)
Effective Date: April 20, 2025
Last Updated: April 20, 2025
At The Vac Plat, we are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and respecting your privacy rights as a visitor from the European Union.
1. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU resident, you have the right to:
- ✅ Access the personal data we hold about you
- 📝 Correct or update inaccurate data
- 🗑️ Request the deletion of your personal data
- 🚫 Object to or restrict certain processing of your data
- 📦 Request a copy of your data in a portable format (data portability)
- ❌ Withdraw consent at any time (for consent-based processing)
To exercise these rights, contact us at: dan@vacplat.com
2. Legal Basis for Processing
We only collect and process personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so, including:
- Consent (you voluntarily give us permission)
- Contractual necessity (to fulfill a request you made)
- Legal obligation
- Legitimate interest (to improve our website or communication)
3. Types of Data We Collect
We may collect:
- Name, email, and other info you enter in forms
- IP address, browser type, and device info
- Page views, site behavior, and click actions (via analytics tools)
We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, religion, politics).
4. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Analyze traffic and improve the site
- Store preferences
- Track usage with tools like Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Google Tag Manager
If you’re visiting from the EU, you will be prompted to accept or reject cookies in accordance with GDPR.
You can also adjust cookie preferences in your browser at any time.
5. Data Storage & Retention
Your data is stored securely and only for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. We review data regularly and delete it when no longer needed.
6. International Data Transfers
Some of our tools (like Google services or web hosting) may transfer data outside the EU. We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- GDPR-compliant service providers
7. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools (e.g., Google, Shopify, email providers) that process personal data under their own privacy policies and GDPR standards.
We only work with services that are GDPR-compliant or provide equivalent protections.
8. How to File a Complaint
If you believe we have violated your data protection rights, you have the right to file a complaint with your national Data Protection Authority (DPA) in the EU.
9. Contact Us
For any questions about this policy or to request access to your data:
📧 Email: dan@vacplat.com
🌍 Site: www.vacplat.com