EcoTechNews

A news site that features articles about the environment and ecological technologies

    • Effective Date: [6.2.2025]

    At Ecotechnews.world, accessible at www.ecotechnews.world, we are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Finnish Data Protection Act, and other applicable privacy laws worldwide.

    1. Data Controller

    Ecotechnews.world is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

    Contact Information:
    [email protected]

    2. Information We Collect

    We may collect the following types of personal data:

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    • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (if provided).

    • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information collected through cookies or similar technologies.

    • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and other analytics.

    • Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting us through forms, comments, or email.

    • User-Generated Content: Comments posted on our articles.

    • Subscription Data: Email addresses provided for newsletter subscriptions.

    3. How We Use Your Data

    Your data is used for the following purposes:

    • To provide and improve our services.

    • To respond to your inquiries and communications.

    • To publish and moderate comments submitted by users.

    • To send newsletters and updates to subscribers.

    • To analyze website performance and user behavior.

    • To comply with legal obligations.

    4. Legal Basis for Processing

    Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:

    • Consent: When you provide your consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters or posting comments).

    • Contractual Necessity: When processing is required to fulfill a contract with you.

    • Legal Obligation: When processing is necessary to comply with the law.

    • Legitimate Interest: When processing is required for our legitimate interests and does not override your rights.

    5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

    We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your preferences and improve website functionality.

    Types of Cookies We Use

    • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for website operation and cannot be disabled.

    • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site by collecting anonymous statistics.

    • Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences and settings.

    • Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party services to provide relevant advertisements.

    Managing Cookies

    You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

    6. Data Sharing

    We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your data with:

    • Service providers who assist in website hosting, analytics, email delivery, or other functions.

    • Legal authorities, if required by law.

    • Partners, only when explicitly agreed upon by you.

    7. International Data Transfers

    Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When this occurs, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place to protect your data. These safeguards include:

    • Implementing Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.

    • Transferring data only to third-party providers that adhere to GDPR-equivalent privacy standards.

    • Ensuring that third-party services, such as Google Analytics and email marketing platforms, comply with international data protection regulations.

    8. Data Retention

    We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Specifically:

    • Subscription Data (e.g., email addresses for newsletters) is retained until you unsubscribe.

    • Analytical Data (e.g., website usage statistics) is retained for a maximum of 24 months.

    • Comments remain publicly visible on our website unless deleted by the user or upon request.

    After these retention periods, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

    9. Your Rights

    Under the GDPR and other applicable laws, you have the following rights:

    • Access: Request access to your personal data.

    • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

    • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.

    • Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.

    • Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization.

    • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent).

    To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

    10. Data Security

    We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

    11. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review the policy periodically.

    12. Complaints

    If you believe your rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with a supervisory authority, such as the Office of the Data Protection Ombudsman in Finland.

    13. Contact Us

    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

    Email: [email protected]