Privacy Policy for Breezy.chat
Last Updated: 20 Oct 2024
Welcome to Breezy.chat! Your privacy is our priority, and we are committed to safeguarding your information under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data. By using Breezy.chat, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information we collect
We collect and process two types of information:
1.1 Personal information
We may collect the following personal information when you interact with Breezy.chat: name, email address, any additional information you provide voluntarily (e.g., when leaving comments or sign up)
1.2 Non-Personal information
We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns on Breezy.chat, including: IP Address, browser type and version, pages visited and time spent, device type and operating system.
2. Basis for processing data under GDPR
We rely on the following lawful bases to process your personal data:
Consent: For sending newsletters and updates (you can withdraw consent at any time).
Legitimate Interests: To improve our website, prevent fraud, and understand usage patterns.
Legal Obligations: For compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.
3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect for:
Enhancing user experience and improving our website,
Responding to your inquiries and feedback,
Sending newsletters or updates with your consent,
Analyzing website performance and usage patterns,
Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies to:
Store your preferences and settings
Improve website functionality and personalization
Collect analytics data on user behavior You may control cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
5. Sharing your information
We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share information with:
Service providers: Third-party providers who help us operate Breezy.chat (e.g., analytics, email providers) under strict data protection agreements.
Legal and regulatory bodies: Where required by law or for legal claims.
6. International data transfers
If we transfer your personal data outside the UK, we ensure that adequate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or data adequacy decisions, are in place to protect your information in line with GDPR.
7. Your rights under GDPR
You have rights regarding your personal data, including:
Access: Request details of the data we hold about you.
Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate data.
Erasure: Request deletion of your data, under certain conditions.
Restriction: Request limitations on processing your data.
Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Portability: Request transfer of your data to another provider.To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].
8. Data security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Retention of your data
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. For example, we will retain your email address while you subscribe to our newsletter.
10. Third-Party links
Breezy.chat may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be updated accordingly.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at: [email protected]