Privacy Policy
We appreciate your interest in our website. Protecting your privacy is very important to us. Below, we provide detailed information about how we handle your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data Controller
BalticFlyFisher
Annelie Longhurst
Beekfeld 7
21255 Tostedt
Germany
Phone: +49 4182 291312
Email: info@balticflyfisher.com
2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data
We collect the following personal data to fulfill the purposes mentioned below:
– Name
– Email Address
– Physical Address
Purposes of data collection:
– Contract fulfillment
– Responding to inquiries
Data processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract performance) or your consent under Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.
3. Transfer of Data to Third Parties
Your personal data is shared with the following third parties only as necessary:
– Payment service providers as part of the purchasing process via Shopify
– WeClapp (inventory management system)
No data is transferred to countries outside the EU or EEA.
4. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance the functionality of our website. This includes:
– Essential cookies: Required for basic website functions
– Analytical cookies: Used to improve our website and services
Cookie usage is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest). For more information on cookies and how to disable them, refer to our Cookie Policy.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data for a maximum of 5 years or until the purpose of the data processing has been fulfilled.
6. Data Subject Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
– Right of access (Article 15 GDPR)
– Right to rectification (Article 16 GDPR)
– Right to erasure (Article 17 GDPR)
– Right to restriction of processing (Article 18 GDPR)
– Right to data portability (Article 20 GDPR)
– Right to object (Article 21 GDPR)
– Right to withdraw consent (Article 7(3) GDPR)
7. Contact Form
When using our contact form, we collect the following data:
– First Name
– Last Name
– Email Address
– Physical Address
This data is retained for a maximum of 5 years and is used exclusively for responding to your inquiry.
8. Hosting
Our website is hosted by IONOS:
IONOS SE
Elgendorfer Str. 57
56410 Montabaur
Germany
No server logs are stored.
9. Social Media Plugins
We use social media plugins from:
– Facebook
– Instagram
– YouTube
We do not provide interactive features for these platforms.
10. Security Measures
Your personal data is stored securely in our inventory management system WeClapp, which is protected by appropriate technical and organizational measures.
11. Data Protection Officer
Stuart Longhurst
Email: stuart@balticflyfisher.com
12. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy to comply with changing legal requirements or to reflect changes in our services.
13. Contact
If you have questions about data protection, please contact our Data Protection Officer at the contact information provided above.
Cookie Policy
At BalticFlyFisher, we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options for managing cookies. (Last updated: 12/2024)
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owner.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functioning of our website. Without these cookies, some features may not work properly.
Examples include:
– Remembering your login details
– Maintaining the security of the website
b) Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously.
Examples include:
– Tracking website performance
– Measuring page load times
c) Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering language preferences or region selection.
d) Third-Party Cookies
We use cookies from third-party providers to support services such as analytics and social media integration. For example:
– Google Analytics (to track user behavior on our website)
– Shopify (to manage shopping cart and order functionality)
– Social media plugins (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
– Ensure the proper functioning of our website
– Improve your browsing experience
– Analyze visitor behavior to optimize our content
– Enable secure online transactions through our Shopify store
4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
The use of essential cookies is based on our legitimate interest under Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
For non-essential cookies, we rely on your consent as per Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. You will be asked to accept or decline cookies via our cookie banner upon visiting our website.
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to manage or disable cookies at any time. Here are the options available:
a) Cookie Banner
You can accept or decline non-essential cookies via our cookie banner displayed when you visit our website.
b) Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can disable cookies, delete existing cookies, or set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being placed.
For more information, visit your browser’s help section:
– Chrome
– Firefox
– Safari
– Edge
c) Opt-Out Tools
To opt-out of tracking cookies used for analytics and advertising, visit the following tools:
– Google Analytics Opt-Out
– Your Online Choices
6. Data Sharing with Third Parties
Some cookies involve sharing data with third parties such as:
– Google Analytics (for website analytics)
– Shopify (for shopping cart and order processing)
– Social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
These third parties may process your data outside the EU. We ensure compliance with GDPR by using providers with adequate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
7. Cookie Retention Periods
The retention period for cookies varies:
– Session Cookies: These are deleted when you close your browser.
– Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
BalticFlyFisher
Email: info@balticflyfisher.com
Phone: +49 4182 291312
This Cookie Policy ensures transparency about the cookies used and provides users with control over their preferences, as required by GDPR.