Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Villageartsandflowers.net is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, processed, and safeguarded.

2. Data Collection

Users may browse this website without providing personal data. Personal data is only collected if voluntarily submitted, such as through contact forms or written correspondence.

Types of data may include:

  • Name (if provided voluntarily)

  • Postal information (if submitted)

  • Technical data such as browser type, device information, IP address, and access timestamps (server logs)

3. Purpose of Processing

Personal data is processed solely for:

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Maintaining website functionality

  • Ensuring system security and stability

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with:

  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)

  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in secure website operation)

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the intended purpose or as required by statutory obligations.

6. Data Sharing

Personal data is not shared with third parties unless required by law or necessary for technical hosting services under strict data protection agreements.

7. Cookies and Technical Tracking

This website may use essential technical cookies necessary for proper functionality. No profiling or automated decision-making processes are conducted.

Users may configure browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect site functionality.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

Users have the right to:

  • Access their stored personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion where legally permissible

  • Restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

9. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.