This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the Policy) explains how and for what purpose WavyMommy (hereinafter referred to as the Operator) collects, stores, transfers, or otherwise processes Users’ personal data, and also defines Users’ rights regarding the processing of Personal Data.
The scope and categories of personal data processed, the purposes of collecting personal data, and the legal grounds for collection
The Operator collects Personal Data in the following cases:
- When the User visits the Website
When a User visits the Website, the Operator collects information about their device, such as the HTTP header, IP address, device type, operating system, and browser settings, such as the type of browser used, browser language, and time zone.
The Operator collects this information to track the device in case of misuse or illegal activities in connection with visiting or using the Website. The safe and proper functioning of the Website is in our mutual interest, so data processing is based on legitimate interests. The Site’s traffic logs are stored for 12 months and then deleted. If the Operator investigates suspicious activity, the logs are stored until the investigation is complete.
- Upon registration
When a User registers on the Website and creates an account, the Operator saves the User’s email address and chosen username. This is necessary for interaction within the framework of the Terms of Use (hereinafter referred to as the Terms), under which the Operator provides the User with access to the Website.
- After registering on the Website
The Operator collects information about the User’s reviews, likes, comments, messages, and any other actions they perform using their account. Some of this information is publicly available.
The processing of this data is necessary to personalize our services and to meet the needs of Users. The legal basis is compliance with the Rules. User reviews, comments, and certain other activities will not be deleted from the Site if the User deletes their account. Any personal information that the User has included in the text of their review or comment will remain on the Site.
- When the User contacts the Operator
When the User contacts the Operator by filling out a support request form on the Site, we collect their name and email address, as well as any information they enter in the text of their request. If the User is logged into their account, this information will be linked to their profile. Please do not submit confidential personal data or documents relating to yourself or others unless specifically requested by the Operator.
The Operator collects and processes this information to respond to Users’ questions and provide them with support. The legal basis is compliance with the Rules and the legitimate interests of the Site. This data will be stored for five years. The data may also be stored for longer if the Operator has reason to believe that it may be needed in the future, for example, to defend against legal claims.
Cookies and tracking
A cookie is a small file that is sent to the User’s computer when they visit the Site. When the User visits the Site again, the cookie allows the Site to recognize their browser. On the Site, the Operator collects data using cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons, tracking pixels, pixel tags) to analyze how the User uses the Site so that we can improve it, to recognize the User when they log in and provide them with a more comfortable experience on the Site, for statistical purposes, and to deliver targeted advertising.
We use the following types of cookies:
Essential cookies. These cookies are necessary for Users to navigate the Site and access its features. They also help the Operator to ensure that the Website is functioning properly and to correct any errors, simplify navigation, and personalize the Website by remembering the User’s preferences and settings. Without these cookies, some services may not function properly.
Advertising cookies. These cookies are used on the Website to improve the Operator’s products and services and to display more relevant advertising through advertising partners. Cookies accompanying advertisements allow them to evaluate the effectiveness of advertising. Our advertisers may also use cookies that they have placed on the User’s device when browsing other websites. This is done in order to know that the User has already seen a particular advertisement or to match the User with an existing database.
The basis for processing any personal data from cookies is legitimate interest. This data is stored for varying periods of time, depending on the type of cookie and its purpose.
Please note that most web browsers allow the User to configure cookie settings. However, if the User has restricted the ability to set cookies, this may affect the overall experience and enjoyment of the Site, as it will no longer be personalized.
User rights, updating, correcting, deleting, and destroying personal data
- The User has the right to receive information regarding the processing of their personal data.
- The user has the right to request that the Operator clarify their personal data, block or destroy it if the personal data is incomplete, outdated, inaccurate, illegally obtained, or unnecessary for the stated purpose of processing, as well as to take measures provided for by law to protect their rights.
Measures to protect information
- To protect the confidentiality of the User’s personal data, the Operator implements a number of technical, physical, and administrative measures. The Operator constantly tests and updates the security technologies used. Only those employees who need to have this information in order to provide the User with access to the Site have access to the data.
- The Operator does not disclose to third parties or distribute Personal Data without the User’s consent, unless otherwise provided by law.
User requests
- Information about the User’s personal data processed by the Operator is provided to the User or their representative upon request.
- The User has the right to withdraw consent to the processing of their personal data.
- All requests regarding the processing of personal data shall be sent in writing by contacting the Website Support Service through the support section on the Website.
Changes and updates to this Privacy Policy
The current Policy is subject to change. The Operator reserves the right to change it at any time, for any reason, without prior notice, except for posting an updated version of the privacy policy on the Website. The Operator may send periodic notifications of changes to the policy and terms of use by email, as well as send users email messages about significant changes to them, but the User should periodically visit the Site to see the current Privacy Policy and any changes that may have been made to it.