Privacy Policy for SaveFormula1.com
1. Introduction
At SaveFormula1.com (“we”, “our”, or “us”), we are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal data. We operate with a privacy-first mindset and comply fully with the applicable data protection regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and secure your personal data when you visit or interact with our website, saveformula1.com, and sets out your rights and how you can exercise them.
2. Scope and Data Controller
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of saveformula1.com and governs the personal data processing activities conducted via this website. For the purpose of the GDPR and other applicable laws, SaveFormula1.com is the data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data. If you have any questions about this Policy or your data, you may reach us at [email protected].
3. Categories of Data We Process
We may collect and process various categories of personal data, including but not limited to:
a. Usage Data
Data collected through your interaction with our website, including your IP address, browser type, access times, referring website addresses, pages viewed, and session duration.
b. Account Data
Information provided when registering or maintaining an account, including your name, email address, physical address, telephone number, and login credentials.
c. Profile Data
Details generated from your behavior on saveformula1.com, including preferences, saved items, watchlists, interests, and purchase history.
d. Communication Data
Records of your correspondence with us, including messages you send through our contact forms, support requests, feedback, and communication history.
e. Technical Data
Details about the device you use to access saveformula1.com, including hardware model, operating system, unique device identifiers, and browser configurations.
f. Transaction Data
Information related to transactions initiated through the website including payment details (processed securely via compliant third-party providers), delivery or access records, and billing information.
g. Preference Data
Marketing and communication preferences, opt-in/out choices, product interest categories, and responses to surveys or promotions.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your personal data under the lawful bases outlined in Article 6 of the GDPR and relevant provisions of the CCPA:
– Consent: When you have given explicit permission for processing (e.g., for marketing communications).
– Performance of Contract: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you.
– Legal Obligation: When we are required to comply with applicable legal or regulatory obligations.
– Legitimate Interests: For purposes which are not overridden by your interests or fundamental rights and freedoms (e.g., website analytics, fraud prevention).
5. Your Data Protection Rights
In accordance with applicable laws, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:
– Right of Access: To request access to and obtain a copy of your personal data held by us.
– Right to Rectification: To correct or update inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure: To request deletion of your data under certain conditions (“right to be forgotten”).
– Right to Restriction: To restrict the processing of your personal data under specific circumstances.
– Right to Data Portability: To obtain and reuse the personal data you provided to us in a structured, machine-readable format.
California residents also have the right under the CCPA to:
– Know what personal data we collect, where it is sourced, and how it is used;
– Opt-out of the sale of personal data (note: SaveFormula1.com does not sell your data);
– Request the deletion of their personal information;
– Not be subject to discrimination for exercising their rights under the CCPA.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We reserve the right to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security controls to protect your personal data, including:
– Data encryption during transmission using HTTPS/TLS;
– Access controls and user authentication;
– Regular data backups and disaster recovery protocols;
– Ongoing staff training on privacy best practices and regulatory compliance.
Despite these measures, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use secure connections and follow good online hygiene when interacting with saveformula1.com.
7. International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your jurisdiction, including countries that may not offer the same level of data protection as your home country. In such cases, we ensure the appropriate safeguards are in place, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or other legally recognized means. We remain fully committed to upholding GDPR compliance in all international transfers.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods are as follows:
– Usage Data: 12 months
– Account Data: For the duration of your account and up to 2 years thereafter
– Profile Data: Up to 2 years after last interaction unless retained for statistical purposes
– Communication Data: 24 months
– Technical Data: 12 months
– Transaction Data: Retained for 6 years for legal/accounting compliance
– Preference Data: Until revoked or otherwise specified
9. Cookie Policy
SaveFormula1.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. The categories of cookies used include:
– Essential Cookies: Necessary for the site to function properly (e.g., session management, security).
– Functional Cookies: Enhance user preferences and facilitate customization.
– Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior (e.g., page views, traffic sources).
– Performance Cookies: Monitor website performance and error management.
10. Cookie Management and Regulatory Compliance
Upon first visit, and regularly thereafter, users from jurisdictions under the GDPR and the CCPA are presented with a cookie banner allowing management of consent preferences.
You can also manage cookie settings at any time through the options within your browser or by revisiting the consent management tool available on saveformula1.com. You have the right to reject non-essential cookies without detriment to your access to the website’s core features.
11. Children’s Privacy
SaveFormula1.com is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from any individual under 13 years of age. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, please contact us at [email protected] so we can take appropriate actions, including data deletion.
12. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time as necessary to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. Any such changes will be promptly reflected on this webpage. Users are encouraged to review this Policy periodically to stay informed of our data practices. Where required by law, we will provide direct notification of significant changes.
13. Contacting Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact SaveFormula1.com’s Data Protection Officer via email at:
[email protected]
We take privacy seriously and are committed to resolving any concerns promptly and responsibly.
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SaveFormula1.com is committed to full compliance with applicable GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations. For all privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].