Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

DefenceSentinel (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws. By using our website (www.defencesentinel.com), you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
DefenceSentinel
Email: defencesentinelpress@gmail.com

3. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

A. Data You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: Name, email address, username, password (if you create an account).
  • Submissions: Comments, articles, or feedback you post on the Website.
  • Newsletter Sign-Up: Email address for marketing communications.
  • Contact Requests: Information provided via contact forms or customer support.

B. Automatically Collected Data

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device ID, operating system, and usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent).
  • Cookies: See our [Cookie Policy] for details.

C. Third-Party Data

  • Social media platforms.
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics).

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: For newsletters, cookies, and marketing.
  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill services (e.g., account creation).
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve the Website, prevent fraud, and analyze user behavior.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Website.
  • Respond to inquiries and moderate user-generated content.
  • Send newsletters (with your consent).
  • Analyze traffic and user behavior.
  • Prevent fraud, spam, or security breaches.

6. Data Sharing & Transfers

We may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, payment processors, and IT support.
  • Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Third Parties: Only with your explicit consent.

International Transfers: If data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, we ensure safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

  • Account Data: Until deletion request or inactivity (e.g., 2 years).
  • Cookies: As specified in our [Cookie Policy].
  • Analytics: Aggregated/anonymized after 12 months.

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your data.
  • Restrict or object to processing.
  • Data portability (receive your data in a structured format).
  • Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

9. Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for functionality, analytics, and advertising. You can manage preferences via your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. Contact us if you believe a child has provided data without parental consent.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

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