Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 16, 2026
I. General Provisions
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data of visitors to the website thevelda.eu (hereinafter referred to as the "Website") is collected, used, and protected. The Operator is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and relevant electronic communications laws.
II. Data Controller
The Controller of personal data within the meaning of Art. 4(7) GDPR is:
III. Scope and Purpose of Processing
When visiting the Website, the following data is processed:
1. Technical and Analytical Data (Matomo)
The Website uses the open-source analytics tool Matomo, hosted on the Controller's own server. Data is not shared with third parties (e.g., Google). We process:
- IP address (anonymized by masking the last bytes)
- Browser type and version, operating system
- Screen resolution
- Time spent on the site and pages visited
- Referring page (Referrer)
2. Legal Basis
Processing for traffic analysis and statistics is performed based on the Controller's legitimate interest (in cookieless mode) or based on your consent (in cookie-enabled mode).
3. Data Retention
Raw analytical data (logs) is automatically deleted after 180 days. Aggregated reports are retained for statistical purposes indefinitely.
IV. Use of Cookies
This Website uses cookies to ensure functionality and analyze traffic.
1. No-Consent Mode
If you do not grant consent in the cookie banner, the Website stores no analytical or marketing cookies. Matomo analytics operates in a restricted mode (fingerprinting disabled) that does not allow identification of specific individuals.
2. Consent Mode
If consent is granted, Matomo cookies are stored to allow more accurate traffic measurement (e.g., recognizing returning visitors). Consent is voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time by deleting cookies in your browser.
V. Rights of the Data Subject
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of access to your personal data.
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data.
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten") if the reason for processing no longer exists.
- Right to object to processing based on legitimate interest.
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
VI. Final Provisions
By using the Website or granting consent to cookies, you confirm that you have read this policy. The Controller reserves the right to amend this policy. The new version will always be published on these pages.