Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Redstall is a digital publication providing curated insights on technology, news, and entertainment. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with Belgian and European Union data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Belgian Data Protection Act.

2. What Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Currently, Redstall operates as a read-only publication. We do not collect personal information through contact forms, newsletters, or user accounts. If you contact us via email, we will only use your email address to respond to your inquiry.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Language Preference: We store your language choice (English, French, or Dutch) to improve your browsing experience
• Technical Information: Basic server logs including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited (automatically deleted after 30 days)
• No Analytics: We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or any third-party tracking services

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR Article 6, we process your data based on:

• Legitimate Interest (Article 6(1)(f)): Server logs for security and technical maintenance
• Consent (Article 6(1)(a)): Language preference storage (you can withdraw consent anytime)
• Contract Performance (Article 6(1)(b)): Email responses when you contact us

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information solely for:

• Displaying content in your preferred language
• Maintaining website security and functionality
• Responding to your inquiries when you contact us
• Complying with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not share your personal data with third parties, except:

• Legal Requirements: When required by Belgian or EU law
• Service Providers: Our hosting provider (with appropriate data processing agreements)
• Emergency Situations: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Redstall or others

All data processing occurs within the European Economic Area (EEA). We do not transfer personal data outside the EEA without appropriate safeguards.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights:

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@redstall.be. We will respond within 30 days as required by GDPR.

7. Data Retention

• Language Preferences: Stored until you clear your browser data or request deletion
• Server Logs: Automatically deleted after 30 days
• Email Correspondence: Retained for 2 years for customer service purposes

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular backups with encryption

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, if required by law, obtaining your consent.

11. Complaints and Supervisory Authority

If you have concerns about our data processing practices, you can:

• Contact us directly at contact@redstall.be
• File a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority (APD/GBA)

12. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact: