At Spanish & Surf® we take the protection of your personal data very seriously. This policy explains in plain language what information we collect, how we use it and what your rights are.
1. Who we are
Owner: Spanish & Surf®
Website: www.spanishandsurf.com
Contact email: info@spanishandsurf.com
2. Data we collect
- Comments: When you leave a comment we store the information you enter in the form, your IP address and browser information to help prevent spam.
- Images: If you upload images, please avoid embedding location data (EXIF GPS).
- Cookies: We use cookies for convenience (e.g. remembering comment details or screen preferences).
- Embedded content: Some posts may include third-party content (videos, maps, etc.) that may collect data according to their own policies.
- Contact form: If you contact us we will use your data only to respond to your request.
3. How we use your information
We use your data to manage comments and prevent spam, improve your browsing experience, reply to inquiries and comply with legal obligations.
4. Data retention
- Comments and their metadata are kept indefinitely so we can recognise and approve follow-up comments automatically.
- If you create an account we store your profile information until you delete it.
- We will delete your data when it is no longer needed or when you request it, unless we are legally required to retain it.
5. Who we share your data with
We do not sell or trade your data. We may share data only when necessary with technical service providers (hosting, spam detection) under data-processing agreements, or to comply with legal obligations.
6. Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Rectify inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Object to or restrict processing.
- Receive your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, email info@spanishandsurf.com with your request and a copy of an ID document.
7. Cookies
This site uses first-party and third-party cookies to improve user experience and analyse traffic. These cookies may store preferences, enable certain functions, or help us understand how visitors use the site.
You can configure or reject cookies at any time in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how the website works for you.
8. Security
We apply appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data and prevent unauthorised access.
Legal note: This policy complies with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and Spain's Organic Law 3/2018 (LOPDGDD).
