We are pleased to acknowledge your interest in our company. At Plugefy by themeOforest, the protection of your data is of utmost importance to us. While you may access our website without providing personal data, certain services may require us to process personal information. In such cases, if no legal basis exists for processing, we will seek your consent.

Our data processing practices align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable national data protection laws. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data and informs you of your rights.

Plugefy by themeOforest has implemented comprehensive technical and organizational measures to ensure the highest level of data protection. However, due to inherent risks in online data transmission, absolute security cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, you may also contact us via alternative methods, such as telephone, for data transmission.

1. Definitions

This policy uses terms defined by the GDPR. Here are key definitions:

a) Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable person. This includes identifiers such as names, identification numbers, location data, and other attributes.

b) Data Subject: An individual whose personal data is processed by a controller.

c) Processing: Operations performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, and deletion.

d) Restriction of Processing: Limiting the processing of personal data.

e) Profiling: Automated processing of personal data to evaluate certain aspects of an individual.

f) Pseudonymisation: Processing personal data so that it cannot be attributed to a specific individual without additional information.

g) Controller: The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

h) Processor: An entity that processes personal data on behalf of the controller.

i) Recipient: An entity to which personal data is disclosed.

j) Third Party: An entity other than the data subject, controller, processor, or persons authorized to process personal data.

k) Consent: Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous consent from the data subject for processing their personal data.

2. Name and Address of the Controller

The controller for GDPR purposes and other data protection laws is:

Plugefy by themeOforest

Email: info@plugefy.com
Website: https://www.plugefy.com/

3. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are text files stored on your device. They enable us to recognize your browser and provide services such as maintaining your shopping cart. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

4. Collection of General Data and Information

We collect general data, including browser types, operating systems, and IP addresses, to ensure the functionality and security of our website. This data is used for statistical analysis and improving our services.

5. Registration on Our Website

When registering, we collect personal data and may store IP addresses, dates, and times for security and service enhancement. This data is used internally and is not shared with third parties unless required by law.

6. Subscription to Our Newsletters

Subscribing to our newsletter requires a valid email address and confirmation through a double opt-in procedure. Your data is used solely for sending newsletters and can be withdrawn at any time.

7. Newsletter Tracking

Our newsletters may contain tracking pixels to analyze engagement and improve content. This data remains confidential and is used only to optimize our services.

8. Contact via the Website

If you contact us via email or a contact form, your personal data will be stored and used for communication purposes only. This data is not shared with third parties.

9. Routine Erasure and Blocking of Personal Data

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary and in compliance with legal requirements. Once data is no longer needed or the retention period expires, it is securely erased or blocked.

10. Rights of the Data Subject

You have the following rights under GDPR:

a) Right of Confirmation: To confirm whether your data is being processed.

b) Right of Access: To obtain information and copies of your personal data.

c) Right to Rectification: To correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

d) Right to Erasure: To request deletion of your data under certain conditions.

e) Right to Restriction of Processing: To limit processing of your data.

f) Right to Data Portability: To receive and transfer your data in a machine-readable format.

g) Right to Object: To object to processing based on specific situations.

h) Automated Individual Decision-Making: To avoid decisions based solely on automated processing, except under specific conditions.

i) Right to Withdraw Consent: To withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

For any of the above rights, please contact us at info@plugefy.com

11. Data Protection Provisions Regarding Facebook Integration

This website includes components from Facebook, a prominent social network. Facebook serves as an online platform where users can interact, share opinions, and exchange personal or business information. It allows users to create profiles, upload photos, and connect with others via friend requests.

The operator of Facebook is Facebook, Inc., located at 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States. For individuals outside the United States or Canada, the data controller is Facebook Ireland Ltd., based at 4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland.

When a user accesses a page on this website with a Facebook component (e.g., Facebook plug-ins), their browser automatically retrieves the relevant Facebook component from Facebook. This technical process notifies Facebook of the specific sub-page visited.

If the user is logged into Facebook simultaneously, Facebook can track and record their visit to our website, associating it with their Facebook account. If the user interacts with Facebook features, such as liking or commenting on content, this data is linked to their Facebook profile and stored.

Facebook receives information about the user’s visit to our site whenever they are logged into Facebook, regardless of interaction with Facebook components. To avoid this data transmission, users should log out of their Facebook account before visiting our site.

For more details on Facebook’s data collection, processing, and privacy settings, users can refer to Facebook’s privacy policy at Facebook Privacy Policy. This policy also provides information on how to manage data sharing with Facebook.

12. Data Protection Provisions Regarding Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service, to gather and analyze visitor data. Google Analytics helps us understand website traffic, including referring sites, visited pages, and session duration, to optimize website performance and assess advertising effectiveness.

The service is operated by Google Inc., located at 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043-1351, United States.

Google Analytics employs the “_gat._anonymizeIp” function to anonymize IP addresses from visitors within the European Union or other contracting states of the European Economic Area. The purpose of this component is to analyze website traffic, providing reports on user activities and other related services.

Google Analytics places cookies on users’ devices to collect data on website usage. These cookies are used to evaluate website performance and generate statistical reports. Google may transfer collected data to third parties if required by law or if those parties process data on Google’s behalf.

Users can disable cookies by adjusting their browser settings or by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on available at Google Analytics Opt-Out. For additional information on Google’s data protection practices, visit Google Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Terms.

13. Data Protection Provisions Regarding Google+

This website features the Google+ button, which allows users to interact with this social network. Google+ facilitates profile creation, photo sharing, and networking.

The operating company of Google+ is Google Inc., located at 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043-1351, United States.

When a user accesses a page with a Google+ button, their browser retrieves the button’s display from Google. If the user is logged into Google+ at the time, Google can associate their visit to our website with their Google+ account.

Clicking the Google+ button allows Google to link the action with the user’s Google+ profile and store this information. Users can avoid data transmission by logging out of Google+ before visiting our site.

For further details, visit Google Privacy Policy and Google+ Button Policy.

14. Data Protection Provisions Regarding Google AdWords

Our website incorporates Google AdWords, an advertising service that enables targeted ads on Google search results and partner sites. AdWords uses specific keywords to display relevant ads.

The service is operated by Google Inc., located at 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043-1351, United States.

When a user arrives at our site through a Google AdWords ad, a conversion cookie is placed on their device. This cookie tracks interactions, such as purchases, to measure ad performance. Google may share this data with third parties.

Users can prevent cookies from being set by adjusting their browser settings or deleting existing cookies. Additionally, users can manage ad preferences at Google Ads Settings.

15. Data Protection Provisions Regarding Instagram

This website includes Instagram components, allowing users to share photos and videos on the platform. Instagram is operated by Instagram LLC, located at 1 Hacker Way, Building 14 First Floor, Menlo Park, CA, United States.

When a user accesses a page with an Instagram component, their browser retrieves the button from Instagram. If logged into Instagram, user activity on our site is associated with their Instagram account.

Users can prevent Instagram from collecting data by logging out of their Instagram account before visiting our site.

16. Data Protection Provisions for Jetpack for WordPress

This website incorporates Jetpack, a WordPress plugin that provides additional features to website operators. Jetpack offers insights into visitor traffic, displays related posts, and enables content sharing to enhance visitor engagement. Additionally, Jetpack includes security features to protect against brute-force attacks and optimizes image loading times.

Jetpack is operated by Automattic Inc., located at 132 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 94107, UNITED STATES. Automattic utilizes tracking technology developed by Quantcast Inc., based at 201 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, UNITED STATES.

Jetpack sets cookies on the user’s system to facilitate data analysis. When a user visits a page with a Jetpack component, their browser automatically sends data to Automattic for analysis. This data helps Automattic and Quantcast understand website usage and improve functionality. Personal data is not used to identify individuals without explicit consent.

Users can prevent cookies by adjusting their browser settings or delete existing cookies. To opt-out of data collection by Jetpack and Quantcast, users can visit Quantcast’s opt-out page and set an opt-out cookie. Note that this may affect website functionality.

Automattic’s data protection provisions are available at Automattic Privacy Policy, and Quantcast’s data protection provisions can be reviewed at Quantcast Privacy Policy.

17. Data Protection Provisions for LinkedIn

This website includes components from LinkedIn Corporation, a social network designed for business networking with over 400 million users worldwide. LinkedIn Corporation is based at 2029 Stierlin Court, Mountain View, CA 94043, UNITED STATES, with LinkedIn Ireland handling privacy matters outside the United States at Wilton Plaza, Wilton Place, Dublin 2, Ireland.

When a LinkedIn component is accessed, the user’s browser prompts LinkedIn to download and display its content, revealing the specific page visited. If the user is logged into LinkedIn, their visit and activities on our site are associated with their LinkedIn account. Users can prevent this by logging out of LinkedIn before visiting our website.

LinkedIn provides options to manage email and ad preferences at LinkedIn Guest Controls. Users can also adjust cookie settings at LinkedIn Cookie Policy. For further details on LinkedIn’s data protection practices, visit LinkedIn Privacy Policy.

18. Data Protection Provisions for Twitter

This website integrates Twitter components, a global microblogging service that allows users to post and share short messages. Twitter Inc., located at 1355 Market Street, Suite 900, San Francisco, CA 94103, UNITED STATES, operates the service.

When a Twitter component is accessed, the user’s browser automatically downloads and displays the Twitter button. If the user is logged into Twitter, their visit is recorded and associated with their Twitter account. Clicking Twitter buttons will also link this information to the user’s account.

Users can prevent data sharing with Twitter by logging out before visiting our website. For more information, refer to Twitter Privacy Policy.

19. Data Protection Provisions for PayPal

This website features PayPal, an online payment service provider. PayPal allows payments through virtual accounts or credit cards. The European arm of PayPal is PayPal (Europe) S.à.r.l. & Cie. S.C.A., based at 22-24 Boulevard Royal, 2449 Luxembourg, Luxembourg.

When PayPal is chosen as a payment method, personal data is transmitted to PayPal to process the transaction and prevent fraud. This includes data such as name, address, and payment information. PayPal may also share data with affiliates and service providers to fulfill contractual obligations.

Users can revoke consent for data handling at any time through PayPal, but this does not affect data necessary for payment processing. For further information, review PayPal’s Privacy Policy.

20. Legal Basis for Processing

Processing of personal data is based on various legal grounds:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1) lit. a GDPR)
  • Contractual Necessity (Art. 6(1) lit. b GDPR)
  • Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1) lit. c GDPR)
  • Vital Interests (Art. 6(1) lit. d GDPR)
  • Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1) lit. f GDPR)

21. Legitimate Interests

Our legitimate interest in processing personal data is to operate our business efficiently and ensure the well-being of our employees and shareholders.

22. Data Storage Duration

Personal data is stored according to statutory retention periods and is deleted once it is no longer necessary for contract fulfillment or initiation.

23. Provision of Personal Data

Providing personal data may be legally or contractually required. Failure to provide necessary data may prevent contract completion. Employees can provide information on whether data provision is mandatory and the consequences of non-compliance.

24. Automated Decision-Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling in our operations.