Privacy Policy

1. General provisions

This Privacy Policy describes the principles of processing personal data of users of the CYPRNews website, available at cyprnews.pland subdomains belonging to the CYPRNews ecosystem, in particular przewodniki.cyprnews.pl.

The document also covers the rules for using cookies, analytical, marketing, and advertising tools, and external services used on the website.

The policy covers, among other things, the newsletter, business directory, announcements, contact forms, advertising and partnership features, as well as the presentation, technical support for purchases, and digital delivery of guides and other digital products offered on the CYPRNews Guides website.

Personal data are processed in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council, referred to as the GDPR.

Scope of the document

The policy applies in particular to:

• visiting and browsing cyprnews.pl,
• use of CYPRNews subdomains, including przewodniki.cyprnews.pl,
• contact with the editorial office, guide authors and the advertising and cooperation department,
• subscription to the newsletter,
• reporting and publishing entries in the business directory,
• using the advertising part of the website,
• purchasing and digital delivery of digital products,
• using advertising and affiliate links,
• using external offers and payment systems,
• using social media elements.

This policy does not replace the privacy policies of third parties. If a user navigates to another website or uses a service provided by a third-party provider, they should also review the documents published by that provider.

2. Personal data administrator

The controller of personal data processed in connection with the operation of the website is:

CYPRNews
Tefkrou 3
8041 Kato Paphos
Cyprus

For matters related to privacy, personal data processing, and the exercise of user rights, please contact: info@cyprnews.pl.

The role of CYPRNews

CYPRNews determines the purposes and methods of data processing within the scope related to the operation of its own website, message handling, newsletter, business directory, website security and analytics, and the technical operation of the CYPRNews Guides platform.

Within the CYPRNews Guides platform, this may include, among other things, ...

Guide sellers

The seller of a specific guide is the author or other entity indicated on the product page and in the information provided before purchase.

In the scope of data processed by the Seller for the purpose of concluding and performing a sales contract, settlements, complaints, and customer service, the Seller may act as a separate data controller.

Third parties, such as payment processors, social media platforms, or partner platforms, may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and terms of service.

3. Scope of data processed

The scope of data processed by CYPRNews depends on how the website is used. Simply reading publicly available articles does not require providing personal data.

Data provided by the user

Depending on the selected function, we can process:

• name and surname or name provided by the user,
• e-mail address,
• telephone number, if provided voluntarily,
• name of the company or organization,
• the content of the message, question or report,
• materials sent to the editorial office,
• data provided in connection with the registration of a company or advertisement,
• data provided voluntarily in other forms on the website.

Data related to the purchase of digital products

When purchasing a guide or other digital product, the following data may be processed in particular:

• email address used during purchase,
• name or billing details, if required by the payment process,
• order ID and transaction ID,
• information about the purchased product, its price and currency,
• payment status,
• information necessary to generate and deliver a link to the file,
• the status of delivery or use of the download link,
• information about declarations made during the purchasing process, if their recording is necessary to complete or document the transaction.

Data collected automatically

When using the website, the following information may be automatically recorded:

• device IP address,
• date and time of connection,
• visited subpage,
• source of entry to the website,
• browser type and operating system,
• device type,
• approximate location based on IP address,
• information on how to use the website,
• data saved in cookies and similar technologies.

Special category data

CYPRNews does not ask users to provide special categories of data, such as detailed information about health, opinions, beliefs, or private life, unless this information is needed to process a specific matter.

Minors

The website is not specifically targeted at children and does not knowingly or systematically collect data from minors.

4. Purposes and legal basis of processing

CYPRNews only processes data when there is a specific purpose and an appropriate legal basis.

Contact and correspondence

The data provided in the message is used to review its content, respond, conduct correspondence, and process the reported matter.

The basis may be a legitimate interest in communicating with users or taking action at the user's request before concluding a contract.

Newsletter

Data related to the newsletter is processed based on the user's voluntary consent. Consent may be withdrawn at any time.

Business directory and advertisements

Data may be processed for the purpose of accepting a submission, verifying it, publishing it, and subsequently managing the entry. This may be based on service provision, consent, or legitimate interest related to the operation of the website.

Purchasing and delivering digital products

Data related to the purchase of a guide or other digital product may be processed to manage the purchase process, confirm the transaction, provide order information, generate and deliver a file or link, provide post-purchase assistance, and handle complaints.

To the extent that CYPRNews processes data as a controller, the basis may be the provision of a service or actions undertaken at the user's request, a legitimate interest related to the proper operation and security of the platform, or a legal obligation.

The seller of a specific guide processes data related to the sales contract on the basis appropriate for the performance of that contract, billing, and legal obligations.

Website security

Technical data and logs may be used to detect errors, prevent abuse, protect against attacks, and ensure the proper operation of the website.

Statistics and development

Data may be used to analyze traffic, content popularity, and site usage. Technologies requiring consent are enabled based on user choice.

Marketing and advertising

Data related to marketing cookies may be used to measure campaign effectiveness, analyze conversions, and present advertising communications. The basis for the use of non-essential technologies is user consent.

Legal claims and obligations

Data may be processed and stored to the extent necessary to establish, pursue, or defend claims, resolve complaints, and fulfill legal obligations.

5. Contact forms and correspondence

The website may provide separate forms for readers, advertisers, partners, companies, and users of CYPRNews Guides.

Data submitted via the form is used to respond and process the submitted matter.

Contact the editorial office

Forms can be used to ask questions, report issues, errors, request corrections or corrections, and submit comments regarding the operation of the website.

Advertising and cooperation

Data submitted in connection with advertising or collaboration may be used to respond to inquiries, present offers, and conduct further arrangements.

Contact regarding guides

The website przewodniki.cyprnews.pl may include a form for contacting the author or seller of a specific guide, reporting errors and updates, obtaining assistance before and after purchase, and submitting issues regarding product delivery or complaints.

If necessary to respond to or process a specific order, the message and contact details may be forwarded to the appropriate author or seller.

No automatic subscription to the newsletter

Submitting the contact form does not automatically subscribe the user to the newsletter.

6. Brevo Newsletter

CYPRNews runs a newsletter through which it can send information, summaries, editorial materials, and – to the extent permitted by consent – promotional and advertising content.

Newsletter subscription

Registration is voluntary. The user provides an email address, and registration may use the Double Opt-In mechanism, requiring confirmation of the address via a link sent via email.

Data range

• email address,
• date of registration and confirmation,
• the IP address used during registration or confirmation,
• information about message delivery,
• data on opens and clicks, if measurement is active,
• information about unsubscribing.

Brevo

For the technical management of the newsletter, CYPRNews uses the Brevo platform. The scope of data transferred is limited to the information necessary to deliver the newsletter.

Resignation

The user can unsubscribe from the newsletter via the link available in the message or by contacting us at info@cyprnews.pl.

7. Company directory

CYPRNews may maintain a directory of companies and services operating in Cyprus, particularly those targeting Poles.

Company registration

The person registering the company should provide truthful and current information and have the right to share it.

Published data

The catalogue may include, among others:

• company name and category,
• description of the activity,
• location and service area,
• public email address,
• phone or WhatsApp,
• website address,
• link to location,
• other information expressly provided for publication purposes.

Details of the reporting person

The contact details of the reporting person may be used to verify the report, contact, update, or delete the entry.

Data from the reporting person that is not designated as public company data is not published on the business card.

8. Cookies and similar technologies

The website uses cookies and similar technologies necessary for the website to function, remember settings, maintain statistics, and – after obtaining appropriate consent – implement marketing functions.

Types of cookies

• Essential – needed for the proper and secure operation of the website.
• Functional – remember selected user settings.
• Analytical – help analyze how the website is used.
• Marketing – can be used to measure advertising campaigns and activities.
• Partner and affiliate – can help in correctly assigning the transition to the partner’s offer.

Consent to cookies

Necessary cookies may be used without additional consent. Optional technologies should be enabled in accordance with the user's selections made in the consent management tool.

Users can later change their privacy settings on the website or through their own browser settings.

9. Analytical tools and external services

CYPRNews uses or may use external services that support the operation, security, performance, traffic analysis, promotion, and development of the website.

Google Analytics

Google Analytics can be used to generate statistics regarding website usage, such as pages visited, traffic sources, device type, and approximate location.

If the use of a tool requires consent, it is activated according to the user's choice.

Google Search Console and Site Kit

Search Console can be used to monitor a website's visibility in Google results. Site Kit can be used to technically connect WordPress to selected Google services.

LiteSpeed Cache and QUIC.cloud

These tools may be used to speed up the website, deliver content, store caches, and secure infrastructure. They may also process technical data, in particular IP addresses and request information.

AdRotate

CYPRNews may use AdRotate to manage ad serving and view and click statistics.

Embedded content

Pages may contain videos, maps, social media posts, or other external elements. These elements may connect your device to the provider's servers.

10. Social media

CYPRNews maintains or may maintain profiles on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X, Threads, and Pinterest.

When you visit a social media site, your data is also processed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the platform operator.

Embedded elements

Embedded videos, posts, or other elements may transmit technical data to the platform operator, such as your IP address, the page you visited, and interaction information.

News and comments

Data submitted via messages or comments may be processed for the purpose of responding, moderating, or handling your request.

11. Ads, Meta Pixel, Pinterest and Affiliate Programs

CYPRNews may publish its own advertisements, partner advertisements, materials created as part of commercial collaborations, and affiliate links.

Meta Pixel

The Meta Pixel can be used to measure the effectiveness of campaigns run on Meta services. If consent is required, it is activated in accordance with the user's selection regarding marketing cookies.

Pinterest

CYPRNews may use Pinterest's analytical and advertising tools in accordance with user cookie settings.

Affiliate links

Some links may be affiliate-related. CYPRNews may receive a commission if a user visits a partner's website and completes a specific action, such as a purchase or reservation.

Travelpayouts

CYPRNews may use Travelpayouts affiliate tools and links. After clicking through to an external offer, the transaction will take place on the partner's website.

12. Digital Guides, Orders, and Stripe

CYPRNews publishes on the website przewodniki.cyprnews.pl a platform for presentations, technical sales support, and digital delivery of guides, e-books, and other digital products.

The seller of a specific product is the author or other entity clearly identified on the product page and in the information provided to the user before making a purchase.

Detailed sales rules are specified Terms and conditions of sale of digital guides .

Data processed upon purchase

In connection with the purchase process, data required for the proper processing of the transaction and delivery of the product may be processed, in particular the email address, order details, transaction ID, purchased product, price, currency, payment status, and technical data required for file delivery.

Stripe

Payments for digital products can be made using the Stripe system.

Payment card details are entered into the payment provider's infrastructure. CYPRNews does not store full card numbers, CVV codes, or full payment authentication details.

Stripe may process data necessary for, among other things, authorizing and processing payments, preventing fraud, handling refunds and payment complaints, and ensuring transaction security.

Digital product delivery

After confirming successful payment, the platform can automatically generate a personalized or secure link to download the purchased file.

For this purpose, order information, the buyer's email address, product ID, and technical data necessary to ensure link security and prevent unauthorized file distribution may be processed.

Digital Content Disclosures

If, during the purchase process, the user submits declarations concerning the commencement of the delivery of digital content before the withdrawal period expires, information about these declarations, their content, date, and method of submission may be stored to the extent necessary to document the transaction.

Seller and customer data

Data necessary to complete a specific purchase may be made available to the Seller of a given guide to the extent necessary for the performance of the contract, customer service, complaints, billing, and compliance with legal obligations.

13. Services provided by external partners

CYPRNews may enable contact with partners providing selected services, in particular airport transfers, tours, car rentals, accommodation, travel insurance, and other services presented on the website.

The role of CYPRNews

Unless otherwise indicated for a specific service, CYPRNews is not the organizer or provider of the partner service. The website may only enable the submission of inquiries or redirect the user to a third-party service provider.

Data transfer

If a user uses a form regarding a partner's service, the data required to process the inquiry may be transferred to the relevant service provider.

Once the data is transferred, the partner may act as a separate data controller and be responsible for further processing in accordance with its own privacy policy.

14. Recipients and transfers of personal data

User data is not sold or made available to unauthorized persons. It may be transferred to entities participating in the provision of services or authorized to receive it under the law.

Recipient categories

• hosting and server infrastructure providers,
• email service providers,
• Brevo – newsletter service,
• Google – analytical and technical services,
• Meta – advertising and analytical tools,
• Pinterest – marketing and statistical tools,
• Stripe – payment processing,
• security and technical service providers,
• entities providing IT services to CYPRNews,
• authors or other Sellers of guides – to the extent necessary to carry out specific sales and customer service,
• partners providing services selected by the user.

Transfers outside the European Economic Area

Some of the providers used by CYPRNews may operate globally. In certain situations, data may be processed outside the European Economic Area.

If such a transfer occurs, it should be carried out in accordance with the grounds and safeguards required by data protection regulations, in particular based on a decision establishing an adequate level of protection or other safeguards provided for by the GDPR.

Public bodies

Data may be made available to competent public authorities, law enforcement agencies, or courts if such an obligation arises from legal provisions.

15. Data storage period

Data is stored only for the period necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, unless longer retention is required by law.

Contact forms

Data sent to the editorial office, advertising department, guide author, or Seller is retained for the period necessary to respond and conduct correspondence related to the reported matter.

Newsletter

Subscriber data is retained until consent is withdrawn or the newsletter is effectively unsubscribed, with the possibility of retaining limited information needed to document the unsubscription.

Business directory and advertisements

Data is stored for the period necessary to publish, update, maintain, or delete a given entry.

Digital product purchases

Data related to purchases, transaction confirmation, product delivery, and customer service are stored for the period necessary to fulfill the contract and handle any complaints.

Data may then be retained to the extent necessary to establish, pursue, or defend legal claims. Data required for tax, accounting, or other legal obligations is retained for the period required by applicable law.

Technical data

Server logs and security-related information are retained for a period required for technical, administrative, and security purposes.

16. User rights

The person whose data is processed by CYPRNews has rights under the GDPR, depending on the specific basis and nature of the processing.

You may have the right to:

• access to your data,
• obtaining a copy of the data,
• rectification of data,
• deletion of data,
• processing restrictions,
• data transfer, if applicable,
• filing an objection,
• withdraw consent at any time if the processing is based on consent,
• lodging a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.

Execution of rights

Data requests can be sent to: info@cyprnews.pl .

If necessary for data protection purposes, CYPRNews may request information to confirm the identity of the person submitting the request.

17. Terms of Use of the Website

The CYPRNews website is for informational and journalistic purposes and may provide additional features and services related to Cyprus.

Terms of Use

• use of the basic content of the website is free of charge, unless expressly stated otherwise,
• the user should use the website in accordance with the law,
• activities that disrupt the functioning of the website are prohibited,
• It is prohibited to transmit content that infringes the rights of third parties.

Copyright

Articles, photographs, graphics, videos, logos, and other elements of the website may be subject to copyright protection. Their use without proper legal basis or the consent of the copyright holder may be prohibited.

The informative nature of the content

CYPRNews makes every effort to ensure that the information published is current and accurate. The information published on the website is not intended to replace individual legal, tax, financial, or medical advice.

18. Business directory regulations

The CYPRNews business directory serves as a showcase for entrepreneurs, service providers, and organizations related to Cyprus.

Adding entries

The person submitting the entry must have the authority to provide data and is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the information submitted.

Verification and publication

CYPRNews may verify submissions, correct obvious errors, assign a post to the appropriate category, refuse publication or remove a post that is outdated or violates the site's policies.

Update and Delete

The business owner or authorized person may request an update or deletion of the entry at: info@cyprnews.pl.

19. Advertisement regulations

CYPRNews may provide users with the ability to publish announcements related to the website's subject matter.

Content of advertisements

The person submitting the advertisement is responsible for its content, truthfulness, and legality.

In particular, content that is illegal, misleading, infringes the rights of third parties, spam, or unrelated to the nature of the website may be prohibited.

Moderation

CYPRNews may refuse to publish, shorten, technically correct, or remove any advertisement that violates the website's policies.

User-to-user transactions

Unless otherwise indicated for a specific service, CYPRNews is not a party to any transactions concluded between users based on a published advertisement.

20. Editorial principles and publication standards

CYPRNews is a news website dedicated to Cyprus, primarily aimed at Polish-speaking audiences.

Editorial independence

Decisions regarding the selection of topics and publication of materials are made with the informational interests of the recipients in mind.

Commercial materials

Materials published as part of advertising collaboration should be marked in a way that allows the user to recognize their commercial nature.

Reliability of information

The editorial team strives to verify information and use reliable sources. If errors are identified, the material may be corrected or updated.

Artificial intelligence tools

Artificial intelligence tools can support selected stages of editorial or technical work. Responsibility for the published material remains with the editor or the designated author.

21. Data security

CYPRNews uses technical and organizational measures to protect data against loss, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

Measures used

• SSL/TLS connection encryption,
• software updates,
• mechanisms securing the server infrastructure,
• backups,
• limiting access to data,
• technical safety monitoring.

No method of transmitting data over the Internet guarantees complete security. Users should also protect their devices, passwords, and access data.

22. Changes to the privacy policy and contact information

This policy may be updated due to changes in law, the development of the CYPRNews website and its subdomains, the implementation of new services, or technological changes.

The current version of the document is published on the website along with the date of the last update.

Contact

In matters relating to privacy and data processing:

CYPRNews
Tefkrou 3
8041 Kato Paphos
Cyprus

E-mail: info@cyprnews.pl

23. Materials sent to the editorial office

Users can send the editorial team information, photos, videos, and other materials related to Cyprus.

Material rights

The person submitting the material must have the rights or other authorizations necessary to transmit and possibly publish it.

Use of materials

If the user expressly submits material for editorial use, CYPRNews may use it to the extent necessary for the purpose of the submission and the arrangements with the sender.

Editorial work

The editors may make any necessary linguistic corrections, shortening, cropping, or technical changes while maintaining the essential meaning of the material.

Image and third party rights

The person submitting the materials should ensure that their use does not violate the copyright, publicity, privacy, or other rights of third parties.

24. Reporting errors, corrections and infringements of rights

CYPRNews strives to publish accurate and up-to-date information. Users can report errors, inaccuracies, or information requiring updating.

Reporting bugs

The submission should indicate the publication and the information it concerns as precisely as possible.

Corrections and clarifications

Persons affected by published materials may contact the editorial office to request correction, addition, or clarification of the information in accordance with applicable regulations.

Copyright infringement

Anyone who believes that material violates their copyright, related rights, image rights, or other rights may report the matter to the editor.

Applications should be sent to: info@cyprnews.pl .

25. Contact for legal matters and cooperation

CYPRNews allows direct contact regarding matters concerning the operation of the website, personal data protection, published materials, copyright, and cooperation.

Editorial and legal matters

Questions, legal notices, corrections, and correspondence related to the website's activities can be directed to:

info@cyprnews.pl

Public bodies

Correspondence from relevant administrative bodies, courts, law enforcement agencies, and other authorized institutions can be sent to the same address.

Collaboration and advertising

Inquiries regarding advertising campaigns, commercial collaborations, and business partnerships can be submitted using the forms available on the website or by email.