Data Controller: Krzysztof Cichy Website: https://launchdirectories.com Email: hello@launchdirectories.com
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website LaunchDirectories. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Polish data protection laws.
2. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): For analytics and marketing communications
Contract Performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): For processing payments and delivering services
Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): For website functionality, security, and improvement
Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR): For compliance with tax and legal requirements
3. Personal Data We Collect
3.1 Information You Provide Directly
Contact Information: Name, email address when you contact us or subscribe to our services
Payment Information: Billing details, payment method information for sponsorships and paid services (processed through secure third-party providers)
Communication Data: Content of emails, support requests, and other communications with us
Service-related Data: Information you provide when using our auto-submission or sponsorship services
3.2 Information We Collect Automatically
Website Analytics: Page views, time spent on site, referral sources, user journey (via Simple Analytics - privacy-focused, no personal identification)
Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, search queries, interaction patterns
Security Data: Server logs for security monitoring and fraud prevention
3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use the following types of cookies:
Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality, user authentication, and security
Analytics Cookies: Simple Analytics cookies for understanding website usage (anonymized)
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Third-party Cookies: From integrated services and payment processors
4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
4.1 Analytics and Performance
Simple Analytics: Privacy-focused analytics that collect anonymized visitor statistics without personal identification or tracking
Google Search Console: Search performance data to improve our website's visibility and user experience
4.2 Payment Processing
Payment Processors: Secure handling of payment information for sponsorships and services (we do not store payment card details)
Stripe/PayPal: Payment processing with industry-standard security measures
We only share personal data with third parties when necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, or with your explicit consent. All third-party processors are bound by data protection agreements.
5. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
Service Delivery: Processing sponsorships, auto-submission services, and customer support
Communication: Responding to inquiries, sending service updates, and marketing communications (with consent)
Website Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to improve user experience and website functionality
Security: Protecting against fraud, unauthorized access, and maintaining system security
Legal Compliance: Meeting tax obligations, legal requirements, and regulatory compliance
Business Operations: Managing directory listings, processing payments, and maintaining service quality
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
Contact Data: Until you withdraw consent or request deletion
Payment Data: As required by tax and accounting laws (typically 5-7 years)
Analytics Data: Anonymized data retained for statistical analysis
Communication Records: 3 years for customer service quality and legal purposes
Security Logs: 1 year for security monitoring and incident response
7. Your Rights Under GDPR and Polish Law
As a data subject, you have the following rights:
Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): Request information about your personal data we process
Right of Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right of Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
Right to Restrict Processing (Art. 18 GDPR): Request limitation of data processing
Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): Request transfer of your data to another service
Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing at any time
Right to File a Complaint: Lodge a complaint with the Polish Data Protection Authority (UODO)
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@launchdirectories.com. We will respond within 30 days as required by law.
8. International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with adequate data protection levels
Standard Contractual Clauses: EU-approved contracts for data protection
Certification Schemes: Providers certified under privacy frameworks
Binding Corporate Rules: For multinational service providers
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
Encryption: Data encrypted in transit and at rest
Access Controls: Strict access controls and authentication
Regular Updates: Security patches and system updates
Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats
Incident Response: Procedures for data breach response
Staff Training: Regular privacy and security training for personnel
In case of a data breach affecting your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours as required by GDPR.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 without parental consent.
If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's access to our services.
11. Marketing Communications
With your consent, we may send you marketing communications about our services, updates, and relevant information. You can:
Opt-out at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in emails
Update your communication preferences by contacting us
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
12. Automated Decision Making
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that would significantly affect you. Any automated processing is limited to basic functionality like spam filtering and security monitoring.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. We will:
Post the updated policy on our website
Update the "Last Updated" date
Notify you of significant changes via email (if we have your email address)
Provide at least 30 days notice for material changes
14. Contact Information
For any questions about this Privacy Policy, to exercise your rights, or to report concerns, please contact us at: hello@launchdirectories.com
15. Acknowledgment and Consent
By using LaunchDirectories, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. For processing activities requiring consent, you provide such consent by using our services or explicitly agreeing to data collection when prompted.