This Privacy Policy (hereinafter — the Policy) defines the procedure for processing and protecting the personal data of users (hereinafter — the User) of the website claytextrophies.net (hereinafter — the Site). By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

The operator of personal data is the owner of the Site. Contact details for inquiries related to the processing of personal data: info@claytextrophies.net.

The Policy is developed in accordance with legal requirements and principles of transparency, including the Google Ads Misrepresentation Policy and Google EU User Consent Policy.

We may collect the following categories of data:

• Data provided by you: name, email address, which you provide when subscribing to the newsletter, leaving a comment, or submitting a request via the feedback form.
• Automatically collected data: technical information (IP address, browser type, operating system), page visit data (time, duration, referrals) using cookies and similar technologies.
• Data from social networks: if you log in via social networks, we may receive your public profile in accordance with that platform's privacy settings.

We do not collect special categories of personal data (race, political views, health, etc.).

Your data is processed for the following purposes:

• Providing access to the Site's content (articles, guides, photos).
• Processing your requests and feedback.
• Sending informational newsletters about new articles and travel tips (only with your consent).
• Analyzing and improving the Site's performance, personalizing content.
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud.
• Complying with applicable legal requirements.

3.1. Legal Bases for Processing

Data processing is carried out on the basis of your consent (for newsletters), the necessity to perform a contract (providing Site services), and the legitimate interests of the operator (analytics, security).

The Site uses cookies — small text files that are stored on your device.

• Essential cookies: ensure the basic functionality of the Site (e.g., maintaining a session). They cannot be disabled.
• Analytical cookies: (e.g., Google Analytics) help understand how Users interact with the Site to improve it. This data is anonymized.
• Marketing cookies: may be used to show relevant advertising (e.g., via Google Ads).

You can manage cookie settings through the control panel on the Site or your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may limit functionality.

We do not sell or transfer your personal data to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

We may transfer data to:

• Service providers (processors): e.g., hosting providers, analytics services (Google Analytics), email distribution services. These parties process data only according to our instructions and in accordance with data processing agreements.
• Government authorities: only in cases provided by law.

Some of these parties may be located outside your country of residence. We ensure that such transfer is carried out with appropriate safeguards.

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of access: request information about what data of yours we process.
• Right to rectification: update or correct inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten"): request the deletion of your data if there is no longer a basis for its processing.
• Right to restriction of processing: request a temporary suspension of processing in certain cases.
• Right to withdraw consent: withdraw your consent to processing at any time, e.g., for newsletters, which will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal.
• Right to lodge a complaint: with a supervisory authority for data protection.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@claytextrophies.net.

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is absolutely secure.

Our Site may contain links to other websites (e.g., official attraction websites or booking services). This Privacy Policy applies only to claytextrophies.net. When following an external link, please review the privacy policy of the respective site.

We may update this Policy from time to time. The current version will always be available on this page with the date of the last update. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on the Site or sending a notification if required by law.

9.1. Last Updated Date

Last updated: November 15, 2023

For all questions regarding this Privacy Policy and the processing of your personal data, you can contact us:

• Email: info@claytextrophies.net
• Phone: +7 (922) 856-6242
• Mailing address: pr. Kosiora, 42