Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how vcc-eg (vcc-eg Unipersonal Company) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website dedicated to blueberry heath vcc-eg hikes and nature trails. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your data responsibly and transparently. We understand that your trust is essential, and we take our responsibilities seriously.

Who We Are

We operate a website offering information about blueberry heath sandy vcc-eg paths and easy hiking trails suitable for pensioners in the Varėna region. As the data controller, we determine how and why we process your personal information. Our commitment is to provide you with quality hiking information while respecting your privacy rights at every step of your interaction with our services.

Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways:

• Contact Forms: When you submit inquiries or feedback, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and message content
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies to remember your preferences, analyze how you use our site, and improve your browsing experience
• Server Logs: We automatically collect information about your device, IP address, browser type, and pages visited
• Usage Data: We track interactions with our content to understand which hiking information is most valuable to visitors

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds: your consent when you submit contact forms or accept cookies; our legitimate interests in improving our website and understanding user behavior; and compliance with legal obligations. We only collect data that is necessary for the purposes we have identified. You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide hiking information
• Improve our website content and user experience
• Send you updates about new trails and seasonal changes if you have opted in
• Analyze visitor behavior to enhance our hiking guides and recommendations
• Ensure website security and prevent fraudulent activity
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary:

• Contact Form Submissions: Up to 24 months after your last interaction or request resolution
• Analytics and Tracking Data: Up to 12 months from collection date
• Server Logs: Up to 12 months for security and troubleshooting purposes
• Cookie Data: As specified in our Cookie Policy, typically up to 14 months depending on cookie type
• Email Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe or request removal

After these periods, we securely delete or anonymize your information. If you request deletion of your data, we will comply within 30 days, subject to legal obligations.

Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your data in certain circumstances
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain types of processing, including marketing communications
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limitation of how we use your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track your usage patterns. Essential cookies are necessary for website functionality. Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our content. Marketing cookies may be used to show you relevant hiking-related information. You can control cookie settings through your browser or our cookie management tools. For detailed information, please refer to our separate Cookie Policy.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption protocols, secure server infrastructure, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account information confidential.

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights. The competent supervisory authority for Lithuania is the State Data Protection Inspectorate (VDPT) . You can contact them if you have concerns about our processing of your personal data or if you wish to exercise your data protection rights and feel we have not responded appropriately.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, by sending you a notification. Your continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.