Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how personal data is collected, used, and protected by Poochie Revival (https://www.poochierevival.info). The website is maintained by a private individual based in Finland and is not operated by a commercial entity.

1. Data Controller

The data controller for this website is:

Jakke Lehtonen
Email: jakke.lehtonen@gmail.com
Country: Finland

2. What Data We Collect

2.1 Website Visitors

We do not collect personal data directly from unregistered visitors. However, certain data is automatically collected:

  • Server logs: We collect IP addresses, browser information, and timestamps for security purposes. These logs are stored for 30 days and then automatically deleted.
  • Matomo Analytics: We use a self-hosted instance of Matomo to gather anonymized usage statistics. IP addresses are anonymized before storage.
  • Cookies: Our WordPress installation may place functional cookies to ensure proper site operation. These do not identify you personally.

2.2 Google AdSense

This site displays ads served by Google. Google may collect information through cookies and other technologies for the purpose of showing personalized ads. This may include:

  • Device and browser identifiers
  • IP address
  • Browsing activity and interests

Google may process data in the United States and other third countries. You can learn more about how Google uses data here and manage your preferences through YourAdChoices.

2.3 Content Contributors

Users who register to contribute content must provide their name and email address. This information is stored securely and used solely for account management. Contributor data includes:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Username
  • Password hash (encrypted)

Contributors must be at least 18 years old and accept the contributor agreement prior to account creation.

3. Legal Bases for Processing

  • Legitimate interest: for operating the site, ensuring security, and collecting aggregated analytics (GDPR Article 6(1)(f)).
  • Consent: for personalized advertising served by Google (GDPR Article 6(1)(a)).
  • Contract: for managing contributor accounts and content (GDPR Article 6(1)(b)).

4. Data Retention

  • Server logs: retained for 30 days.
  • Matomo analytics: anonymized statistics retained indefinitely; raw data purged after a limited period.
  • Contributor account data: stored for the duration of the account and deleted within 30 days after account closure.

5. Data Sharing and International Transfers

We do not sell personal data. Data may be shared with the following third parties:

  • Google LLC: for advertising purposes (subject to Google’s privacy policy). Data may be transferred outside the EU.
  • Hetzner Online GmbH: hosts the server infrastructure in a Finnish datacenter. No data is transferred to the United States for hosting purposes.

6. Your Rights (EU/EEA Residents)

You have the following rights under the GDPR:

  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectify inaccuracies
  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restrict or object to processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to lodge a complaint

You may exercise these rights via the contributor account menu or by contacting the data controller. Complaints may be filed with the Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman or, outside the EU, with the District Court of Turku, Finland.

7. Security Measures

We use secure HTTPS connections, firewalls, software updates, and restricted access (SSH/SFTP) to protect your data. In case of a data breach, we follow Finnish legal obligations including notification within 72 hours to authorities.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under this age.

9. Do Not Track

Our website does not respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals.

10. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page. We encourage you to review it regularly.

Contact

If you have questions or requests concerning your data, please contact:

Jakke Lehtonen
Email: jakke.lehtonen@gmail.com