GDPR Compliance
Effective Date: January 10, 2024
Website: https://toppickreviews.net
1. Introduction
Welcome to toppickreviews.net (“we”, “our”, or “the website”).
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit or interact with our website.
2. Data Controller
Data Controller: toppickreviews.net
Email: [email protected]
Address: (Insert company or business address, optional)
3. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of data:
- Data you provide voluntarily — e.g., when submitting a contact form, leaving comments, or subscribing to a newsletter (name, email address, message, etc.).
- Automatically collected data — such as IP address, browser type, device information, referral URL, pages visited, and timestamps.
- Cookies and tracking technologies — see “Cookies Policy” section below.
4. Legal Basis and Purpose of Processing
We process your data only when we have a lawful basis to do so, including:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| To provide and maintain website functionality | Legitimate interest / Contract necessity |
| To respond to inquiries or comments | Contract necessity / Consent |
| To analyze traffic and improve content | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| To comply with legal obligations | Legal requirement |
| To send marketing or affiliate updates (where applicable) | Consent (you can withdraw at any time) |
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage. Cookies are small files stored on your device to help us remember preferences and measure traffic.
Types of Cookies we use:
- Necessary Cookies – Required for basic site functionality (e.g., login, navigation).
- Analytics Cookies – Help us understand visitor behavior (e.g., Google Analytics, IP anonymized where possible).
- Functional Cookies – Save your preferences (e.g., language settings).
- Advertising Cookies – Used for affiliate tracking, personalized ads, or performance measurement (e.g., Google Ads, Amazon Associates).
Cookie Consent :
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze traffic, and show relevant ads. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to our use of all cookies. You can manage preferences under “Settings”.
You may disable cookies through your browser or through the cookie banner plugin at any time. Note that disabling some cookies may limit certain site functions.
6. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing
We may share limited information with trusted third-party services necessary for site operation and analytics, such as:
- Analytics tools: Google Analytics (with IP anonymization enabled).
- Affiliate & Advertising networks: Google Ads, Amazon Associates, or other affiliate programs for tracking conversions and performance.
- Hosting & infrastructure providers: for web hosting, CDN, or backup services.
- Security or spam protection services: to prevent abuse and protect our platform.
All third-party providers are carefully selected to ensure GDPR compliance and may act as “Data Processors” under appropriate agreements.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access – Request a copy of your personal data we hold.
- Right to Rectification – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Right to Restrict Processing – Request limitation of how your data is processed.
- Right to Data Portability – Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object – Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent – Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint – File a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority if you believe your rights are violated.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
9. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
These include HTTPS encryption, restricted access, periodic audits, and secure data storage.
However, no online transmission is 100% secure; if a breach occurs, we will notify affected users and authorities as required by law.
10. International Data Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred and stored outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
When we do so, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place — such as Standard Contractual Clauses or working only with partners adhering to GDPR-level protections.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward individuals under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately to delete it.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The updated version will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”
Significant updates will be communicated via website notice or email (if applicable).
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, privacy requests, or complaints, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Subject line: GDPR / Privacy Inquiry
14. Disclaimer
This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
If your website handles sensitive or large-scale user data, you should consult a qualified data protection expert to ensure full compliance.
