Datenschutzerklärung

This privacy policy explains how information is handled when you use our online platform dedicated to providing information about Austrian motorway vignettes. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with relevant data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

**Information We Collect**

We collect information in the following ways:

* Information you provide to us directly: This includes information you submit when you use our contact form, such as your name, email address, subject, and the content of your message. If you request a callback, this indicates your interest in receiving communication from us.
* Information collected automatically: When you visit our site, we may collect certain information automatically through technologies like cookies. This can include technical information about your device, browser type, IP address, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit. This information helps us understand how our site is used and improve its functionality.

**How We Use Your Information**

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

* To respond to your inquiries and provide the services you request through our contact form.
* To maintain and improve the functionality and user experience of our service.
* To analyze site traffic and usage patterns to understand how our content is being consumed and to make necessary improvements.
* To ensure the security and stability of our online platform.
* For compliance with legal obligations.

We will only process your personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so, such as your consent (e.g., when you submit a contact form), our legitimate interests (e.g., site security and analysis), or to comply with legal requirements.

**Cookies and Similar Technologies**

Our site uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information automatically. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use cookies to:

* Operate our service effectively.
* Remember your preferences, such as your cookie consent choice, so you do not have to indicate it again.
* Understand how you use our site to improve our content and layout.

You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. However, declining cookies may affect your ability to use some parts of our service. We use a cookie consent banner to manage your preferences regarding non-essential cookies.

**Data Retention**

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. For example, contact form submissions are kept for a reasonable period to address your request and for administrative purposes. Automatically collected data is retained as long as needed for analysis and site improvement, or as required by law.

**Sharing Your Information**

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to outside parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

* Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third parties who provide services on our behalf, such as website hosting, data analysis, and technical support. These third parties are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.
* Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, in response to a court order, or to cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
* Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your personal data is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

**Your Data Protection Rights**

Under applicable data protection laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:

* Right of Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
* Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
* Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
* Right to Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
* Right to Object to Processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
* Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive the personal data you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and have the right to transmit that data to another controller, where technically feasible.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided on our contact page. We may need to request specific information from you to help us confirm your identity and ensure your right to access your personal data or to exercise any of your other rights.

**Security of Your Data**

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

**Changes to This Privacy Policy**

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will update the date at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically.

**Contact Us**

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data handling practices, please contact us via the contact form available on our site.