Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 20, 2026

Welcome to Greece Enthusiast (greeceenthusiast.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our content. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

For the purposes of the GDPR, the Data Controller responsible for your personal data is Greece Enthusiast. If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact us at:

  • Email: hello@greeceenthusiast.com

2. Information We Collect and Legal Basis

We collect and process data based on specific legal grounds defined by the GDPR:

  • Information you provide voluntarily (Consent): When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us directly, we collect your email address and any provided information.
  • Interaction Data (Legitimate Interest): When you use features like the "Was this useful?" voting panel or the "Save article" button, we log these interactions to improve our editorial layout and content quality.
  • Automated Usage Data (Legitimate Interest): We collect standard, non-identifying information such as your browser type, device type, referring pages, and reading progress to ensure site stability and optimize user experience.

3. Cookies and Local Storage

We use cookies and local browser storage to make your experience smoother:

  • Essential Features: Local storage is used to remember your site preferences, such as the articles you have saved to read later.
  • Analytics: We use basic tracking to measure site traffic and engagement. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

4. Data Retention

We keep your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Analytics and interaction data are anonymized or deleted automatically after standard retention periods.

5. Third-Party Services and Data Transfers

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We utilize trusted third-party data processors to operate our platform (such as MailPoet for newsletters and secure hosting providers). If any of these providers are located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, are in place to protect your data.

6. Your Data Rights under GDPR

As a resident of the European Union, you have extensive rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct incomplete or inaccurate data.
  • Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You can ask us to delete your personal data.
  • Right to Restriction of Processing: You can ask us to suspend the processing of your data under certain scenarios.
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request the transfer of your data to you or a third party.
  • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing or legitimate interests.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time (e.g., by clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@greeceenthusiast.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our site features or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.