GDPR Compliance Statement
GDPR Compliance Statement
Last Updated: [27/02/2025]
Biodome Caribbean is committed to ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other global data protection laws. As an educational research company offering downloadable e-books and courses, we take data protection and privacy seriously. This page outlines our approach to GDPR compliance and how we safeguard the personal data of our users.
1. Our Commitment to Data Protection
We adhere to GDPR principles to ensure that personal data is:
- Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
- Collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes.
- Limited to what is necessary for the intended purpose.
- Accurate and kept up to date.
- Stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary.
- Processed with appropriate security and confidentiality measures.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect and process the following personal data:
- Contact Information: Name and email address to provide access to our digital products and customer support.
- Payment Information: Securely processed by third-party providers (we do not store payment details).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information for security and analytics.
- Cookies & Tracking Data: Used to improve user experience and website functionality.
3. Lawful Basis for Data Processing
Under GDPR, we process personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill orders and provide purchased digital content.
- Legitimate Interests: To enhance our services and maintain website security.
- Legal Compliance: To meet legal and regulatory obligations.
- Consent: For marketing emails and optional cookies (users may withdraw consent at any time).
4. How We Protect Your Data
We implement robust security measures, including:
- Encrypted data storage and restricted access.
- SSL encryption for data transmission.
- Compliance with PCI-DSS standards for payment processing.
5. User Rights Under GDPR
As per GDPR regulations, users have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Obtain a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data, except where required for legal compliance.
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Transfer your data to another provider.
- Right to Object: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for optional data processing at any time.
To exercise your rights, contact us at support@biodomecaribbean.com.
6. Data Retention Policy
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy and in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Users can request data deletion at any time.
7. International Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
- Other lawful transfer mechanisms under GDPR.
8. Third-Party Services
We work with GDPR-compliant third-party providers for:
- Payment Processing (e.g., PayPal, Stripe)
- Email Communication (e.g., Mailchimp, SendGrid)
- Website Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
These providers are contractually obligated to process data securely and lawfully.
9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Users can manage cookie preferences via browser settings or opt out through our cookie consent banner.
10. Updates to This Compliance Statement
We may update this GDPR Compliance Statement periodically to reflect changes in legal or operational requirements. Any updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Information
For GDPR-related inquiries or to exercise your data rights, contact us at:
Biodome Caribbean
Camino Los Naranjos 1
04250 Pechina, Almería, Spain
Email: support@biodomecaribbean.com