Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Surfed ("we", "us", or "the magazine") collects, uses, and protects information you provide when you use this website or subscribe to our newsletter.
1. Information we collect
We collect only the information you actively provide:
- Email address — when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
- Name and message — when you use the contact form
- Payment information — processed securely by our payment provider (we do not store card details)
We do not use tracking pixels, third-party analytics, or behavioural advertising. Our website does not set cookies beyond what is strictly necessary for functionality.
2. How we use your information
- To send the newsletter you subscribed to
- To respond to messages you have sent us
- To process subscriptions and manage your account
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is stored by our email service provider. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by emailing us directly.
4. Data retention
We retain your email address for as long as your subscription is active. If you unsubscribe, we delete your address within 30 days. Contact form data is retained for up to 12 months to allow us to follow up on correspondence.
5. Your rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@surfed.example.
6. Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong, unique passwords for any accounts.
7. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy occasionally. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
8. Contact
Questions about this policy? Write to us at privacy@surfed.example or via the contact page.