Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how www.abby21.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information obtained from users (“you” or “your”) when you access or use this website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Information: 
  Information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, email communication, or other direct interactions, such as your name, email address, or any other details you choose to disclose.
• Usage Data: 
  Non-identifiable information automatically collected, including your IP address, browser type, device information, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: 
  This website may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to enhance functionality, improve user experience, and analyze website traffic.

2. How We Use Information

The information collected may be used for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve this website.
• To respond to inquiries and communicate with you.
• To analyze website usage and trends for performance optimization.
• To comply with applicable legal obligations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (if applicable)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).
• Performance of a contract or steps taken at your request prior to entering into a contract (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR).
• Compliance with a legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR).
• Legitimate interests pursued by us, provided they are not overridden by your rights and interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may disclose your information:

• To third-party service providers that assist in operating the website (e.g., hosting, analytics).
• As required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of ourselves or others.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow us and third parties to recognize your browser, remember preferences, and measure website performance.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality (e.g., navigation, security).
• Performance & Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site, so we can improve functionality and content.
• Functional Cookies: Allow the site to remember your preferences.
• Third-Party Cookies: Some embedded content (such as Twitch streams, YouTube videos, or social media buttons) may use their own cookies subject to their respective privacy policies.

5.3 Your Choices

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Visitors in the European Union will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing acceptance or rejection of non-essential cookies.

If you are a California resident, you have the right under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information, including data collected by cookies.

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes set forth in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information.
• Request deletion of your personal information.
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
• Withdraw consent, where consent forms the legal basis of processing.
• Under the CCPA: request disclosure of the categories of data collected, and request that your personal information not be sold or shared.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

If you access this website from outside Germany, please note that your information may be transferred to and stored in jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, you may contact us at:

📧 info@abby21.com