Privacy Policy for PassportLists.com
Last updated: [21/08/05]
At PassportLists.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website https://passportlists.com, and how we comply with applicable laws including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Google AdSense policies.
1. Who We Are
Our website address is: https://passportlists.com.
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Data Controller:
[Your Name or Company Name]
Email: [Insert email address]
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Data: Name, email address, and any details you provide when leaving comments or filling out forms.
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
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Cookies & Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies for analytics, ads, and performance tracking.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
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To provide and maintain our services.
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To respond to your comments or inquiries.
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To improve our website and content.
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To comply with legal obligations.
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For advertising and analytics purposes (including Google AdSense).
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process personal data under the following legal grounds:
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Consent: When you accept cookies or provide information voluntarily.
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Legitimate Interest: To maintain website functionality and prevent fraud.
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Legal Obligation: When required by law.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
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Essential Cookies: Required for the site to function.
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Analytics Cookies: To understand site usage and improve performance.
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Advertising Cookies: Used by Google and its partners for personalized ads and measurement.
Google AdSense Disclosure:
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Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other sites.
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Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites on the Internet.
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You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting www.aboutads.info.
Managing Cookies:
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or by using our cookie consent tool displayed on the site.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party services:
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Google AdSense (Advertising) – Google Privacy & Terms
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Google Analytics (Analytics) – Google Privacy Policy
These services may collect data using cookies and other tracking technologies.
7. Data Sharing & Transfers
We do not sell your personal data.
However, we may share data with:
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Service Providers that help us operate our website (e.g., hosting providers, analytics).
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Legal Authorities if required by law.
Data may be transferred outside the EU/EEA, but we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
9. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
You have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you.
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Request correction or deletion of your data.
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Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., for cookies).
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Opt out of the sale of personal data (CCPA).
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File a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise your rights, email us at Info at passportlists.com.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
11. Embedded Content & External Links
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images) or links to other websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.