Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 12, 2025
Introduction
ETIAS Check ("we," "our," "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we handle information when you use our website etascheck.com.
Information We Collect
We collect minimal information necessary to provide our services:
Usage Data
- Pages visited on our website
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation patterns and click behavior
- Referral sources (how you found our site)
- Device and browser information
Technical Data
- IP address (anonymized for analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Device information and operating system
- Language preferences
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies for analytics and advertising purposes. See our Cookie Policy section below for details.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Improve our website content and functionality
- Understand user behavior and preferences
- Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- Ensure website security and prevent abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Generate anonymous, aggregated statistics
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website and other websites on the Internet. These cookies allow Google and its partners to serve ads based on your interests.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or by visiting www.aboutads.info.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Google Analytics, Google AdSense, and hosting providers who assist in operating our website
- Aggregated Data: Anonymous, aggregated statistics that cannot identify individuals
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
- Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads (Google AdSense)
Managing Cookies:
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality and prevent ads from displaying properly.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain anonymized analytics data for up to 26 months. Cookie data is retained according to the specific cookie's expiration period, typically up to 2 years for advertising cookies.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us through our website.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area, our legal bases for processing personal data are:
- Legitimate Interests: Operating and improving our website, displaying relevant content
- Consent: Where you have provided consent for specific processing activities
- Legal Obligation: Complying with applicable laws and regulations
This privacy policy is provided for informational purposes and should be reviewed by legal counsel to ensure compliance with all applicable data protection laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations.