GDPR Compliance

Last Updated: March 13, 2025

At European Real Estate (https://european.realestate/), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our users in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679. This GDPR page outlines how we collect, process, store, and protect your personal data, as well as your rights under this regulation.

1. Who We Are

Data Controller:
European Real Estate
Email: info@european.realestate

We act as the “Data Controller” responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing your personal data.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data when you interact with our website or services:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address (e.g., when you submit a contact form or sign up for our newsletter).
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data collected via cookies or similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy for details).
Property Inquiry Data: Information you provide when inquiring about properties, such as preferences, budget, or location.
Communication Data: Records of correspondence with us via email, phone, or other channels.

We only collect data that is necessary for the purposes outlined below.

3. How We Use Your Data (Legal Basis)

We process your personal data based on the following lawful grounds under GDPR:

Consent (Article 6(1)(a)): When you explicitly agree to receive marketing emails or newsletters.
Contractual Necessity (Article 6(1)(b)): To provide services you request, such as responding to property inquiries or facilitating transactions.
Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f)): To improve our website, analyze usage trends, or ensure security, provided your rights and freedoms do not override these interests.
Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c)): To comply with applicable laws or regulations.

4. How We Share Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data with:

Service Providers: Third-party companies (e.g., hosting providers, email services, or analytics tools) acting as “Data Processors” on our behalf, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Business Partners: Real estate agents, developers, or other professionals involved in fulfilling your requests, only with your consent or as necessary.
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.

All third parties are required to comply with GDPR and ensure adequate protection of your data.

5. International Data Transfer

If you are located in the EEA and we transfer your data outside the EEA (e.g., to service providers based in other countries), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.
Ensuring the recipient country has an adequacy decision from the EU.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. For example:

Contact form data: Retained for 12 months unless further engagement occurs.
Marketing data: Retained until you withdraw consent.
Technical data: Retained for [insert time period, e.g., 6 months] for analytics purposes.

Once retention periods expire, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights Under GDP

As an individual in the EEA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access (Article 15): Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification (Article 16): Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (Article 17): Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”), subject to legal exceptions.
Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18): Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability (Article 20): Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object (Article 21): Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing relies on it.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond within one month, though this may be extended by two months for complex requests.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For more information, including how to manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. These include encryption, secure servers, and regular security reviews. However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Complain

If you believe we have not handled your personal data appropriately, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in the EEA. For example:

EU Data Protection Authorities: A list of national authorities can be found here.
Alternatively, contact us first at info@european.realestate, and we will strive to resolve your concerns.

11. Changes to This GDPR Notice

We may update this page periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top will indicate when changes were made. Please check back regularly.