This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data on our fan hub website dedicated to Darmstadt 98.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we, Steve Bellingham, the independent operator of the fan hub website https://darmstadtnews.info, collect, use, and protect your personal data. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is respected and protected in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data that you provide to us through our contact form, which includes your name and email address. Additionally, our servers automatically log access data, which may include your IP address, browser type, and access times. This data is collected to improve our website and ensure its security.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

The legal basis for processing your personal data is primarily based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) of the GDPR) when you submit the contact form. We also process data based on legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) of the GDPR), such as maintaining the security and functionality of our website.

4. Data Retention Period

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Access logs are retained for a limited period to ensure the security of our website.

5. Cookies

Our website uses minimal first-party cookies to enhance user experience. We do not use any third-party analytics or advertising cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Hosting

Your personal data is hosted on Cloudflare R2, which provides secure and reliable data storage. We ensure that any data hosted is protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject under the GDPR, you have the following rights: the right to access your personal data, the right to rectification, the right to erasure, the right to data portability, the right to object to processing, and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the email provided below.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or requests regarding your personal data, please contact us at deploy@fanhub.local. We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring your rights are upheld.

Last updated: 2026-05-08