Privacy Policy

Privacy Notice for Reviell.com by Digisfy Ltd., London, UK

Introduction

This document serves as the privacy notice for visitors to Reviell.com and other digital platforms operated by Digisfy Ltd., based in London, UK. It outlines our practices regarding the handling of your personal data and details your legal rights concerning this data. References to “we” and “our” in this notice pertain to Digisfy Ltd.

Types of Personal Data We Collect

The following types of personal data may be collected:

  1. Personal identifiers, such as name, email address, year of birth, and home address (if needed for deliveries).
  2. Payment information, including debit or credit card details.
  3. Technical data, such as IP addresses and information about your device.
  4. Browsing behavior on our websites.
  5. Transactional details of products or services you purchase.

Data Processing Activities

  • When creating an account on Reviell.com for activities like commenting, competition entry, or newsletter subscriptions, we require your full name, email, year of birth, and postcode.
  • For commenting, a unique username is needed.
  • For paid subscriptions, your billing and payment card details are required.
  • At virtual events, your name and contact details may be shared with hosting platforms.
  • For product purchases, we collect extensive information including contact and payment details through our partner Tipser AB, with whom we jointly control your data. Tipser’s privacy policy is accessible here: Tipser Privacy Notice.
  • Customer service interactions necessitate your contact information and query details.
  • If you sign a petition, your name, email, and age confirmation are collected and shared with the petition recipient.
  • Data storage may involve transfer to the US, using appropriate legal safeguards.
  • Special category data, such as political beliefs, if collected, is deleted within three months post-petition closure.
  • Opt-in communications regarding petitions or updates from The Independent are subject to your consent.
  • Website visitor data is collected via cookies and similar technologies, with detailed information in our Cookie Notice.
  • Additional data from third parties like Skimlinks, Eyeota, Bombora, Experian, Quantcast, and Nielsen may be integrated for enhanced profiling and advertising purposes.

Use of Your Data

Your data is used for:

  • Identity verification.
  • Personalizing advertising and website content.
  • Website design improvements.
  • Marketing communications, subject to your consent.
  • Subscription services and customer support.
  • Competition management.
  • Market research.
  • Delivering products or services.
  • Legal obligations and resolving complaints.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your data based on:

  1. Consent: For marketing, personalization, and analytics, with the right to withdraw consent anytime.
  2. Legitimate Interests: For website traffic analysis and service maintenance.
  3. Contract Performance: Necessary processing for product or service delivery.

Access and Control of Your Personal Data

  • Registered users can update their data via account settings.
  • Data access, deletion, or update requests can be made through our customer services.
  • Your data is retained as long as necessary and in compliance with legal requirements.
  • We share your data with our sister companies within ESI Media and third-party service providers under strict data protection agreements.

International Data Transfers

  • Data may be transferred internationally, with appropriate legal protections in the UK, EU, or US.
  • Your rights include data access, rectification, erasure, processing restriction, portability, objection, and consent withdrawal.
  • Concerns or rights exercises can be addressed through our online customer services form or by contacting our Data Protection Officer.

This privacy notice is tailored to the specific operations of Digisfy Ltd. and Reviell.com, reflecting our commitment to your privacy and data protection rights.

Your Rights Concerning Personal Data

As a data subject, you have several rights regarding your personal data, including:

  1. Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Right of Rectification: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  3. Right to be Forgotten: You can ask for your data to be erased from our records.
  4. Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request that we limit how we process your data.
  5. Right of Portability: You have the right to transfer your data to another organization.
  6. Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your data, particularly for direct marketing.
  7. Right to Withdraw Consent: At any time, you can withdraw previously given consent for data processing.

Please note that these rights are subject to certain conditions and exemptions.

Contact and Complaints

  • For exercising your rights or for any queries or concerns about our data handling practices, please use our online customer services form.
  • You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority or directly with our Data Protection Officer. Contact details are provided below.

Data Protection Officer Contact:

  • Email: info@reviell.com

Changes to Our Privacy Notice

We may update this privacy notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated revision date. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our privacy practices.

Children’s Privacy

Reviell.com is not targeted towards children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under this age. Users under the age of 18 are not permitted to register an account with us.

Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include internal reviews of our data collection, storage, processing practices, and security measures, as well as physical security measures to guard against unauthorized access to systems where we store personal data.

Our Commitment

At Digisfy Ltd., we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. We strive to be transparent in our data processing activities and comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

This notice is specific to the operations of Reviell.com and Digisfy Ltd., reflecting our dedication to safeguarding your personal data and respecting your privacy rights. For any questions or further information, please contact our customer services team.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website, Reviell.com, may include links to third-party websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy statements. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the privacy notice of every website you visit.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information with selected third parties, including:

  • Affiliates and Subsidiaries: We may share your data within our group of companies for operational purposes.
  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that provide services on our behalf, such as hosting, payment processing, customer service, and marketing.
  • Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or to respond to legal processes, we may disclose your information to authorities.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any reorganization, restructuring, merger, or sale, we may transfer information we collect to the relevant third party.

Cookie Policy

Reviell.com uses cookies and similar technologies to distinguish you from other users of our website. This helps us provide you with a good experience when you browse our site and allows us to improve our site. For detailed information on the cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them, see our Cookie Notice.

Opt-Out and Unsubscribe

You have the option to opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time. You can exercise your right to prevent such processing by checking certain boxes on the forms we use to collect your data. You can also exercise the right to unsubscribe from our marketing communications by using the unsubscribe link in the emails we send.

Contacting Us

For any queries, requests, or concerns regarding this privacy notice or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@reviell.com

We are committed to working with you to obtain a fair resolution of any complaint or concern about privacy. If, however, you believe that we have not been able to assist with your complaint or concern, you have the right to make a complaint to the data protection authority of your country of residence.

Effective Date and Updates

This privacy notice is effective as of 1.12.2023. We reserve the right to modify this privacy notice at any time, so please review it frequently. Changes and clarifications will take effect immediately upon their posting on the website.

Conclusion

At Digisfy Ltd., we value your trust and are dedicated to protecting your privacy. We hope this notice has helped you understand how we handle and protect your personal data at Reviell.com. If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.