Privacy Policy for Wallas website

At Wallas, we respect and protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal data of users visiting our website. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

This privacy policy also explains how we use Google Analytics to track and analyze website usage.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: This includes any information you voluntarily provide to us, such as your name, email address, and other contact details when you fill out forms or interact with us directly.

Usage Data: We automatically collect data about how you use our website. This may include information like your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, time spent on the site, and interactions with website content. This information is collected using cookies and similar technologies.

2. Use of Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc., to analyze how users interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our site. This data is sent to Google and is stored on their servers.

The data collected includes:

Your IP address (anonymized).
Information about the device and browser you are using.
Your interactions with the website (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other usage statistics).

Google uses this information to help us understand how our site is being used and how we can improve the user experience. For more details, please refer to Google’s privacy policy: Google Privacy Policy.

Opt-out: If you do not want your data to be collected by Google Analytics, you can opt-out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. Alternatively, you can disable cookies in your browser settings.

3. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. Cookies help us track website usage and remember your preferences to improve your experience.

Some cookies are essential for the operation of our website, while others help us analyze how users interact with the site through Google Analytics. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings, and you can choose to block or delete cookies. However, please note that this may affect the functionality of some parts of the website.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

To analyze website traffic and improve website performance using Google Analytics.
To improve the user experience by personalizing content and functionality.
To respond to inquiries or customer support requests.
To send marketing communications (if you have consented to receive them).

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information with third-party service providers, including Google Analytics, to help us analyze and improve the website.

We may also disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights or the rights of others.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Data collected by Google Analytics is stored by Google, and you can control retention periods through your Google Analytics settings.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Objection to Processing: You can object to the processing of your personal data in certain situations.
Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at sales@wallas.fi.

8. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your personal data, please contact us at:

Wallas-Marin Oy
Kärrykatu 4
20780 Kaarina
Finland
sales@wallas.fi