Slovakia Sights

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy has been machine translated from original Slovak version

Effective Date: 25.09.2025

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data of users of the websites slovakiasights.com, turistickeatrakcie.sk, and the related mobile application (collectively, the “Platform”).

1. Data Controller

The data controller is [company name], registered in [register], with its registered office at [address].

For questions regarding personal data protection, please contact us at:
E-mail: [info@slovakiasights.com]

2. What Data We Process

2.1. Non-registered users

  • The Platform collects information for the proper functioning of the Platform itself or the content it displays. This content may be managed through the Platform by moderation or by the Platform’s partners. In connection with the proper functioning and display of this content, the Platform may process the localization or selected location of users, the selected language, the attraction filter settings, as well as other settings selected by users, in particular for the correct display of suggestions for nearby attractions, events and targeted display of advertisements as well as other content displayed through the Platform.
  • The Platform collects statistics on the use and display of content.
  • We do not collect users’ personal data, except for technical data strictly necessary for the proper functioning and security of the Platform. This includes, in particular, data such as IP address, cookies, application version, error reports, technical logs, and other information required to ensure the security, availability, and operation of the Platform, as well as for statistical analysis purposes.

2.2. Registered users

When a user registers or logs in via Google Single Sign-On (GSO), in addition we may collect:

  • first and last name (if provided in the Google account),
  • e-mail address,
  • profile picture link (if available),
  • unique account identifier.

A nickname and profile picture(avatar) may be displayed to other platform users on a public profile or in content published by a user.

3. Purposes of Processing

We process personal data strictly for the following purposes:

  • enabling login and management of the user account,
  • providing Platform features (reviews, ratings, trip creation, content submission),
  • communication with the user (notifications, support),
  • ensuring and protecting the Platform against misuse,
  • compliance with legal obligations under Slovak and EU law,
  • proper display of advertising content within the Platform.

Advertising content is managed and delivered exclusively through our Platform. The data used for displaying such advertising are not shared with third parties and are not used for profiling users outside the Platform.

We do not use data for marketing purposes unless the user is provided with a clear option to give consent.

4. Data Retention

  • Personal data is stored for the duration of the user’s account.
  • The user may deactivate or delete their account via the Platform or by contacting the Provider at info@slovakiasights.com at any time. In the event of account deletion, the user’s personal data shall be erased or anonymized, except for data the retention of which is necessary to comply with the controller’s legal obligations or for the purposes of legitimate interests, such as in particular the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims, compliance with accounting obligations, handling of suspected fraudulent or unlawful activities, or cooperation with public authorities. Such data shall be processed only to the extent and for the period required by the applicable laws of the Slovak Republic and the GDPR.
  • Content created by the user (reviews, ratings, photos, videos) will remain on the Platform, but the author could be anonymized.

5. Data Sharing

  • We do not share personal data with third parties, except where necessary for technical operation of the Platform (e.g., hosting, cloud services) or where required by law.
  • All partners processing data are bound by confidentiality and GDPR compliance.
  • Data is not transferred outside the European Union, except where necessary when using Google services. In such cases, EU Standard Contractual Clauses and appropriate safeguards apply..

6. User Rights

Under GDPR, users have the following rights:

  • the right of access to their personal data,
  • the right to rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data,
  • the right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”),
  • the right to restrict processing,
  • the right to data portability,
  • the right to object to processing,
  • the right to lodge a complaint with the Slovak Data Protection Authority (https://dataprotection.gov.sk).

Users may exercise their rights by contacting us at: [info@slovakiasights.com].

7. Cookies and Technical Data

The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies for:

  • essential functionality (e.g., login),
  • traffic analysis and service optimization.

Users may manage cookies through their browser settings.

8. Security

  • We apply appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.
  • Access to data is restricted to authorized personnel only.

9. Changes to the Policy

We may amend or update this Policy from time to time.

10. Contact

For questions or requests regarding personal data protection, please contact us at:
E-mail: [info@slovakiasights.com]