Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for your personal data is:

 

Orenda’s Avra – Giant Schnauzer Kennel
Athens, Greece
Email: [Insert Email]
Phone: [Insert Number]

​

2. Categories of Personal Data Collected

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

 

2.1. Data You Provide Directly

• Full name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Postal address

• Puppy application information (lifestyle, preferences, household details)

• Any information voluntarily submitted via contact forms or email

 

2.2. Data Collected Automatically (via Wix and analytics technologies)

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device and operating system

• Pages visited, session duration, and interaction data

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

 

Wix may independently collect and store certain technical information as part of its platform operations.

 

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): when you submit forms or subscribe to communications.

• Contractual necessity (Art. 6(1)(b)): to evaluate and respond to puppy applications or inquiries.

• Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): maintaining website functionality, preventing misuse, improving services.

• Legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c)): invoicing, accounting, or compliance with Greek law.

 

4. Purposes of Processing

We process personal data to:

• Respond to inquiries and communications

• Review and process puppy applications and waitlist requests

• Manage customer relationships

• Send updates regarding litters, availability, or kennel news (only with consent)

• Operate and secure our website

• Maintain administrative and business records

• Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell or rent personal data.

 

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website is hosted on Wix, which uses cookies for:

• Security

• Analytics

• User experience and site functionality

 

You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

 

6. Data Sharing & International Transfers

We may share data with:

• Wix.com Ltd., our website host and a GDPR-compliant data processor

• IT service providers necessary for website operation

• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

 

Wix may transfer data to countries outside the EU. All transfers are governed by lawfully recognized safeguards such as adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

 

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes defined above or as required by legal, contractual, or regulatory obligations.

Typical retention periods:

• Contact form submissions: up to 12 months

• Puppy applications: up to 24 months

• Emails and communications: up to 24 months

• Accounting or transactional records: 10 years (as required by Greek law)

 

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure hosting via Wix

• Access controls

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS)

• Limited access to data on a need-to-know basis

 

However, no online system is completely secure.

 

9. Your GDPR Rights

You have the following rights under GDPR:

• Right of access (Art. 15)

• Right to rectification (Art. 16)

• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”) (Art. 17)

• Right to restrict processing (Art. 18)

• Right to data portability (Art. 20)

• Right to object (Art. 21)

• Right to withdraw consent at any time

 

To exercise any rights, contact: [Insert Email]

You may also lodge a complaint with the Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA).

 

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us immediately.

 

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The revised version will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.