Privacy Policy
Data processed and protected in accordance with this privacy policy is any information (personal data) relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (respectively, the data subject), who can be identified, directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identifier such as the said person's name, surname, identification number, location data, an online identifier or to one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity of that natural person, or any other factors, used individually or in any combination.
The data processing specified in this privacy policy is any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means, and such operations may include collection, recording, organisation, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or any other operations with data.
The data controller is the business operator Artis Teterovskis, hereinafter referred to as the Controller. The Controller's contact information: address – Melnezera iela 16, Tukums, LV-3101, telephone +371 251295778, e-mail – artis@afabrika.lv .
The website www.afabrika.lv (hereinafter – the Website) collects data about Website visitors, thereby enabling the Website operator to evaluate how useful the Website is and how it could be improved. The Controller constantly enhances the Website with the aim of improving its usability; therefore, the Controller needs to know what information is important to Website visitors, how often they visit this Website, what devices and web browsers they use, what region the visitors come from, and what content they prefer to read.
The Controller uses the Google Analytics system, which allows the Controller to analyse how visitors use the Website. You can learn about the basic principles of how Google Analytics works on the Google website at https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/1012034?hl=en-GB&ref_topic=6157800. The Controller uses the collected data in its legitimate interests to improve the understanding of Website visitors' needs and to enhance the accessibility of the information published by the Controller. The Visitor may stop data collection by Google Analytics at any time, as described here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/.
The server where the Website is hosted may log requests sent by the visitor (device used, browser, IP address, access date and time). The data mentioned in this paragraph are used for technical purposes: to ensure the proper functioning and security of the Website and to investigate possible security incidents. The basis for collecting the data mentioned in this paragraph is the Controller's legitimate interest in ensuring the technical availability and integrity of the Website.
If the Visitor voluntarily contacts the Controller (for example, by calling, writing an e-mail, or filling out a contact form on the Website), the Controller processes this data (name, e-mail, phone number, and the content of the message) in order to provide a response, prepare an offer, or resolve the issue that has arisen.
The legal basis for this data processing is the Controller's legitimate interest in ensuring quality communication, as well as taking steps prior to entering into a contract (if the Visitor wishes to purchase a service). Communication data are stored for as long as the correspondence is ongoing or as long as necessary for the protection of the Controller's legitimate interests.
Cookies are small files that, each time a visitor visits the Website, the browser saves on the visitor's computer to the extent specified in the visitor's computer browser settings. Certain cookies are used to select and tailor the information and advertisements offered to the visitor based on content the visitor has viewed previously, thereby making the use of the Website simple, convenient, and individually tailored for visitors. Additional information about cookies, as well as their deletion and management, can be obtained on the website www.aboutcookies.org.
The Website uses cookies to collect the user's IP addresses and browsing information and to allow the Website to remember the visitor's choices. Cookies allow the Controller to track the Website's data traffic and user interaction with the Website – the Controller uses this data to analyse visitor behaviour and improve the Website. The legal basis for the use of cookies is the Controller's legitimate interest in ensuring the functionality, accessibility, and integrity of the Website.
The Visitor can control and/or delete cookies at their own choice. More information about this process is available here: www.aboutcookies.org. The Visitor can delete all cookies that are on their computer, and most browsers can be set to block cookies from being placed on the computer. The Visitor can opt out of cookies in the browser menu or at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. To make the necessary settings, the visitor needs to become familiar with the rules of their browser. In case of blocking cookies, the visitor will have to manually adjust the settings every time the Website is visited, and there is a possibility that some services and functions will not work.
The Controller does not disclose the Visitor's personal data to third parties, except in cases where it is necessary to ensure the operation of the Website or is required by laws and regulations:
IT service providers: To ensure the operation of the Website and data storage, the Controller may transfer data to carefully selected cooperation partners (for example, server hosts, email service providers) who act as data processors and process data only in accordance with the Controller's instructions.
Analytics tools: As mentioned above, the Website uses "Google Analytics" services provided by Google to analyse Website traffic.
Law enforcement authorities: Data may be disclosed to government authorities only in cases and in accordance with the procedures specified in laws and regulations.
The Controller confirms that cookies and statistical information will be collected, processed, and stored in accordance with the requirements of European Union regulatory acts, including the General Data Protection Regulation No. 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016.
The Controller reserves the right to change these terms at any time. It is the responsibility of the Website visitor to independently check the content of the Website to become familiar with changes to the terms. The Website visitor has the right to inform the Controller or the Data State Inspectorate if they believe that their rights have been violated.
