Privacy Policy

At BalticTimes.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website, including the use of cookies, Google Analytics, and the use of MakeCommerce for payment processing.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect various types of information from users of our website, including:

• Personal information: When you create an account, subscribe to our services, or make a purchase, we may collect personal data such as your name, email address, IP address and billing details.
• Non-personal information: We collect non-personal data, such as browser type, device type, and browsing behavior, through cookies and similar technologies.

2. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on BalticTimes.com. Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our website.

Cookies are used for several purposes:

• Essential cookies: These are necessary for the operation of our website.
• Analytical cookies: These allow us to collect information on how visitors use the site and improve its functionality, using services such as Google Analytics.
• Functional cookies: These cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings or login information, to improve your browsing experience.

You can control cookie settings through your browser and may disable cookies if you wish, though this may affect certain functionalities on our website.

3. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to collect information about how users interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous data such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• How users reached the site
• Browser and device information

This data helps us analyze traffic patterns, improve website performance, and tailor content to meet users' needs. Google Analytics does not collect personal information, and the data is anonymized. To learn more, you can review Google’s Privacy Policy.

4. MakeCommerce Payment Processing

We use MakeCommerce to process payments securely. When you make a purchase on BalticTimes.com, MakeCommerce handles the payment details, such as credit card or bank information, and processes transactions in a secure environment. MakeCommerce complies with industry-standard security protocols, including encryption and PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard).

BalticTimes.com does not store any payment information, and all transactions are processed by MakeCommerce. For more details, you can review MakeCommerce's Privacy Policy.

5. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Process payments and fulfill orders
• Communicate with you regarding your account, orders, or inquiries
• Analyze website performance and optimize user experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties except as required to deliver services, such as payment processing through MakeCommerce or data analysis through Google Analytics.

6. Data Security

We take data security seriously and use appropriate measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. However, please note that no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request corrections to any inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and regulatory obligations
• Opt-out of receiving marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, or if you have questions about how we handle your data, please contact us at [email address].

8. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services such as Google Analytics and MakeCommerce for data analysis and payment processing. These services may have their own privacy policies governing how they collect and use your information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]