Privacy Policy

Information Collected

We collect limited information to maintain website operation. When you utilize the contact form, we collect the name, email address, topic, and message content provided. We store basic preference data related to cookie consent in your browser's local storage.

Processing Purposes

Contact form data is used exclusively to reply to inquiries regarding astronomy clubs, equipment, or website feedback. We do not use this data for marketing. Cookie preference data is used solely to remember your consent status across sessions.

Cookies and Local Storage

We use local storage strictly to remember banner preferences. We do not currently implement third-party tracking scripts or external analytics platforms. For comprehensive details, review the Cookie Policy.

Data Retention and Security

Contact communications are retained for a maximum of 12 months to ensure adequate response tracking. After this period, records are purged. We utilize standard HTTPS encryption to protect data in transit between your browser and the hosting infrastructure.

GDPR and Privacy Rights

Users operating within the European Economic Area possess specific rights regarding personal data. You have the right to request access to, rectification of, or erasure of your submitted contact data. You may restrict processing or object to it entirely. We do not process data outside of standard infrastructure regions.

Third-Party Processors

We rely on standard web hosting infrastructure. We do not share, sell, or distribute your contact information to external astronomy organizations, telescope vendors, or event coordinators.

Privacy Contact and Requests

To exercise privacy rights or request deletion of prior communications, contact the data controller at:

Email: [email protected]
Mail: European Night Sky Atlas Ltd., 14 Meridian Way, 1000 Brussels, Belgium.

We evaluate and respond to all requests within 30 days of receipt.