Effective Date: April 10, 2025
At DTF Post, accessible via dtfpost.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our visitors, subscribers, and partners in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information.
1. Who We Are
DTF Post is an independent online publication focused on Direct to Film (DTF) printing industry news, tutorials, reviews, and insights.
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Website: dtfpost.com
2. Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, company (if applicable)
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referral source
- Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions, advertising inquiries, and contributor submissions
We only collect personal data that is necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy and ensure it is processed lawfully and transparently.
3. How We Collect Your Data
- When you subscribe to our newsletter
- When you contact us via email or forms
- When you submit content or proposals
- Automatically through cookies and analytics tools when you visit our website
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
- Respond to inquiries or communication
- Provide relevant updates via newsletters
- Personalize user experience and content
- Improve our website’s performance and content strategy
- Administer surveys, contests, or promotional features
- Comply with legal obligations
5. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your data based on the following legal grounds under the GDPR:
- Consent: When you voluntarily subscribe or submit data
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services, marketing, and communication
- Legal Obligation: Where required for compliance with applicable laws
6. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in:
- Website hosting
- Email marketing and automation
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Advertising services
All third-party partners are GDPR-compliant and only process your data under our instruction.
7. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, track usage, and improve our services. By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy.
8. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using modern encryption, access control, and server protections. We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected or as required by law.
9. International Data Transfers
As we may use third-party service providers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that any international data transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent protections.
10. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitations on how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Right to Object: Object to certain types of data processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, technical, or business practices. Updated policies will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: dtfpost.com