Privacy Policy

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VitNode ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.


Data Controller

VitNode.com is operated by Maciej Balcerzak. We are the data controller responsible for your personal data and its protection.

Contact Information:


Data We Collect

We collect and process the following categories of personal data:

a. Information You Provide Directly:

  • Email address

  • Account details (e.g., username, password)

b. Information Collected Automatically:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Usage data, such as pages visited, time spent, and navigation paths

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.


Legal Bases for Processing

We handle your personal data because:

  • It’s necessary for a contract: To provide our services to you.

  • We have to follow the law: To comply with legal requirements.

  • It helps us improve: To make our services better and ensure security.


How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and maintain our services.

  • To manage user accounts and provide customer support.

  • To process transactions and send notifications.

  • To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform.

  • To comply with legal obligations.


Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with:

  • Server Provider: Our hosting provider is Hetzner Online GmbH, which ensures secure storage and processing of data.

  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.


Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your data.


Your Rights

You have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("Right to be Forgotten").

  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.

  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].


Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your preferences, improve website functionality, and provide personalized services.

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Necessary Cookies: Essential for the website to function properly.

  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by the "Last updated" at the top. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.