Personal Data Processing
Accessing this website (spain-developments.com) may involve the use of cookies. Cookies are small amounts of information stored in the browser used by each user—on different devices used for browsing—so that the server remembers certain information that can later be retrieved exclusively by the server that implemented it. Cookies facilitate navigation, make it more user-friendly, and do not damage the browsing device.
Cookies are automatic procedures for collecting information related to user preferences during their visit to the website to recognize them as users and personalize their experience and use of the website. They may also help identify and resolve errors.
The information collected through cookies may include the date and time of visits, the pages viewed, the time spent on the website, and the sites visited before and after it. However, no cookie allows the user to be contacted via phone or any other personal contact method. No cookie can extract information from the user’s hard drive or steal personal data. The only way that private user information becomes part of a cookie file is if the user personally provides that information to the server.
Cookies that identify a person are considered personal data. Therefore, they are subject to the Privacy Policy. In this regard, the use of cookies requires the user’s consent. This consent will be communicated based on a genuine choice, provided through an affirmative and positive decision before the initial processing, removable, and documented.
First-Party Cookies
These cookies are sent to the user’s computer or device and managed exclusively by Spain Developments to improve website performance. The information collected is used to enhance the quality of the website, its content, and user experience. These cookies allow the website to recognize users as repeat visitors and tailor content to their preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are used and managed by external entities that provide Spain Developments with services to improve the website and user experience. The primary purposes of using third-party cookies include obtaining access statistics and analyzing browsing data to understand user interactions with the website.
The information obtained includes, for example, the number of pages visited, language, geographic location based on the user’s IP address, number of users, visit frequency, visit duration, browser type, operator, or device type. This information is used to improve the website and identify new needs to offer users high-quality content and services. All data collected is anonymous and compiled into website trend reports without identifying individual users.
For more information on cookies, privacy information, or descriptions of the types of cookies used, their main characteristics, expiration periods, etc., you can refer to the following links:
- Google Analytics: https://analytics.google.com/analytics/
- Cloudflare: https://www.cloudflare.com/
- Hosting – DigitalOcean: https:/hostinger.com/
The entities providing cookies may transfer this information to third parties when required by law or if a third party processes this information on behalf of these entities.
Social Media Cookies
Spain Developments integrates social media plugins that allow access to social networks from the website. Therefore, social media cookies may be stored in the user’s browser. The owners of these social networks have their own data protection and cookie policies, and they are responsible for their files and privacy practices. Users should refer to their respective policies for further information on cookie use and data processing. Below are links to the policies of major social networks:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/privacy
- Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/1896641480634370
- YouTube: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Pinterest: https://policy.pinterest.com/en/privacy-policy
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy
Personal Data Processing
Spain Developments is responsible for processing users’ personal data and informs that such data will be handled in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679) with the following details:
- Purpose of processing: As specified in the cookie section of this website.
- Legal basis for processing: User consent (Art. 6.1 GDPR).
- Data retention criteria: Data will be retained for a maximum of five years.
- Data disclosure: No data will be disclosed to third parties, except for third-party cookies or legal obligations.
Disabling, Rejecting, and Deleting Cookies
Users can disable, reject, and delete cookies—fully or partially—installed on their device by configuring their browser settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). The procedures for rejecting and deleting cookies vary depending on the browser used. Users should refer to the instructions provided by their browser. If users choose to disable cookies—fully or partially—they may continue using the website, but some features may be limited.
User Rights
Users have the right to:
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Access, rectify, transfer, and delete their data and restrict or object to its processing.
- File a complaint with the relevant data protection authority (www.aepd.es) if they believe their data is being processed unlawfully.
Contact Information to Exercise Rights: Spain Developments – Urbanización Arena Beach, 0, 29680 Estepona, or via email at info@spain-developments.com.