Privacy Policy

Introduction

Climate.fo is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Faroese data protection legislation, specifically the Faroese Act on Data Protection (Løgtingslóg um dátuvernd).

As the Faroe Islands are part of the Kingdom of Denmark but not a member of the European Union, data protection is governed by the Faroese Data Protection Act, which implements standards equivalent to the GDPR to ensure adequate protection of personal data.

Data Controller

Climate.fo operates as the data controller for any personal information collected through this website. For questions regarding your data or this policy, you may contact us through the information provided on our website.

Information We Collect

Climate.fo is designed primarily as an informational resource. We minimize data collection to what is strictly necessary:

• Analytics Data: We use Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This may include anonymized information such as pages visited, time spent on site, and general geographic region. This data is processed in accordance with GDPR requirements.
• Technical Data: Standard server logs may temporarily record IP addresses and browser information for security and performance purposes.
• Cookies: We use only essential cookies required for the basic functionality of the website. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.

Legal Basis for Processing

Under Article 6 of the GDPR and corresponding Faroese law, we process data based on:

• Legitimate Interest: For analytics and site improvement, where our interest in understanding site usage does not override your fundamental rights
• Legal Obligation: Where we are required to retain certain data for legal compliance

Your Rights Under GDPR

Under the GDPR and Faroese data protection law, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: You may request a copy of any personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: You may request deletion of your personal data where there is no compelling reason for continued processing
• Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limitation of processing in certain circumstances
• Right to Data Portability: You may request your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided on our website.

Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Analytics data is retained in anonymized form. Server logs are typically retained for a maximum of 30 days unless required for security investigations.

International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted on Vercel infrastructure, which may involve the transfer of data to servers located outside the Faroe Islands and the European Economic Area. Such transfers are conducted in compliance with GDPR requirements, utilizing Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved transfer mechanisms to ensure adequate protection of your data.

Third-Party Links

Climate.fo contains links to external websites operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes the use of HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to and from our website.

Children's Privacy

Climate.fo is an educational resource suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us for its removal.

Supervisory Authority

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority. For the Faroe Islands, this is:

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.