Policy Key Definitions

• “I”, “our”, “us”, or “we” refers to the business, P.A. Information Services Limited and its brand Palio ETT.
• “you”, “the user” refers to the person(s) using this website.
• GDPR means General Data Protection Regulation.
• PECR means Privacy & Electronic Communications Regulation.
• ICO means Information Commissioner’s Office.
• Cookies are small files stored on a user’s computer or device.

Processing of Your Personal Data

Under the GDPR, we control and/or process any personal information about you electronically using the following lawful bases.

We are exempt from registration in the ICO Data Protection Register, as confirmed by the ICO Registration Self-Assessment.

Lawful basis: Consent

• Reason for use: When visitors subscribe to our newsletter via our signup form (connected with Mailchimp), we collect their email address with their explicit permission.
• How we process it: Your email is used to send updates from PalioETT.com, including product news, articles, or offers.
• Data retention: We will continue to process your information until you withdraw consent or it is deemed that your consent no longer exists.
• Data sharing: We do not share your personal information with third parties.

If we change the lawful basis on which we process your data, we will notify you of the change and the new basis if required. We will cease processing your personal information if the original lawful basis becomes irrelevant.

Your Individual Rights

Under the GDPR, your rights include:

• The right to be informed
• The right of access
• The right to rectification
• The right to erasure
• The right to restrict processing
• The right to data portability
• The right to object
• The right not to be subject to automated decision-making including profiling

If you believe we are mishandling your data, you have the right to complain to the ICO: www.ico.org.uk

We handle subject access requests in accordance with the GDPR.

Internet Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience on this website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device, and they help us:

• Track website usage
• Display relevant content or adverts
• Remember your login status (if applicable)
• Record your preferences

We use a cookie control system that allows you to accept and manage cookie preferences. Some cookies are essential to website functionality. You may manage or delete cookies using your browser settings.

Data Security and Protection

We secure your personal data using secure storage technologies and strict access procedures. All our methods are GDPR-compliant and ensure your data is safely handled and stored.

Transparent Privacy Explanations

We strive to be transparent about how we handle user privacy and data, and offer clear explanations about data usage on our site.

Sponsored Links, Affiliate Tracking & Commissions

PalioETT.com may feature adverts, sponsored content, and affiliate links. These may be served through trusted advertising partners such as Google Adsense or Amazon Affiliates.

• We do not control the specific ads shown, which may be tailored based on your browsing activity.
• Advertisers may use cookies for personalisation, frequency capping, and fraud prevention.
• Clicking sponsored or affiliate links may place a cookie on your device and track referral activity.
• We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you.

If you prefer not to be tracked in this way, avoid clicking on sponsored or affiliate links.

Resources & Further Information

We use Mailchimp as our email marketing service provider (EMS). If you subscribe to our newsletter:

• Overview of the GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003
• The Guide to the PECR 2003
• Mailchimp Privacy Policy
• Google Privacy Policy
• ICO Website

If you have any questions regarding this policy or your data, please contact us via the contact page on PalioETT.com.