GDPR Privacy Notice (EU Users)
Effective Date: 26/12/2025
Website: https://myentitysearch.com
This GDPR Privacy Notice explains how MyEntitySearch.com (“MyEntitySearch,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) processes personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”).
This notice should be read together with our general Privacy Policy.
1. Data Controller
For the purposes of the GDPR, the Data Controller is:
MyEntitySearch.com
Website: https://myentitysearch.com
Email: admin@myentitysearch.com
2. Nature of Our Website
MyEntitySearch.com is an informational and educational blog providing insights on business and commercial insurance topics.
We are not an insurance provider, broker, agent, or underwriter.
We process personal data only to operate, maintain, secure, and improve the website and to communicate with users who contact us voluntarily.
3. Categories of Personal Data Processed
We may process the following categories of personal data:
3.1 Identification and Contact Data
- Name (if provided)
- Email address
- Any information voluntarily submitted through contact forms or emails
3.2 Technical and Usage Data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Referring URLs
- Pages visited and interaction data
- Date and time of access
- Approximate geographic location (city/country level)
3.3 Communication Data
- Messages sent via contact forms or email
- Correspondence records related to inquiries
We do not intentionally collect special category data (Article 9 GDPR).
4. Purposes of Processing
Personal data is processed for the following purposes:
- Operating and maintaining the website
- Responding to inquiries and communications
- Improving content quality and user experience
- Monitoring website performance and usage trends
- Ensuring website security and preventing misuse
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Legal Bases for Processing (Article 6 GDPR)
We process personal data on the following lawful bases:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Responding to inquiries | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) |
| Website analytics & improvement | Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) |
| Security & fraud prevention | Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)) |
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time.
6. Legitimate Interests Assessment
Our legitimate interests include:
- Ensuring website functionality and security
- Understanding user engagement to improve content
- Preventing fraud, abuse, or technical misuse
These interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable essential site functionality
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns
- Improve performance and content relevance
You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or any cookie consent tool provided on the website.
8. Data Recipients and Third Parties
We may share personal data with trusted third-party service providers, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Email communication tools (if applicable)
All third parties process data under contractual obligations consistent with GDPR requirements.
We do not sell or commercially exploit personal data.
9. International Data Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Transfers to countries with adequacy decisions
- Contractual and technical protections
10. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes described in this notice
- Meet legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements
When no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
11. Data Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including:
- Secure hosting environments
- Access controls
- Regular system monitoring
- Data minimization practices
Despite safeguards, no system can guarantee absolute security.
12. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects on users (Article 22 GDPR).
13. Data Subject Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Right of Access – obtain a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure – request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to Restrict Processing – limit how your data is used
- Right to Object – object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Data Portability – receive data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to Withdraw Consent – where processing is based on consent
Requests may be submitted using the contact details above.
14. Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local EU/EEA supervisory authority.
15. Changes to This GDPR Notice
We may update this GDPR Privacy Notice periodically to reflect legal or operational changes.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
16. Contact
For GDPR-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:
Email: admin@myentitysearch.com