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Last updated: February 2, 2026

1. General Information

This Privacy Policy applies to the following websites operated by the same data controller:
  • https://byshipseas.com
  • https://statkiemprzezmorza.pl
  • https://mitschiffdiemeere.de
This document explains how personal data is processed and outlines the rights of data subjects in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

The controller responsible for the processing of personal data is:
Miroslaw Slawinski
Julius-Leber-Ring 40
99087 Erfurt, Germany
Email: info@byshipseas.com

3. Scope of Processed Data

Depending on how the websites are used, the following personal data may be processed:
  • name (if provided),
  • email address,
  • IP address,
  • technical data of the browser and device,
  • content of messages sent via contact forms,
  • statistical and analytical data.

4. Purposes of Data Processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:
  • ensuring the proper operation of the websites,
  • responding to user inquiries,
  • electronic communication,
  • statistical analysis and service improvement,
  • fulfilling legal obligations,
  • conducting affiliate marketing activities.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed on the basis of:
  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR – consent,
  • Article 6(1)(b) GDPR – performance of a contract or pre-contractual steps,
  • Article 6(1)(c) GDPR – legal obligation,
  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR – legitimate interests of the controller.

6. Data Recipients

Personal data may be disclosed to:
  • hosting and IT service providers,
  • analytics and statistics service providers,
  • affiliate partners,
  • public authorities where required by law.

7. Affiliate Marketing

The websites may contain affiliate links to third-party offers. When clicking on such links, certain data (e.g. IP address) may be transferred to the affiliate partner in accordance with their privacy policies. The controller has no influence over the scope of data processing carried out by third parties.

8. Cookies

The websites use cookies and similar technologies. Detailed information is available in the:
Cookie Policy

9. Data Retention Period

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law.

10. Rights of Data Subjects

Data subjects have the right to:
  • access their personal data,
  • rectify inaccurate data,
  • request erasure of data (right to be forgotten),
  • restrict processing,
  • data portability,
  • object to processing,
  • withdraw consent at any time.

11. Right to Lodge a Complaint

Data subjects have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. In Germany, this is the competent state data protection authority.

12. Data Security

The controller implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against loss, unauthorized access or disclosure.

13. Transfers Outside the EU

Where personal data is transferred outside the European Union, this is done in compliance with GDPR requirements, including the use of appropriate safeguards.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The current version is always available on the website.

15. Contact

For matters related to data protection, please contact:
info@byshipseas.com