Privacy Policy

Project name: Algarve Quest Website: https://algarve-quest.com (https://algarve-quest.com/) Email: Algarvequest@gmail.com

When using the site: • Full name • Email • City/country of residence (optional) • Activity history (quest participation, comments, reviews) • IP address, browser, and device (collected automatically) When paying via Stripe: • Name and email (if not provided earlier) • Payment details (card type, date, amount) ⚠️ We do not store or directly process bank card data. All payments are securely processed by Stripe in accordance with international security standards (PCI DSS).

We use your data to: • Register and provide access to quests • Process payments and unlock paid content • Send notifications (e.g., quest status, new quests — only with your consent) • Improve the service (statistics, analytics, technical optimization) • Fulfill legal obligations (accounting, taxes)

We process your data based on: • Your consent • Contractual necessity (e.g., after payment) • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving the service) • Legal obligations (e.g., tax record keeping)

We use Stripe, Inc. (USA) to process payments. Stripe may collect: • Name • Email • Card details (number, expiry date, CVC) • IP address and browser information Stripe complies with GDPR, CCPA, PCI DSS. More info: https://stripe.com/privacy

Your data may only be shared with: • Trusted services (Stripe, analytics, email providers) under confidentiality agreements • Public authorities — only if legally required • Outside the EU — only with adequate safeguards (e.g., EU Standard Contractual Clauses) Data is stored: • As long as necessary to provide the service • Or as required by law (e.g., financial records up to 5 years)

You have the right to: • Request a copy of your data • Correct or delete your data • Withdraw consent at any time • Restrict or object to processing • File a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., in Portugal/EU) To exercise your rights, contact: Algarvequest@gmail.com

We use cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to: • Ensure site functionality • Analyze user behavior • Improve content and user experience You can manage cookies in your browser settings.

We implement technical and organizational measures such as: • SSL encryption • Access restrictions • Using only trusted services (e.g., Stripe)

This Policy may be updated. The latest version will always be available at: https://algarve-quest.com/privacy For significant changes, we will notify you by email or via the website.

For privacy-related questions: Email: Algarvequest@gmail.com