Who we are
Our website address is: https://dunesdrop.com/
Comments
When visitors leave comments on Dunes Drop, we collect the data provided in the comment form, including the visitor's IP address and browser details, to help detect spam. An anonymized hash of your email may be shared with the Gravatar service to check if you’re using it. After your comment is approved, your profile picture becomes visible alongside your comment.
Media
If you upload images to Dunes Drop, please ensure they don’t contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS). This helps protect your privacy, as visitors to the website can potentially download and extract such data from images. To keep your personal information secure, we recommend removing any embedded location details before uploading media to our site.
Cookies
When you leave a comment on Dunes Drop, you can opt to save your name, email, and website in cookies for convenience, so you don’t have to re-enter these details for future comments. These cookies will last for one year. If you visit our login page, a temporary cookie will be set to check your browser’s compatibility with cookies. Login cookies last for two days, while screen preferences are stored for a year. You can choose “Remember Me” for a two-week login duration.
Who we share your data with
If you request a password reset on Dunes Drop, your IP address will be included in the reset email. This information is shared securely to verify the authenticity of the request and ensure the protection of your account. We do not share your personal data with third parties unless legally required or essential for the provision of our services, such as payment processing or delivery.
How long we retain your data
At Dunes Drop, we prioritize the protection and management of your data. When you leave a comment on our site, we retain both the comment and its associated metadata indefinitely. This practice ensures that we can promptly recognize and approve any follow-up comments, improving your overall experience by avoiding delays from moderation queues. For registered users, we store the personal details provided during registration in their user profiles. This information remains accessible to you, allowing you to view, edit, or delete your personal details at any time. Please note, however, that usernames cannot be altered once set. Our website administrators have the capability to view and modify user information as necessary to maintain and enhance site functionality. By retaining your data in this manner, we can better serve you and ensure a smooth, personalized experience with Dunes Drop.
What rights you have over your data
At Dunes Drop, your control over your personal data is paramount. If you have an account on our website or have left comments, you have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. This includes all information you have provided to us. You can also request the deletion of any personal data we maintain about you. Please note that while we strive to honor your requests, certain data may be retained for administrative, legal, or security reasons as required by law or necessary for our operations. We are committed to ensuring your privacy and providing transparent access to your personal information. Should you have any questions or need to exercise your data rights, please contact us directly.