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Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our hosting services.

Last updated: January 2025
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Introduction

At MyHBD (Hosting Big Data B.V.), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our services.

This policy applies to all users of our website, services, and products. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. We are registered in the Netherlands and comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Company Details:

  • Legal Name: Hosting Big Data B.V.
  • Address: Fazantstraat 155A, 7523 DP, Enschede, The Netherlands
  • KVK Number: 98176579
  • BTW Number: NL868387745B01

Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information

  • • Full name and contact details
  • • Email address and phone number
  • • Physical address and billing information
  • • Payment and financial information
  • • Account credentials and preferences
  • • Identity verification information and documents (KYC) for all customers

Technical Information

  • • IP addresses and connection details
  • • Browser type and operating system
  • • Usage patterns and service interactions
  • • Server logs and traffic data
  • • Device identifiers and network information

How We Use Your Data

We use your personal information for the following primary purposes:

Service Provision

Billing, payment processing, and account management

Customer Support

Technical assistance, troubleshooting, and service notifications

Legal Compliance

Meeting regulatory requirements and protecting our rights

Identity Verification (KYC)

Verify your identity and complete KYC for all customers, using trusted third-party verification providers.

Service Improvement

Analyzing usage patterns to enhance our services and security

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

Retention Periods:

Client Activity Logs: Minimum 36 months

Traffic Logs: Typically 12 months

Payment Records: 7 years (legal requirement)

Account Information: Duration of service + 1 year

Support Communications: 3 years

Legal Investigations: Extended as required

In specific cases involving security investigations or legal proceedings, we may retain certain data for extended periods as required by law or to protect our legitimate interests.

Data Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption

Data encrypted in transit and at rest using industry standards

Access Controls

Strict access controls and authentication protocols

Monitoring

Continuous security monitoring and threat detection

Important: While we implement robust security measures, no system can guarantee 100% security. We continuously update our security practices to address evolving threats.

When We Share Your Information

We have a strict policy against unauthorized disclosure of personal data. We only share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Legal Authorities

We may disclose information when legally required by:

  • Netherlands National Cyber Security Centre
  • Netherlands Police (Politie)
  • International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol)
  • Other legitimate law enforcement agencies with proper legal authority

Service Providers

We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services, under strict confidentiality agreements. This includes identity verification providers used to complete KYC for all customers.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand where our visitors are coming from. This section explains what cookies we use and why.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

  • • Session management and user authentication
  • • Security features and fraud prevention
  • • Load balancing and website performance
  • • Cookie consent preferences storage

Retention: Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser; persistent cookies last up to 12 months

Analytics Cookies (Requires Consent)

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies help us:

  • • Measure website traffic and user behavior
  • • Understand which pages are most popular
  • • Improve website performance and user experience
  • • Track conversion goals and form submissions

Provider: Google LLC (USA)

Data Collected: Page views, session duration, bounce rate, referral source, device information, anonymized IP addresses

Retention: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)

Opt-out: Available through our cookie banner or Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Marketing Cookies (Requires Consent)

These cookies are used for advertising and remarketing purposes through Google services:

  • • Google Ads conversion tracking
  • • Remarketing to previous website visitors
  • • Interest-based advertising
  • • Cross-device tracking (when consented)

Provider: Google LLC (USA)

Retention: Up to 540 days (varies by cookie type)

Functional Cookies (Requires Consent)

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:

  • • Language preference storage
  • • User interface customization
  • • Form data memory
  • • Live chat functionality

Retention: Up to 12 months

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

  • • Google Analytics 4: Website analytics and reporting
  • • Google Tag Manager: Tag and code management
  • • Google Ads: Conversion tracking and remarketing
  • • Google Search Console: SEO and website verification

Cookie Consent Management

We implement Google Consent Mode v2 for privacy-compliant tracking:

  • • Default consent state: Denied (privacy-first approach)
  • • Granular consent categories: Analytics, Marketing, Functional
  • • Consent signals sent to Google services automatically
  • • Consent choices remembered for 30 days

Your Cookie Choices and Rights

  • • Manage cookie preferences through our consent banner
  • • Control cookies through your browser settings
  • • Opt out of Google Analytics via browser add-on
  • • Opt out of interest-based ads via Google Ad Settings
  • • Clear cookies and website data from your browser

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality

Your Privacy Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, you have the following rights:

Access

Request a copy of your personal data we hold

Rectification

Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data (right to be forgotten)

Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

Restriction

Limit how we process your personal information

Objection

Object to certain types of data processing

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or through our support system. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Note: Some requests may require identity verification for security purposes.

International Data Transfers

As a Netherlands-based company, we primarily process and store data within the European Union. However, some data processing activities may involve international transfers:

EU/EEA Processing

Primary data processing occurs within the EU/EEA, ensuring full GDPR compliance and adequate data protection levels.

Third Country Transfers

When transfers to third countries are necessary, we ensure appropriate safeguards through adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or other approved mechanisms.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements:

Update Process

  • • Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent website notice
  • • Minor updates may be posted without additional notification
  • • Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated terms
  • • You can review the current policy version and last updated date at any time

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Privacy Officer

Email: [email protected]

General Contact: [email protected]

Phone: Available through support portal

Response Time: Within 30 days

Supervisory Authority

If you believe we have not adequately addressed your privacy concerns, you may lodge a complaint with:

Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch DPA)

Bezuidenhoutseweg 30 2594 AV The Hague The Netherlands

Website: autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl

Company Information

Hosting Big Data B.V.

Fazantstraat 155A

7523 DP Enschede

The Netherlands

KVK: 98176579

VAT: NL868387745B01

Email: [email protected]

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