Privacy and Cookie Policy of SynthXL.com
Last updated: 30 april 2025
1. Introduction
SynthXL.com is dedicated to promoting synthesizer culture and music in general by providing a technical manual archive and a directory of musical instrument stores and service centers worldwide. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit and use our website.
2. Data Controller
The data controller is:
SynthXL.com
Email: [email protected]
Registered Office: Turin (IT)
3. Types of Data Collected
- Navigation Data: Automatically collected technical information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent.
- Voluntary Data: Information provided by users through contact forms, newsletter registrations, or directory submissions (e.g., name, email address, phone number, activity details).
4. Purpose of Data Processing
The personal data collected is used for the following purposes:
- Enabling website access and navigation.
- Responding to requests via contact forms.
- Sending updates or newsletters about the site (with user consent).
- Managing the insertion and publication of activities in the directory, in compliance with applicable laws.
5. Legal Basis for Data Processing
Data processing is based on:
- User Consent: For sending promotional communications or submitting activities to the directory.
- Contractual Obligation: To provide the services offered by the site.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements.
6. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which they were collected, and no longer than [insert retention period, e.g., 24 months], unless required by law.
7. User Rights
Users have the right to:
- Access their personal data.
- Request correction or deletion of their data.
- Object to data processing.
- Request data processing limitation.
- Request data portability.
To exercise these rights, users can send a request to [Insert Email Address].
8. Data Security
SynthXL.com implements appropriate security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
9. Changes to Privacy Policy
SynthXL.com reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be communicated by updating the “last updated” date and, if necessary, by providing specific notices on the website.
10. Contact
For any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact SynthXL.com at [email protected]
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 25/05/2018
To ensure the proper functioning of this site, we sometimes place small data files called cookies on your device. Most major websites do this too.
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies help make a website usable by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. They may also be used to comply with a legal obligation.
Third-Party Cookies
Third-party technologies are used to display ads and links that appear on www.synthxl.com, sending them directly to your browser to personalize the ads you see. SynthXL has no access or control over these cookies used by third-party advertisers. You should consult the respective privacy policies of these third-party ad servers for more detailed information on their practices and for instructions on how to opt out of certain practices.
What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that a website saves on your computer or mobile device when you visit it. It enables the site to remember your actions and preferences (e.g., login, language, font size, display preferences) over time, so you don’t have to re-enter them when you return or browse from one page to another.
How to Manage Cookies
You can control and delete cookies as you wish. For details, see aboutcookies.org. You can delete all cookies already on your computer and set most browsers to prevent them from being placed. However, if you do so, you may need to manually adjust some preferences each time you visit a site, and some services and functionalities may not work as intended.
Third-Party Advertisers
- Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads.
- Google YouTube uses cookies to serve video content.
- Facebook uses cookies to serve embedded social pages.
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