Protecting your personal data is important to us. This page explains what data is collected on HellPulse, how it is used, and your rights regarding that data.
Data Collected on the Site
On hellpulse.com, we collect only the data strictly necessary for the proper functioning of the website and its community features, including:
- Name or username (if you choose to provide one)
- Email address (for account creation, login, or contact via forms)
- Content you voluntarily publish (forum posts, comments, shared experiences, or other community contributions)
No sensitive personal data is requested, such as health information, political opinions, religious beliefs, or similar categories.
Purposes of Data Collection
Your data is used exclusively to:
- Manage user registrations and logins
- Enable participation in the community and forum
- Allow publishing, moderation, and display of user-generated content
- Respond to messages sent via contact forms
- Ensure site security and prevent abuse or unauthorized access
Legal Basis for Processing
In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), data processing on HellPulse is based on:
- Your consent (when creating an account or submitting a form)
- Legitimate interest, to ensure the proper operation, security, and moderation of the platform
Data Retention Period
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary, depending on its purpose:
- Forum account data: retained while the account remains active (can be deleted upon request)
- Contact form submissions: retained for up to 3 years, then permanently deleted
Recipients and Data Processing
Collected data is stored securely and may be processed by:
- Our hosting provider: Namecheap, Inc. (Phoenix, Arizona, USA)
- Internal site tools used for form handling and community management
- The community forum hosted directly on the website
No personal data is sold, rented, or shared with third parties for commercial or advertising purposes.
Your Rights
In accordance with GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain types of processing
- Request data portability where applicable
To exercise these rights, you can contact us using the contact form available on the website.
Data Security
HellPulse implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Secure connection via HTTPS / SSL encryption
- Regular site maintenance and software updates
- Protection against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of data
Cookie Policy
When you first visit hellpulse.com, a banner informs you that cookies may be placed on your device.
Cookies Used
HellPulse currently uses only strictly necessary cookies, including:
- Session cookies required for forum login and navigation
- Technical cookies essential for proper display and site functionality
No advertising or tracking cookies are used.
Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect access to community features, including forum login.