Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 4, 2026
Website: The Law To Know (thelawtoknow.com)
Data Controller: Tsvety ("we", "us", "our")
Applicable Law: General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR") & Bulgarian Personal Data Protection Act
Contact Email: support@thelawtoknow.com
1. Introduction & General Information
At The Law to Know, accessible from thelawtoknow.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in strict compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and applicable laws of the Republic of Bulgaria.
This Privacy Policy explains how Tsvety acts as the Data Controller for personal data collected, processed, and stored when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us.
2. Personal Data We Collect
We only collect personal data that is strictly necessary to operate the website, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations.
| Data Category | Specific Data Collected | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Newsletter Subscription | Email address | Provided directly by you via our newsletter signup form |
| Contact & Inquiries | Name, email address, and the content of your message | Provided directly by you via our contact form or email |
| Technical & Usage Data | IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, page views, referral URLs | Automated cookies and analytics tools |
3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Article 6)
In accordance with GDPR Article 6, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): For newsletter subscriptions and any optional communications - you may withdraw this consent at any time by unsubscribing.
- Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): Improving website security, preventing fraud/spam, maintaining site performance, and responding to your inquiries.
- Compliance with Legal Obligations (Art. 6(1)(c)): Retaining records where required by applicable law.
4. How We Use Your Data
Your personal data is processed exclusively for the following purposes:
- Sending newsletter emails to subscribers who have opted in, and honoring unsubscribe requests.
- Responding to inquiries sent to support@thelawtoknow.com or through our contact form.
- Ensuring the technical operation, stability, and security of the website.
The Law To Know does not sell products or process payments directly on this website. Interactive courses, exam-preparation tools, and other paid products referenced or linked from this site are offered through TheLawToKnow Tools (tools.thelawtoknow.com), a separate platform with its own Privacy Policy governing any data collected for a purchase made there.
5. Third-Party Service Providers (Data Processors)
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share necessary data with trusted third-party service providers (Data Processors) solely for operational purposes:
- Email Delivery: Our newsletter and email-sending provider, used solely to deliver the communications you've opted into.
- Web Hosting & Infrastructure: Hosting and server infrastructure providers maintaining site security and uptime.
- Analytics Tools: Privacy-compliant web analytics used to monitor performance and visitor experience.
6. Data Retention Period
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- General Support Communications: Retained for up to 2 years after resolution of the inquiry.
- Technical & Analytics Logs: Retained in accordance with standard server logs (typically 30 to 90 days).
7. Your Rights under the GDPR
As a data subject residing in the European Union, you possess comprehensive rights regarding your personal data under the GDPR:
| GDPR Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Right of Access (Art. 15) | You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. |
| Right to Rectification (Art. 16) | You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data. |
| Right to Erasure / "To Be Forgotten" (Art. 17) | You can request erasure of your data, provided retention is not required by legal obligations. |
| Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18) | You have the right to request restricted processing under specific statutory circumstances. |
| Right to Data Portability (Art. 20) | You have the right to receive your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. |
| Right to Object (Art. 21) | You have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interest. |
| Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7(3)) | Where processing is based on consent (e.g. the newsletter), you may withdraw your consent at any time. |
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@thelawtoknow.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Right to Lodge a Complaint: You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the lead supervisory authority, the Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection (CPDP) (Web: www.cpdp.bg), or your local EU supervisory authority.
8. Data Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against accidental loss, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. These measures include SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission, access restrictions, and secure server hosting.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses necessary technical cookies to ensure standard site functions and security. Non-essential cookies (such as analytics or functional cookies) are deployed only with your prior explicit consent obtained via our cookie consent mechanism.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices. Any updates will be published directly on this page with a revised "Effective Date".
11. Contact Details
For any privacy-related queries, exercising your GDPR rights, or data requests, please contact:
Data Controller: Tsvety
Website: thelawtoknow.com
Contact Email: support@thelawtoknow.com
Applicable Law: Bulgarian Law / GDPR (EU)