PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: 09/07/2026

1. Introduction

F1 Sidepod (“F1 Sidepod”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit F1Sidepod.com.cy, subscribe to our newsletter, interact with our content, participate in promotions, contact us, or otherwise use our services.

This Privacy Policy has been prepared in accordance with the:

* EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679)
* Cyprus Data Protection Law
* ePrivacy requirements applicable within the European Union

By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

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2. Who We Are

F1 Sidepod is an independent motorsport media platform providing Formula 1 news, analysis, podcasts, videos, commentary, and related content.

For the purposes of the GDPR, F1 Sidepod acts as the Data Controller of your personal data.

Contact Information

F1 Sidepod

Email: sidepodf1@gmail.com

Website: F1Sidepod.com.cy

For privacy-related requests, please contact us using the details above.

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3. Personal Data We Collect

Depending on how you interact with our Website, we may collect the following categories of personal data.

Information You Provide Directly

This may include:

* Name
* Email address
* Social media username
* Information contained in messages you send us
* Survey responses
* Competition or giveaway entries
* Newsletter subscription information

Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

* IP address
* Browser type
* Device information
* Operating system
* Referring website
* Pages visited
* Date and time of visit
* Approximate geographic location
* Website interaction data

Newsletter Information

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect:

* Email address
* Subscription preferences
* Open rates
* Click activity
* Unsubscribe requests

Comment and Submission Information

Where comments or user submissions are enabled, we may collect:

* Display name
* Email address
* IP address
* Submitted content

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4. How We Use Your Information

We process personal data for the following purposes:

Website Operation

To:

* Operate the Website
* Deliver content
* Maintain security
* Improve performance
* Prevent abuse and fraud

Communication

To:

* Respond to enquiries
* Provide customer support
* Communicate important updates

Newsletter Distribution

To:

* Send motorsport news updates
* Deliver podcast announcements
* Provide promotional communications where consent has been obtained

Analytics

To:

* Understand audience behaviour
* Improve user experience
* Measure Website performance
* Analyze traffic trends

Legal Compliance

To:

* Comply with applicable laws
* Respond to legal requests
* Protect our legal rights

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5. Legal Bases for Processing

Under GDPR, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

Consent

Where you voluntarily:

* Subscribe to newsletters
* Accept optional cookies
* Participate in promotions

Legitimate Interests

For purposes including:

* Website administration
* Security monitoring
* Editorial operations
* Audience analytics
* Business improvement

Provided those interests do not override your rights.

Legal Obligations

Where processing is required by law.

Contractual Necessity

Where processing is required to fulfil a service you have requested.

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6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve Website functionality and user experience.

Cookies may include:

Essential Cookies

Required for:

* Website operation
* Security
* Session management

These cannot be disabled without affecting Website functionality.

Analytics Cookies

Used to:

* Measure traffic
* Analyze behaviour
* Improve content

Advertising Cookies

Used to:

* Display relevant advertisements
* Measure advertising performance
* Prevent repetitive ad displays

Preference Cookies

Used to remember:

* User settings
* Consent choices
* Display preferences

Further information is available in our Cookie Policy.

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7. Google Analytics

We may use Google Analytics to better understand how visitors interact with our Website.

Google Analytics may collect information such as:

* IP address (subject to anonymization where applicable)
* Device information
* Session duration
* Pages viewed
* Traffic sources

Google processes this information in accordance with its own privacy practices.

Users may opt out through available browser settings or Google tools.

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8. Google AdSense and Advertising Partners

We may use Google AdSense and other advertising networks.

Advertising providers may use cookies and similar technologies to:

* Display advertisements
* Measure campaign effectiveness
* Personalize advertising where legally permitted

Where required by law, advertising cookies will only be activated after obtaining your consent.

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9. Embedded Content

Articles and pages may include embedded content from third-party platforms, including:

* YouTube
* Spotify
* Apple Podcasts
* Instagram
* Facebook
* TikTok
* X (Twitter)

Embedded content may collect data in the same way as if you had visited the third-party platform directly.

We do not control the privacy practices of these services.

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10. Newsletter Services

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use third-party email service providers to manage subscriptions and deliver communications.

Information processed may include:

* Email address
* Subscription status
* Email engagement metrics

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link contained in every marketing email.

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11. Sharing Personal Data

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Including:

* Website hosting providers
* Analytics providers
* Email marketing providers
* Security services
* Advertising partners

Legal Authorities

Where required:

* By law
* By court order
* To protect rights and safety
* To investigate unlawful activity

Business Transfers

If F1 Sidepod undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

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12. International Transfers

Some third-party providers may process information outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where transfers occur, we will take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with GDPR requirements.

Such safeguards may include:

* Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
* Adequacy Decisions
* Equivalent legal protection mechanisms

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13. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

* Fulfil the purposes described in this Policy
* Comply with legal obligations
* Resolve disputes
* Enforce agreements

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information involved.

When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

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14. Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against:

* Unauthorized access
* Accidental loss
* Misuse
* Disclosure
* Alteration
* Destruction

However, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.

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15. Your GDPR Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have the following rights:

Right of Access

You may request a copy of your personal data.

Right to Rectification

You may request correction of inaccurate information.

Right to Erasure

You may request deletion of personal data in certain circumstances.

Right to Restrict Processing

You may request temporary restriction of processing.

Right to Data Portability

You may request transfer of your personal data in a structured format.

Right to Object

You may object to certain forms of processing based on legitimate interests.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing relies on consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time.

Right to Lodge a Complaint

You may lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.

For users in Cyprus, complaints may be submitted to:

Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection

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16. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not intended for children under the age of 16.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without appropriate parental consent.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us.

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17. Automated Decision-Making

F1 Sidepod does not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects on users.

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18. Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for:

* Third-party content
* Third-party privacy practices
* Third-party security measures

Users should review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

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19. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updates become effective upon publication on the Website.

The “Last Updated” date at the top of this Policy will indicate the most recent revision.

Continued use of the Website following publication of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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20. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

F1 Sidepod

Email: sidepodf1@gmail.com

Website: F1Sidepod.com.cy

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.

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