Privacy Policy
Last updated: 27/09/2025
At Adria Defense, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://adriadefense.com, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with us.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Adria Defense is an independent English-language media platform covering the defense and ammunition industry across South-East Europe.
Contact: hello@adriadefense.com
Website: https://adriadefense.com
We are the data controller for the personal data you provide.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect only the data necessary to provide our services, which may include:
a) Information you provide directly
- Email address – when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
- Name and organization (optional) – when submitting advertising or partnership inquiries
- Message content – if you email us directly
b) Automatically collected data
- IP address, browser type, device type
- Pages visited, time on site, referral source
(via standard analytics tools such as Google Analytics)
We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g. race, religion, political opinions).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Respond to inquiries and partnership requests
- Improve website performance and content relevance
- Comply with legal obligations
We never sell or rent your data.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under the following GDPR legal bases:
- Consent – for newsletter subscriptions and cookies
- Legitimate interest – for website analytics and communication
- Contractual necessity – when responding to your requests
- Legal obligation – where required by law
You can withdraw consent at any time by clicking “Unsubscribe” in any email or contacting hello@adriadefense.com.
5. Newsletter
When you subscribe, we use your email address to send updates about new articles, reports, and industry insights.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of each email.
We use a GDPR-compliant email service provider (e.g. Ghost, Mailgun, or similar) to manage subscriptions securely.
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Improve content and layout
- Remember your preferences
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies.
7. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools for analytics, email delivery, or embedded content:
- Google Analytics – traffic analysis
- Mailgun / Ghost – email newsletter delivery
- Social media embeds – LinkedIn, YouTube, X (Twitter)
These providers may process limited data under their own privacy policies.
8. Data Storage and Security
Your personal data is stored securely on EU-based or GDPR-compliant servers.
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
9. Data Retention
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary:
- Newsletter subscribers – until you unsubscribe
- Contact inquiries – up to 12 months after last contact
- Analytics – anonymized after 26 months
10. Your Rights (GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access a copy of your data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to or restrict processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority
To exercise your rights, email us at hello@adriadefense.com.
11. International Transfers
We aim to store and process data within the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure it’s protected by GDPR-approved safeguards (e.g. Standard Contractual Clauses).
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for a professional audience and is not directed to children under 16.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
All changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
14. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact: