Last Updated: May 31, 2025

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the "Policy") is intended to inform users about how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected when visiting and using this website (hereinafter referred to as the "Website"), as well as to outline the rights of data subjects under applicable data protection laws. We value your privacy and are committed to ensuring full transparency in all processes related to handling information that may be considered personal.
We recognize the importance of maintaining a high level of data protection. Therefore, all processes on the Website and mechanisms related to the submission of personal information comply with both technical and organizational standards established by law, including the Data Protection Act and international regulations.
1. General Information
This Policy governs the relationship between the Website visitors (hereinafter – the "User") and the Website administrator, which is an independent non-profit organization registered under applicable law. The Website is operated by a legal entity registered as a public association, whose purpose is to carry out educational, analytical, and human rights activities in the public interest.
When using the Website, Users may provide certain personal information either knowingly (e.g., via contact forms) or automatically (e.g., through cookies or traffic analysis tools).
Legal name of the organization:
CIVIC ORGANIZATION "STOP FAKE NEWS"
Registration Number: 10741020000081573
Address: Ukraine, 01135, Kyiv, 29 Pavlivska Street
Working Hours: Mon–Fri, 09:00–18:00
These details are provided solely for the purpose of identifying the data controller.
2. Personal Data We May Collect
To ensure and improve the functionality of the Website, we may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Full name or other identifiers provided voluntarily by the User;
• Email address, phone number, and other contact details submitted through forms;
• Information included in inquiries, messages, feedback, or subscription forms submitted via the Website;
• Technical data such as IP address, browser details, operating system type, referrers, and system language;
• Data collected through cookies, server logs, and web analytics tools;
• Behavioral data, including page navigation, session duration, clicks, transitions, and other usage patterns.

3. Purposes of Processing Personal Data
We process personal data solely for legitimate and predefined purposes, including but not limited to:

• Facilitating effective communication and providing feedback to Users;
• Enabling subscription to informational or analytical newsletters;
• Ensuring proper page display, mobile responsiveness, and improved user experience;
• Conducting internal analytics and compiling statistics on Website use;
• Preventing abuse, security threats, and fraudulent activity;
• Complying with legal obligations, including reporting, data retention, and responding to requests from public authorities.

We do not use personal data for intrusive advertising or sell personal information to third parties without explicit consent.
4. Data Security and Retention
We implement appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect personal data from accidental or unlawful loss, unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Data is stored securely on protected servers or encrypted cloud solutions with access controls.
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. After this period, data may be securely deleted or anonymized.
5. Sharing of Personal Data
We adhere to the principle of data minimization and limit third-party access to personal data. However, data may be shared in the following cases:

• When required to deliver services or Website features using trusted third-party providers (e.g., hosting services);
• When mandated by law or upon official request from a competent authority;
• With the clear and informed consent of the User.

We do not sell, rent, or commercially distribute personal data.
6. Data Subject Rights
Users have the right to request information about what personal data is being processed, for what purpose, on what legal basis, and by what means. In accordance with applicable laws and international standards, Users have the right to:

• Access their personal data;
• Request corrections or deletion of inaccurate information;
• Withdraw previously given consent for processing;
• Object to specific processing activities;
• Request the transfer of their data in a machine-readable format;
• File a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: [email protected]
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels, web beacons, local storage) to improve functionality, enhance user experience, and analyze visitor behavior. Users may disable cookies in their browser settings, though this may limit access to certain features of the Website.
8. Automatic Acceptance of Changes
By using this Website, the User agrees to the terms of this Policy. The organization reserves the right to amend this Policy unilaterally without prior notice. Any changes become effective upon publication of the updated version on the Website. Users are encouraged to review this Policy regularly to stay informed.
9. Final Provisions
This Policy has been developed in accordance with the principles of transparency, fairness, and respect for individual rights. Although the Organization interacts with a wide range of individuals and institutions, its core priority remains full legal compliance and the respectful handling of every User’s personal space.
For further clarification or any questions related to the processing, storage, or transfer of personal data, please contact us via email: [email protected]
Website Administrator Legal Information:
CIVIC ORGANIZATION "STOP FAKE NEWS"
Registration Number: 10741020000081573
Address: Ukraine, 01135, Kyiv, 29 Pavlivska Street
Working Hours: Mon–Fri, 09:00–18:00