Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 28, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to TheFinlandMarket.com ("we", "our", or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our marketplace platform.
We comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Finnish data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
TheFinlandMarket
For privacy inquiries: varun.sap27@gmail.com
3. Information We Collect
Personal Data
- Account information (username, email, full name)
- Contact details (phone, address, city)
- Location data (city, latitude/longitude)
- Profile information (bio, profile image)
- Communication preferences
Transaction Data
- Items listed for sale
- Purchase/sale history
- Chat messages between users
- Feedback and reviews
Technical Data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Cookie preferences
4. How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| To create and manage your account | Contractual necessity |
| To facilitate marketplace transactions | Contractual necessity |
| To enable communication between users | Legitimate interest |
| To improve our services | Legitimate interest |
| To comply with legal obligations | Legal obligation |
| Marketing (with your consent) | Consent |
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:
- Other users: Necessary information for transactions (e.g., contact info for item pickup)
- Service providers: Hosting providers, email services
- Legal authorities: When required by law
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
- Active users: 1095 days after last activity
- Items sold: 2190 days (for tax records)
- Chat messages: 365 days
- Feedback: 730 days
You can request data deletion at any time (see Your Rights below).
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
You can request a copy of your personal data.
Right to Rectification
You can correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure
You can request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
Right to Restrict Processing
You can request temporary restriction of data processing.
Right to Data Portability
You can request your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Object
You can object to certain types of processing.
To exercise these rights, please visit our GDPR Request Page.
8. International Transfers
We store and process data primarily within the European Economic Area (EEA). If data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure adequate protection through Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved mechanisms.
9. Cookies
We use cookies for essential website functions. You can manage your cookie preferences via our Cookie Policy and the cookie banner.
10. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Regular security assessments
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data storage
11. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: varun.sap27@gmail.com
Data Protection Contact: varun.sap27@gmail.com
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or website notice.
Need Help?
If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please submit a GDPR request or contact us at varun.sap27@gmail.com.