Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable US privacy laws. We are committed to protecting your personal data and being fully transparent about how we use it. If you have any questions, contact us at plugins@mobydickdev.com.
Who We Are
MobyDick Dev is the data controller responsible for your personal data collected through our website www.mobydickdev.com.
- Website: www.mobydickdev.com
- Contact: plugins@mobydickdev.com
We develop and distribute WordPress plugins and provide web development services. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have.
What Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum data necessary to provide our services:
| Data Type | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Identity data | First name, last name | Order processing, account |
| Contact data | Email address, phone (optional) | Order confirmation, support |
| Billing data | Billing address, country | Invoicing, tax compliance |
| Transaction data | Order number, amount, date | Order fulfillment, refunds |
| Technical data | IP address, browser, device | Security, analytics |
| Usage data | Pages visited, time on site | Website improvement |
| Communication data | Support emails, messages | Customer support |
How We Collect Data
We collect your data through the following means:
- Direct interactions — when you create an account, make a purchase, or contact us via email.
- Automated technologies — cookies, server logs, and analytics tools when you browse our website.
- Third parties — payment processors (Stripe) and analytics services (Google Analytics) may share limited data with us.
Why We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill orders for our plugins and services.
- To manage your account and provide access to purchased products.
- To send transactional emails (order confirmations, invoices, download links).
- To provide customer support and respond to your inquiries.
- To process refund requests where applicable.
- To comply with legal obligations (tax records, GDPR requests).
- To improve our website through anonymized analytics data.
- To detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Processing orders & payments | Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) |
| Sending order confirmations | Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) |
| Customer support | Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) |
| Tax & legal compliance | Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)) |
| Website analytics | Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) |
| Marketing emails (if applicable) | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) |
Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with the following trusted third parties solely to operate our services:
- Stripe — payment processing. Your card data is handled directly by Stripe and never stored by us. Stripe Privacy Policy →
- Google Analytics — anonymized website traffic analysis. Google Privacy Policy →
- WordPress / WooCommerce — e-commerce platform infrastructure.
- Hosting provider — our web server processes your data as part of normal website operation.
International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers (e.g., Stripe, Google) may process your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Binding Corporate Rules where applicable
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Order & transaction records | 10 years (legal / tax obligation) |
| Account data | Until account deletion + 1 year |
| Support communications | 3 years after last contact |
| Analytics data | 26 months (anonymized) |
| Cookie data | As per cookie settings (max 13 months) |
After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights (GDPR — EU / EEA Users)
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Your Rights (US — CCPA / State Laws)
If you are a resident of California or other US states with applicable privacy laws, you have the following rights:
- Right to Know — request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected.
- Right to Delete — request deletion of personal data we have collected, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out — opt out of the sale of personal data. We do not sell personal data.
- Right to Non-Discrimination — we will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
- Right to Correct — request correction of inaccurate personal data (California Privacy Rights Act).
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies. Here is an overview of the cookies we use:
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Shopping cart, session, login | Session / 1 year |
| Analytics | Google Analytics — traffic analysis | Up to 13 months |
| Payment | Stripe fraud prevention | Session |
| Preferences | Language, currency, UI settings | 1 year |
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 16 (or 13 in the US under COPPA).
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at plugins@mobydickdev.com and we will promptly delete it.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted via our website.
- Secure payment processing via Stripe (PCI DSS compliant).
- Access controls limiting who can access personal data internally.
- Regular security reviews and updates.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
- Notify registered users via email where required by law.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact & Data Protection Officer
For any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
- Email: plugins@mobydickdev.com
- Website: www.mobydickdev.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your national Data Protection Authority. In Slovakia, this is the Office for Personal Data Protection of the Slovak Republic (dataprotection.gov.sk).
Questions about your privacy?
We take your data rights seriously. Get in touch and we'll respond within 30 days.