{"id":6760,"date":"2026-07-26T11:56:58","date_gmt":"2026-07-26T11:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/privacy\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T11:38:45","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T11:38:45","slug":"privacy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/privacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Last updated: November 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Who we are<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Privacy Policy describes how <strong>AstroSystema<\/strong> (\u201cwe\u201d, \u201cus\u201d; trading name <strong>Astrosystema Digital Services<\/strong>) collects, uses and protects your personal data when you visit our website <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/\">https:\/\/astrosystema.com<\/a><\/strong> and use our services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Controller:<\/strong> Dimitrios Skretas, sole proprietorship (Einzelunternehmen) trading as \u201cAstrosystema Digital Services\u201d<br><strong>Address:<\/strong> Alb. Zwyssigstr. 83, CH-5430 Wettingen, Switzerland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protecting your privacy and keeping your information strictly confidential are non-negotiable professional standards for us. We process your data in line with the <strong>EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)<\/strong> and the <strong>Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. What data we collect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To provide our personalised analyses and to run the website, we may collect the following categories of data:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.1 Identification data<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n<li>Telephone number<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.2 Sensitive astrological\/systemic data<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Date, time and exact place of birth<\/li>\n\n<li>Any personal information or background you choose to share with us through our forms or by email for the purpose of the analysis (e.g. professional goals, family dynamics)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.3 Technical data &amp; cookies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IP address<\/li>\n\n<li>Browser type and user agent string<\/li>\n\n<li>Time spent on the website<\/li>\n\n<li>Data collected through analytics and cookies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.4 Comments<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you leave a comment on the website, we collect the data shown in the comment form, as well as your IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An anonymised string (hash) created from your email address may be provided to the <strong>Gravatar<\/strong> service to check whether you use it. The Gravatar privacy policy is available here: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/automattic.com\/privacy\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/automattic.com\/privacy\/<\/a><\/strong>. After your comment is approved, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2.5 Media<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Why we use your data (purposes of processing)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We collect your data solely for the following purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.1 Providing the service<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preparing and delivering your personalised, entirely hand-written digital astrological study (PDF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.2 Customer service<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contacting you about your order, the delivery time or any clarifications needed before the analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.3 Tax &amp; legal purposes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Processing online payments through a secure third-party provider (Stripe) and issuing receipts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3.4 Website functionality<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Improving the user experience, statistical analysis of visits and spam detection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Confidentiality commitment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will <strong>never<\/strong> commercially exploit, sell or rent your personal data or your astrological chart to third parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. How we protect your data<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We use up-to-date technical and organisational security measures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SSL\/TLS encryption<\/strong> for all communications<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Restricted access<\/strong> to sensitive data (birth times and personal background), strictly limited to the analyst preparing the study<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Secure storage<\/strong> on protected servers<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Regular security checks<\/strong> and system updates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Sharing data with third parties (processors)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do not share your data except in the few cases needed to provide the service:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5.1 Payment service providers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<strong>Stripe<\/strong>) to complete the transaction securely. These companies have their own strict data protection policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5.2 Hosting &amp; email providers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To run the website and send the PDF files. Messages and PDFs containing the information you provide are received in an encrypted email account with <strong>Proton AG<\/strong> (Switzerland).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5.3 Spam detection services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visitor comments may be checked through automated spam detection services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5.4 Password reset<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All third-party providers are contractually bound to protect your data in accordance with the GDPR and Swiss law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Cookies &amp; embedded content<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6.1 Use of cookies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website uses cookies for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Essential functional cookies:<\/strong> basic operation of the website<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Comment cookies:<\/strong> if you leave a comment, you may choose to save your name, email address and website in cookies for your convenience. These cookies last for <strong>one year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Login cookies:<\/strong> if you visit the login page, we set a temporary cookie to check whether your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is deleted when you close your browser.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Preference cookies:<\/strong> when you log in, we also set several cookies to save your login information and screen display choices. Login cookies last <strong>two days<\/strong> and screen options cookies last <strong>one year<\/strong>. If you select \u201cRemember me\u201d, your login will persist for <strong>two weeks<\/strong>. If you log out, the login cookies are removed.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Editing cookies:<\/strong> if you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie is saved in your browser. This cookie contains no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after <strong>1 day<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Statistics:<\/strong> visitor statistics through Google Analytics (Google Ireland Ltd.), which is activated <strong>only if you give your consent<\/strong> via the cookie banner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can manage your preferences through the cookie banner on your first visit or through your browser settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6.2 Embedded content from other websites<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Articles on this website may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves in exactly the same way as if the visitor had visited the other website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. How long we keep your data (data retention)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We keep your personal data only for as long as strictly necessary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7.1 Service data<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your astrological chart is archived in a secure environment in case you would like a further analysis in the future (e.g. \u201cPersonal Navigator\u201d). Particularly sensitive drafts are deleted after the service has been completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7.2 Comments<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognise and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7.3 Registered users<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For users who register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit or delete their personal information at any time (except their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7.4 Tax &amp; legal data<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data required for tax or legal purposes is kept in accordance with the applicable obligations (usually <strong>10 years<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Your rights (under the GDPR &amp; nFADP)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You remain in full control of your data and may at any time request:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.1 Right of access<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out which of your data we hold and to receive a copy in an exportable format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.2 Right to rectification<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To correct inaccurate or incomplete information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.3 Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To request the permanent deletion of your birth data and contact details from our records (provided no tax or legal obligations are pending). This does not include any data we are required to keep for administrative, legal or security reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.4 Right to restriction of processing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To request that processing be restricted in certain cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.5 Right to data portability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.6 Right to withdraw consent<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have subscribed to a newsletter, marketing communication or any other activity based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.7 Right to object<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8.8 Right to lodge a complaint<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To exercise any of these rights, please contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"mailto:support@astrosystema.com\">support@astrosystema.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will reply within <strong>30 days<\/strong> of receiving your request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Where your data is sent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your data is stored on secure servers within the <strong>European Union<\/strong> and <strong>Switzerland<\/strong>. If data is transferred outside the EU\/Switzerland, we ensure an adequate level of protection through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)<\/li>\n\n<li>Adequacy decisions of the European Commission<\/li>\n\n<li>Other appropriate safeguards under the GDPR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Minors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our services are not intended for persons under <strong>18 years<\/strong> of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Changes to this Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AstroSystema reserves the right to correct or update this Policy whenever necessary to reflect new legal requirements or business needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Significant changes will be announced by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email to registered users<\/li>\n\n<li>A notice on the website\u2019s home page<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>\u201cLast updated\u201d date<\/strong> at the top of this page will be updated accordingly. Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Contact details<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For any question, concern or request regarding the protection of your data:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Data controller:<\/strong><br>Dimitrios Skretas \u2013 Astrosystema Digital Services<br>Alb. Zwyssigstr. 83<br>CH-5430 Wettingen, Switzerland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Data protection email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:support@astrosystema.com\">support@astrosystema.com<\/a><br><strong>General enquiries:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:support@astrosystema.com\">support@astrosystema.com<\/a><br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/\">https:\/\/astrosystema.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. Legal basis for processing (GDPR)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We process your personal data on the following legal bases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Performance of a contract<\/strong> (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): to provide the services you order<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Consent<\/strong> (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): for marketing, newsletter and cookies (where required)<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Legitimate interests<\/strong> (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): for website security, spam detection and service improvement<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Legal obligation<\/strong> (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR): for tax and accounting purposes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Thank you for placing your trust in AstroSystema. Protecting your privacy is our commitment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Privacy Policy Last updated: November 2026 1. Who we are This Privacy Policy describes how AstroSystema (\u201cwe\u201d, \u201cus\u201d; trading name Astrosystema Digital Services) collects, uses and protects your personal data when you visit our website https:\/\/astrosystema.com and use our services. Controller: Dimitrios Skretas, sole proprietorship (Einzelunternehmen) trading as \u201cAstrosystema Digital Services\u201dAddress: Alb. Zwyssigstr. 83, CH-5430 &#8230; <a title=\"Privacy Policy\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/privacy\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Privacy Policy\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6760","page","type-page","status-publish","no-featured-image-padding"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6760","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6760"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6760\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosystema.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6760"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}