Privacy Policy
Overview
This privacy policy explains how RADAR (Regulatory Assessment for Digital Service Act Risks) collects and processes information when you use our website at https://radar.checkfirst.network.
Last updated: 26 Jul 2025
Data Controller
CheckFirst Oy
Business ID: FI3143603-4
PL 7, 00351
Helsinki, Finland
Email: privacy@checkfirst.network
What We Collect
Server Logs
Our web server automatically collects:
- IP addresses
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time of visit
- Referring website (if any)
Retention: Server logs are automatically deleted after 30 days.
Analytics Data
We use Piwik Pro analytics (cloud version) to understand how visitors use our site. This collects:
- Pages viewed and actions taken
- Time spent on site
- General location (country/city level)
- Device and browser information
- Anonymized IP address (last 2 bytes masked)
Note: Piwik Pro is configured to respect "Do Not Track" browser settings and uses IP anonymization.
Retention: Analytics data is automatically deleted after 14 months.
Feedback Information
When you click on our feedback link, you are directed to a Google Form. The form collects:
- Your feedback message
- Optional: Your email address (if you choose to provide it)
- Timestamp of submission
Any information you provide is subject to Google's privacy policy. Submission is voluntary.
Why We Collect This Data
We use this information to:
- Ensure the security and proper functioning of our website
- Understand how visitors use RADAR to improve the service
- Analyze traffic patterns and optimize website performance
- Respond to feedback and suggestions
Legal Basis
We process this data based on:
- Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): For server logs and analytics to maintain and improve our service
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you voluntarily provide feedback
Data Storage and Transfers
Where your data is stored:
- Website hosting: OVH servers located in France (EU)
- Analytics data: Piwik Pro servers located in Germany (EU)
- Feedback data: Google servers (may include transfers outside the EU under Google's data protection measures)
All data remains within the EU except for optional feedback submissions through Google Forms.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or transfer your information to third parties. The only external services involved are:
- OVH - Our hosting provider (France)
- Piwik Pro - Analytics service (Germany)
- Google - Only when you choose to use the feedback form
All service providers are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only as instructed by us.
Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
📋 Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
✏️ Correction
Request correction of inaccurate data
🗑️ Deletion
Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
🚫 Object
Object to processing of your data
📦 Data Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
📢 Complaint
File a complaint with the Finnish Data Protection Ombudsman
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Cookies
This website uses minimal cookies:
- Piwik Pro analytics cookies: Used to distinguish unique visitors and sessions (expires after 13 months)
- Opt-out cookie: Set if you choose to opt out of analytics tracking
These are first-party cookies only. We do not use advertising or third-party tracking cookies.
Contact
For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact:
CheckFirst Oy
Email: privacy@checkfirst.network
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. For significant changes, we will provide a more prominent notice on our website.