Privacy Policy – T1DParent
Last updated: 6 April 2026
T1DParent (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a website created to provide guidance, information, and support to parents and caregivers of children with Type 1 Diabetes. The site may be accessed by visitors worldwide.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data responsibly, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Slovak and EU data protection laws. Where possible, we apply the same high standard of data protection to all visitors, regardless of location.
1. Who we are
Data Controller: T1DParent
Location: Slovakia (European Union)
Contact email: type1diap@gmail.com
2. Hosting and platform
This website is hosted on WordPress.com, a service operated by Automattic Inc.
WordPress.com acts as a data processor on our behalf and may process limited personal and technical data (such as IP address, device information, and cookies) to provide hosting, security, and performance services.
For more information on how WordPress.com processes data, please see:
https://automattic.com/privacy/
3. What personal data we collect
Depending on how you interact with the site, we may collect:
- Information you voluntarily provide (such as an email address if you contact us)
- Basic technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
- Cookie and usage data (subject to your consent)
- Donation‑related information, if donations are enabled (processed by third‑party providers)
We do not intentionally collect sensitive medical or health data.
4. Why we collect personal data
Personal data is processed only for legitimate purposes, including:
- Responding to messages or enquiries
- Improving website content and usability
- Ensuring website security and reliability
- Processing voluntary donations, if offered
- Complying with legal obligations
The legal bases under GDPR include your consent, our legitimate interests, and contractual necessity where applicable.
5. Cookies
Cookies are used to ensure the website functions correctly and securely.
With your consent, cookies may also be used for analytics or performance measurement.
- Essential cookies are required for basic site operation
- Non‑essential cookies are used only with your explicit consent
You may manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time.
Some cookies may be set by WordPress.com as part of its hosting and security services.
6. Donations and possible future services
If voluntary donations are enabled, payments are processed by third‑party payment providers. We do not store payment card details.
In the future, optional items such as merchandise may be offered. If so, this Privacy Policy will be updated to reflect any changes in data processing.
7. Sharing of data
We do not sell personal data.
Personal data may be shared only with trusted service providers (such as hosting, analytics, or payment processors) strictly for the purposes described in this policy.
8. Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or to meet legal obligations.
9. Your rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Slovak Data Protection Authority (Úrad na ochranu osobných údajov SR)
Requests may be made using the contact details above.
10. Changes to this policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this page.