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GDPR Privacy Policy

Last updated: 10 December 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Offerquestdrive ("we", "us", or "our"), operating at offerquestdrive.com, collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable data protection legislation. By using our website and services, you acknowledge the practices described in this policy.


1. Data Controller

Offerquestdrive acts as the data controller for personal data collected through offerquestdrive.com. If you have questions or concerns regarding the processing of your personal data, you may contact us at:

Email: info@offerquestdrive.com
Website: offerquestdrive.com


2. Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data only to the extent necessary for the purposes described in this policy. The categories of personal data we may collect include:

2.1 Data You Provide Directly

When you interact with our website or services, you may voluntarily provide:

Category Examples
Contact information Name, email address
Account information Username, password (encrypted)
Communication data Messages sent via contact forms or email
Preference data Newsletter subscriptions, content preferences

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical data may be collected automatically:

Category Examples
Usage data Pages visited, time spent, navigation paths
Device data Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
Network data IP address, approximate geographic location
Cookie data Session identifiers, preference cookies

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data only when we have a valid legal basis to do so. The legal bases we rely on include:

Legal Basis When We Use It
Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) Newsletter subscriptions, non-essential cookies, marketing communications
Contract (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) Providing services you have requested, account management
Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR) Compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements
Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) Website security, fraud prevention, service improvement, analytics

Where we rely on legitimate interests, we have assessed that our interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.


4. Purposes of Processing

We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

Service delivery: To operate, maintain, and improve our website and educational content services.

Communication: To respond to your enquiries, provide support, and send service-related notifications.

Marketing: To send newsletters or promotional content where you have given consent, and to personalise your experience.

Analytics: To understand how our website is used and to improve content quality and user experience.

Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and unauthorised access.

Legal compliance: To meet our obligations under applicable laws and to enforce our terms.


5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services.

5.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type Purpose Legal Basis
Essential cookies Enable core website functionality and security Legitimate interests / Contract
Preference cookies Remember your settings and preferences Consent
Analytics cookies Measure website traffic and usage patterns Consent
Marketing cookies Deliver relevant content and track campaign performance Consent

You may manage or withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time through your browser settings or our cookie preference centre. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.


6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with third parties only in the following circumstances:

6.1 Service Providers

We engage trusted third-party service providers who process data on our behalf, including hosting providers, email delivery services, analytics platforms, and payment processors. These providers are bound by data processing agreements and may only process your data according to our documented instructions.

6.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose personal data where required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or where disclosure is necessary to protect our legal rights or the safety of others.

6.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify affected users before their data becomes subject to a different privacy policy.


7. International Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place. These may include:

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission

Transfers to countries recognised as providing an adequate level of data protection

Binding Corporate Rules where applicable

You may request details of the safeguards applied to any international transfer by contacting us at info@offerquestdrive.com.


8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Our retention periods are determined by the following criteria:

Data Category Typical Retention Period
Account data Duration of account plus 2 years after closure
Communication records 3 years from last interaction
Analytics data 26 months (aggregated or anonymised thereafter)
Financial records As required by applicable accounting regulations
Marketing consent records Until consent is withdrawn, plus 1 year

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.


9. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

9.1 Right of Access (Art. 15)

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, along with information about how it is processed.

9.2 Right to Rectification (Art. 16)

You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data without undue delay.

9.3 Right to Erasure (Art. 17)

You have the right to request deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or where you withdraw consent and no other legal basis applies.

9.4 Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18)

You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances, such as while a dispute about accuracy is resolved.

9.5 Right to Data Portability (Art. 20)

Where processing is based on consent or contract and carried out by automated means, you have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.

9.6 Right to Object (Art. 21)

You have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes. Where you object to direct marketing, we will cease processing immediately.

9.7 Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making (Art. 22)

You have the right not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing, including profiling, that produce legal or similarly significant effects. We do not currently engage in such automated decision-making.

9.8 Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@offerquestdrive.com. We will respond within 30 days. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.


10. Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection law, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority in your country of residence or place of work. We encourage you to contact us first so we can address your concerns directly.


11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, accidental loss, destruction, or disclosure. These measures include:

Encryption of data in transit using TLS

Access controls limiting data access to authorised personnel only

Regular security assessments and vulnerability reviews

Incident response procedures for data breach management

In the event of a personal data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours and inform affected individuals without undue delay where required by law.


12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at info@offerquestdrive.com.


13. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently. This policy applies solely to data collected through offerquestdrive.com.


14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after the effective date of any update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.


15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact us:

Email: info@offerquestdrive.com
Website: offerquestdrive.com

We are committed to resolving any concerns you may have and will respond to all enquiries within a reasonable timeframe.