Privacy Policy – Prisoners Unite
Last updated: 24.April 2026
1. Controller
The data controller responsible for this website is:
Prisoners Unite
Webmaster
webmaster@prisoners-unite.com
2. General Information
We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation.
“Personal data” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable person.
3. Data Collection on Our Website
3.1 Server Log Files (Hosting via Hostinger)
When you visit our website, the hosting provider automatically collects:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referrer URL
- Time of request
Purpose: Security and technical stability
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest)
3.2 Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies.
- Essential cookies (required for site functionality)
- Analytics cookies (only with consent)
- Marketing/third-party cookies (only with consent)
You can manage your preferences via our cookie banner.
4. Analytics (Google Site Kit / Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics via Google Site Kit.
This service may collect:
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- User behavior (pages visited, duration, interactions)
Purpose: Improve website performance and user experience
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)
5. SEO Plugin (All in One SEO)
We use All in One SEO to optimize website visibility.
This tool itself does not collect personal data beyond standard WordPress functionality.
6. Online Shop (WooCommerce)
When you place an order or create an account, we collect:
- Name
- Address
- Order details
- IP address
6.1 Purpose
- Order processing
- Customer account management
- Legal obligations (e.g. invoices)
6.2 Legal Basis
- Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract)
- Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR (legal obligation)
6.3 Payments
We use external payment providers:
- PayPal
- Bank transfer
- (Planned) Stripe (credit card payments)
These providers process payment data independently.
7. Newsletter (Hostinger Reach)
When subscribing to our newsletter, we collect:
- Email address (required)
- First name (optional)
- Last name (optional)
7.1 Purpose
Sending updates, promotions, and band-related news.
7.2 Legal Basis
Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)
7.3 Double Opt-In
Subscription is confirmed via email (double opt-in).
7.4 Withdrawal
You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the email.
8. Embedded Content & External Links
8.1 YouTube Videos
We embed videos from YouTube.
When loaded, data may be transferred to Google servers.
8.2 Music Platforms
We link to:
- Spotify
- Amazon Music
- SoundCloud
- Audiomack
Clicking these links transfers you to external platforms.
9. Data Retention
We store personal data only as long as necessary:
- Orders: according to legal retention periods (typically 7 years in Austria)
- Accounts: until deletion request
- Newsletter: until unsubscribe
10. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion
- Restrict processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
11. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data.
12. Contact
For privacy-related requests:
webmaster@prisoners-unite.com