Last Updated: August 23, 2025
At SimplyFreeCode.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our users in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679. This GDPR Policy outlines how we collect, process, store, and protect your personal data when you use our website, SimplyFreeCode.com, which provides digital products such as PHP scripts (Laravel), Node.js scripts, CMS scripts, WordPress plugins, and WordPress themes.
1.1 Data Controller
SimplyFreeCode.com is the data controller responsible for your personal data. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at:
Email: support@simplyfreecode.com
Address: USA
1.2 Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
- Identity Data: Name, username, or similar identifiers.
- Contact Data: Email address, billing address, or phone number.
- Transaction Data: Payment details, purchase history, and order information.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior.
- Usage Data: Interactions with our website, such as pages visited, downloads, and time spent.
- Marketing and Communication Data: Preferences for receiving marketing communications.
1.3 How We Collect Data
- Directly: When you create an account, make a purchase, download free items, or contact us.
- Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), and server logs.
- Third Parties: From payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) or social media platforms when you log in or interact with us.
1.4 Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: For marketing communications or non-essential cookies.
- Contract: To fulfill purchases, provide downloads, or manage accounts.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, analyze usage, or prevent fraud.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, accounting, or other legal requirements.
1.5 How We Use Your Data
- To process and deliver your orders for digital products.
- To manage your account and provide customer support.
- To send transactional emails (e.g., order confirmations, password resets).
- To improve our website and personalize user experience.
- To send marketing communications (with your consent).
- To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraudulent activities.
1.6 Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Payment processors, hosting providers, or analytics tools.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
- Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
We ensure all third parties comply with GDPR and protect your data.
1.7 International Data Transfers
If you are in the EU/EEA, your data may be transferred to countries outside the EEA (e.g., for hosting or payment processing). We use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other safeguards to ensure GDPR compliance.
1.8 Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Account data: Until you delete your account or after 7 years of inactivity.
- Transaction data: 7 years to comply with tax and accounting laws.
- Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent.
1.9 Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU/EEA user, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
- Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Objection: Object to processing for marketing or legitimate interests.
- Withdraw Consent: For data processed based on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@simplyfreecode.com. We will respond within 30 days.
1.10 Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookie preferences via our Cookie Consent tool. For details, see our Privacy Policy.
1.11 Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption, secure servers) to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
1.12 Complaints
If you have concerns about our data practices, contact us first. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your country (e.g., ICO in the UK).
1.13 Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.
