Privacy Policy for BeerPAN

Last updated: Feb 3 2026

BeerPAN (“BeerPAN”, “we”, “us”) is a small, independently run project operated by a single individual. This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit the BeerPAN website (the “Website”) or subscribe to the BeerPAN newsletter.

1. Data Controller

For the purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the data controller is:

BeerPAN
Contact email: contact@beerpan.com

2. Personal Data Collected

BeerPAN collects only limited personal data.

a) Data provided by you

  • Email address, when you voluntarily subscribe to the BeerPAN newsletter

b) Data collected automatically
When you access the Website, certain technical data may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited and timestamps

This data is used for basic analytics, security, and website operation, and is not used to identify you directly.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

BeerPAN processes personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you subscribe to the newsletter, you explicitly consent to receiving email communications.

  • Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): To operate, maintain, and secure the Website and understand general usage patterns.

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

4. Use of Personal Data

Personal data is used solely to:

  • Send the BeerPAN newsletter and related updates

  • Maintain and improve the Website

  • Ensure technical functionality and security

BeerPAN does not sell, rent, or share personal data for marketing or advertising purposes.

5. Newsletter Services

Newsletter emails may be sent using a third-party email service provider. Such providers process personal data only on BeerPAN’s behalf and are required to comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR.

Each newsletter email includes an unsubscribe link, allowing you to withdraw consent at any time.

6. Cookies

The Website may use essential cookies or similar technologies necessary for basic functionality and analytics.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

7. Data Retention

  • Email addresses are retained only for as long as you remain subscribed to the newsletter.

  • Upon unsubscribing, your email address will be deleted within a reasonable period unless legal obligations require otherwise.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Requests can be made using the contact details above.

9. Data Security

BeerPAN implements reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of online transmission is completely secure.

10. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to external websites. BeerPAN is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

12. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Email: contact@beerpan.com