GDPR Compliance Statement

Effective Date: May 8, 2026

Rising Story USA (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our users in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU Regulation 2016/679). This statement outlines how we comply with GDPR requirements when processing personal data through https://risingstoryusa.com/.

🔹 Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data only when we have a valid legal basis, including:

  • User Consent: When you subscribe, comment, or provide information voluntarily.
  • Contractual Necessity: To deliver requested services such as newsletters or account features.
  • Legal Obligation: When required by law or regulation.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve site functionality, security, and user experience.

🔹 Data Subject Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Right to Object: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

🔹 International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms.

🔹 Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in our Privacy Policy, or as required by law.

🔹 Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

🔹 Contact Information

If you have questions or wish to exercise your GDPR rights: 📧 Email: info@risingstoryusa.com 📞 Phone: +1-800-555-1234

You may also lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority if you believe your rights have been violated.