Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is processed when using the website
https://overlander-base.com

The website is operated by:

We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable German data protection laws.

1. Hosting & Infrastructure

The website is technically operated via Readdy.ai. In providing hosting and technical services, personal data (e.g. IP addresses, log files) may be processed. Processing may occur on servers within or outside the European Union. Where data is transferred to third countries, this is done in accordance with Art. 44 ff. GDPR, in particular on the basis of EU Standard Contractual Clauses or other legally recognized safeguards.

2. User Accounts & Database

User data is stored using Supabase infrastructure. Stored data may include name (if provided), email address, encrypted password, saved favorites, submitted sources and communication content. Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (account functionality) and Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in operating the platform). Data may be processed within or outside the EU under appropriate safeguards.

3. Contact Form

When contacting us via the contact form, submitted data is processed solely for handling the request (Art. 6(1)(b) or (f) GDPR). Data is stored only as long as necessary.

4. Newsletter

Newsletter subscriptions are based on user consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). Consent may be withdrawn at any time. Processing is technically supported via Readdy.ai infrastructure.

5. Affiliate Links & External Sources

Overlander Base functions as a curated reference system and contains affiliate links to third-party providers worldwide. When clicking external links, the respective provider is solely responsible for data processing. Cookies or tracking technologies may be set by third parties according to their own privacy policies. Placement of affiliate links is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in financing the platform).

6. Cookies & Log Files

The website uses a consent management mechanism. Technically necessary cookies may be used without consent; non-essential cookies or tracking technologies are activated only after user consent. Server log files (IP address, browser type, access time, referrer) are processed for security and stability purposes (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

For more information, please visit our Cookie Settings page.

7. Use of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence is used to identify, structure and summarize external sources. Final editorial decisions are made under human supervision. Further information: https://overlander-base.com/we-use-ai

8. Data Retention

Personal data is stored only as long as necessary for contractual purposes, legal obligations or until consent is withdrawn.