🔹 Data Retention & GDPR
ecHOSTS is committed to protecting customer data and respecting privacy rights. This policy explains how data is stored, how long it is retained, and how we comply with GDPR requirements.
🔐 Data Privacy Rights
Customers have full rights over their personal data.
Your Rights Include
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Right to access your personal data
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Right to correct inaccurate information
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Right to request data deletion (where legally applicable)
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Right to restrict or object to data processing
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Right to data portability
📌 Requests related to data privacy can be submitted via the ecHOSTS support team.
🗄️ Backup Retention Period
ecHOSTS maintains backups to ensure service reliability and data protection.
Backup Retention Overview
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Daily backups retained for a limited period
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Weekly or monthly backups based on hosting plan
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Older backups are automatically removed
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Retention duration varies by service type
📌 Backups are for disaster recovery, not long-term data storage.
🌍 GDPR Compliance Overview
ecHOSTS follows GDPR principles to protect user data:
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Data is collected only for legitimate service purposes
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Personal data is stored securely with restricted access
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Data is not shared with third parties without legal or operational necessity
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Customers can request data access or removal
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Security measures protect against unauthorized access
📌 GDPR applies to users located in the European Economic Area (EEA).
✅ Customer Responsibilities
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Keep account information accurate
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Secure login credentials
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Obtain user consent when collecting personal data on websites
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Ensure GDPR compliance for hosted content
⚠️ Important Notes
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ecHOSTS does not control data collected by customer websites
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Website owners are responsible for privacy policies and cookie notices
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Legal data retention may apply for billing or compliance reasons
📩 Need Help with Data Requests?
For GDPR or data retention requests, contact ecHOSTS support with proper verification.