🔹 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.
