PRIVACY
The Independent Territory website (“Website”) is owned and operated by Valisaire Limited (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information you provide to us or that we obtain when you access or use Independent Territory. By using the Website, you agree to the terms set forth in this Privacy Policy.
We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy covers: what data we collect, how we use it, your rights, cookies, and contact information.
Who We Are
• Controller: Valisaire Limited
• Contact email: info@independentterritory.com
• EU Users: If you are located in the EU, you may contact us at this email for any privacy questions or complaints.
Information We Collect
We only collect personal data that you provide voluntarily or that is automatically collected when you use the site.
• Contact data: name, email address (for newsletters or inquiries)
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information. IP addresses are considered personal data under GDPR. For analytics, IPs are anonymized in Google Analytics.
• Usage data: pages visited, referral source, time on site
• Other data you provide: comments, survey responses, or requests
• Newsletter subscriber data: managed through MailerLite (Data Processing Agreement in place)
We do not intentionally collect special categories of data (e.g., health, race, political opinions).
Legal bases for Processing
We process your personal data under these bases:
• Consent: newsletters, marketing, cookies
• Legitimate interests: site security, spam prevention, basic analytics (anonymized)
• Legal obligations: records for compliance, accounting, or taxes
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and support affiliate links. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Cookie categories:
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Category | Duration | Type |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Site usage analytics | Analytics | 14 months | 3rd-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Site usage analytics | Analytics | 24 hours | 3rd-party |
| _fbp | Meta/Facebook | Marketing/ads | Marketing | 3 months | 3rd-party |
| ml_user | MailerLite | Newsletter subscriber | Marketing | 12 months | 1st-party |
| ml_anonymous | MailerLite | Tracks form submission for analytics | Analytics | Session | 1st-party |
| ml_popup | MailerLite | Remembers if popup shown | Essential | 1 year | 1st-party |
| cookie_consent | Independent Territory | Records cookie preferences | Essential | 1 year | 1st-party |
Consent:
• We use Complianz to display a cookie banner. Non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing) are blocked until you consent.
• You can withdraw consent at any time via the banner or your browser settings.
• Your consent choices are logged (date, time, IP, banner version, and what you consented to).
Contact Forms & Newsletter
• Contact forms: Your name and email are collected to respond. Stored up to 12 months unless you request deletion.
• Newsletter (MailerLite): Only sent if you opt in via checkbox (unchecked by default). Data is retained until you unsubscribe or 12 months of inactivity.
Analytics
• We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand site traffic.
• IP anonymization enabled.
• Retention period: 14 months.
• Data may be processed outside the EEA by Google under Standard Contractual Clauses.
• Cookies for analytics only set after user consent.
How We Use Your Information
• To provide requested services (contact, newsletter)
• To improve our website and content (legitimate interest)
• To send newsletters and promotions (consent)
• To perform market research (consent)
Data Retention
• Comments: up to 3 years, or until deletion requested
• Newsletter: until unsubscribe or 12 months inactivity
• Contact inquiries: 12 months
• Legal/tax records: 7 years
Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request rectification or deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise your rights: email info@independentterritory.com. Requests are handled within one month (extendable by two months for complex cases).
Sharing Your Data
• We do not sell personal data.
• Trusted providers (GA, MailerLite, Meta) process data under agreements.
• Transfers outside EEA protected via Standard Contractual Clauses.
• Emails only used for marketing if you have explicitly consented.
Security
We implement HTTPS/TLS, restricted staff access, backups, and other safeguards.
• In case of data breaches, authorities are notified within 72 hours, and affected users if needed.
Links to Other Websites
• We are not responsible for third-party sites’ privacy practices.
• Affiliate links may set their own cookies — review those policies separately.
Children’s Privacy
• Services not intended for children under 16.
• If data from a child under 16 is collected, we will delete it promptly.
Automated Decision-Making
• We do not use personal data for automated decisions or profiling with legal or similarly significant effects.
Compliance With Laws
• Personal data may be disclosed if required by law, court order, or legitimate law enforcement request.
Disclaimer and Liability
• Content is informational only, not professional advice.
• Privacy Policy is binding for data processing, regardless of content accuracy disclaimers.
Last Updated: September, 2025