Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Starvia collects, uses, and protects personal data when you access the website or contact us. Starvia provides general informational content related to horoscope 2026, tarot 2026, and personal horoscope concepts. The purpose of this policy is to provide clear and transparent information about how personal data is handled in accordance with the principles of the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

We are committed to processing personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently. The website is designed to minimise the collection of personal data and to ensure that only information necessary for website operation, communication, and security is processed. By using the website, you acknowledge that your information may be processed as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

When you visit the Starvia website, certain information may be collected automatically through your device or browser. This may include technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device characteristics, operating system, and general location based on IP. This information helps us ensure that the website functions correctly, remains secure, and is displayed appropriately across different devices.

If you contact us through the contact form or by email, we may collect personal information that you choose to provide. This typically includes your name, email address, subject of enquiry, and the content of your message. This information is used solely to respond to your request and to maintain a record of communication where necessary.

Starvia does not request sensitive personal data for normal website use. Users are encouraged not to include confidential, financial, health-related, or other sensitive information in their messages unless it is necessary for the enquiry.

3. How We Use Personal Data

Personal data collected through the website is used only for clearly defined purposes. These purposes include responding to user enquiries, maintaining website functionality, improving navigation and performance, and ensuring system security. Communication data may be retained to allow follow-up where appropriate and to ensure continuity in responses.

Technical and usage information may be analysed in an aggregated form to understand how visitors interact with the website. This helps identify areas where content structure, loading performance, or accessibility can be improved. Such analysis is carried out for operational purposes and is not intended to create individual user profiles.

Starvia does not use personal data to make automated decisions that have legal or similarly significant effects. The website does not provide personalised services based on behavioural profiling.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Where UK data protection law applies, Starvia processes personal data on appropriate lawful grounds. In most cases, processing is based on legitimate interests, which include operating the website, maintaining security, responding to enquiries, and improving overall performance. These interests are balanced against the rights and expectations of users.

Where non-essential cookies or similar technologies are used, processing may be based on user consent where required. In certain circumstances, processing may also be necessary to comply with legal obligations. Personal data is not processed for purposes that are incompatible with those described in this policy.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies to support core functionality and to understand general usage patterns. Essential cookies help maintain secure navigation, enable basic features, and ensure stable performance. Where analytics or measurement tools are used, they are intended to provide general insights into traffic patterns and page usage rather than to identify individual users.

Users may control cookies through their browser settings. Additional information about the types of cookies used and how they function is provided in the Cookie Policy.

6. Sharing of Information

Starvia does not sell or rent personal data to third parties. Information may be shared only where necessary to support website operation and communication. This may include hosting providers, email services, and technical support systems that help maintain security and performance.

Where third-party service providers are used, we take reasonable steps to ensure that they process personal data only as required for their services and that appropriate confidentiality and security measures are applied.

7. International Data Transfers

In some cases, technical service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure that personal data remains protected to a standard consistent with UK data protection requirements. These safeguards may include contractual protections and recognised security practices.

8. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. Enquiry communications may be stored to allow for ongoing correspondence or record-keeping. Technical data and system logs may be retained for a limited period to support security monitoring and troubleshooting.

Once personal data is no longer required, it is deleted or anonymised where appropriate. Retention practices are reviewed periodically to ensure that data is not kept longer than necessary.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. These measures may include secure hosting environments, restricted access controls, and encrypted transmission where supported.

While we take appropriate precautions, no online system can guarantee absolute security. Users should exercise care when sharing personal information and use secure connections where possible.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your circumstances, you may have rights under UK data protection law. These rights may include requesting access to personal data, requesting correction of inaccurate information, requesting deletion where appropriate, restricting certain types of processing, or objecting to processing based on legitimate interests.

Requests related to personal data can be submitted using the contact details provided above. We may ask for additional information to verify identity before responding, in order to protect personal data from unauthorised disclosure.

11. Children’s Information

Starvia is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe that personal data relating to a child has been submitted through the website, please contact us so that the information can be reviewed and appropriate action taken if necessary.

12. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in website operations, technology, or applicable legal requirements. The date shown at the top of the policy indicates the most recent update. Continued use of the website after changes have been made indicates acceptance of the revised policy.