Privacy Policy
At PanelRaid, we respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit our website.
This Privacy Policy explains what information may be processed through PanelRaid, why it is processed, and the rights available to you.
By visiting PanelRaid, you can read this policy to understand our data practices. Where consent is legally required, simply using the website does not constitute consent.
1. Who We Are
PanelRaid is an independent online publication dedicated to anime, manga, and video games. We publish editorials, analysis, retrospectives, and recommendations for readers worldwide.
2. Information We Collect
PanelRaid is primarily a content-focused website. You can browse our articles without submitting personal information directly to us.
However, certain information may be processed when you interact with the website.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit PanelRaid, our hosting and infrastructure providers may process technical information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device and operating system information
- Pages requested and timestamps
- Referring website information
- Technical information needed for website security and performance
This information may be necessary to deliver website content, diagnose technical problems, and protect the website against misuse.
Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you contact us by email or another available contact method, we may receive your name, email address, and any information you choose to include in your message.
We use this information to respond to inquiries and manage communications.
3. How We Use Information
Personal information may be processed for the following purposes:
- Website operation: To deliver content and maintain website functionality.
- Security: To detect technical problems, prevent abuse, and protect the website.
- Communication: To respond to messages, questions, or requests.
- Legal compliance: To comply with applicable legal obligations.
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), our legal bases may include legitimate interests in operating and securing the website, legitimate interests in responding to inquiries, compliance with legal obligations, and consent where required.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small files that websites may store on your device to support functionality or remember certain information.
PanelRaid may use essential technologies required for website operation and security.
If we introduce analytics, advertising, or other non-essential tracking technologies, we will provide appropriate information and request consent where required by applicable law.
You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Some third-party websites accessed through links on PanelRaid may use their own cookies and tracking technologies, which are governed by their respective privacy policies.
5. Affiliate Links and Advertising
PanelRaid may participate in affiliate marketing programs, including Amazon Associates and other relevant partnerships.
Some articles may contain affiliate links to products or services related to anime, manga, gaming, and entertainment.
If you purchase a product after clicking an affiliate link, PanelRaid may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate partners may collect information about referrals, clicks, and qualifying purchases in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Amazon Associates Disclosure
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Affiliate partnerships do not guarantee positive coverage or determine the opinions expressed in our editorial content.
We aim to maintain transparency regarding commercial relationships and clearly identify affiliate recommendations.
6. Third-Party Services
PanelRaid relies on third-party infrastructure and services to operate and maintain the website.
These may include website hosting, content delivery, content management, email, and affiliate marketing services.
Such providers may process limited personal information where necessary to provide their services.
The relevant service providers are:
- Website hosting: Netlify
- Content management: Sanity Studio
We do not sell personal information to data brokers.
Personal information may also be disclosed when required by law or where necessary to protect legitimate legal rights.
7. International Data Transfers
PanelRaid serves an international audience, and some service providers may process information outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Where personal data is transferred internationally, appropriate legal safeguards must be applied where required, such as an applicable adequacy decision or Standard Contractual Clauses.
You may contact us for further information about relevant international transfers and safeguards.
8. Data Retention and Security
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law.
For example, messages sent to us may be retained while an inquiry is being handled and for any further period reasonably necessary for follow-up or legal obligations.
Technical logs are retained according to the applicable operational and security requirements and relevant service-provider retention settings.
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.
However, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Privacy Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have rights under the GDPR, including the right to:
- Request access to your personal data.
- Request corrections to inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of personal information in applicable circumstances.
- Restrict certain types of data processing.
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Request data portability where applicable.
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing relies on consent.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the email address provided in Section 13.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority, including the Dutch Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens.
10. Links to External Websites
PanelRaid articles may contain links to external websites, including retailers, publishers, gaming platforms, and other entertainment-related services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of websites operated by third parties.
We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of external websites before providing personal information.
11. Children's Privacy
PanelRaid does not intentionally request personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal information to us and wish to request its removal, please contact us.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to the website, the services we use, or applicable privacy requirements.
Any changes will be published on this page, with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly.
We encourage readers to review this page periodically.
13. Contact
For questions, concerns, or requests relating to privacy and data protection, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
We will review privacy-related inquiries and respond in accordance with applicable legal requirements.