Last Updated: 6 March 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to DriveGT (the “App” or “Platform”), owned and operated by Spartan Horse Media Ltd (“Company,” “we,” “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share personal data about our users (“you,” “your”) in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK GDPR / Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable data protection laws worldwide.

By accessing or using DriveGT, you acknowledge that you have read and accept this Policy. If you disagree, please discontinue use of our Platform.

2. Data Controller

Data Controller: Spartan Horse Media Ltd
Address: 483 Green Lanes, London, N13 4BS, United Kingdom
Contact Email: info@drivegt.com

Where needed, REDCAPE Technologies E.E. in Greece may act as a joint controller or processor (e.g., for local vehicle management in contests), with appropriate data processing agreements ensuring compliance with data protection laws.

3. Data We Collect

1. Account Data: Name, surname, email, phone, username, encrypted password, country of residence/Tax ID (AFM) if required for certain Greek-based contests.
2. Profile/Content: Photos, videos, comments, vehicle details you upload (e.g., My Garage), messages to other users, etc.
3. Device & Cookies Information: IP address, device identifiers, browser type, cookies for authentication, analytics, etc.
4. Payment Details: For membership purchases, we rely on third-party payment processors (Stripe, Apple Pay, Google Pay). We do not store full card info on our servers.

4. Purposes & Legal Basis

• Service Provision: To create/manage your account, enable content posting, and allow contest participation. Legal basis: performance of contract (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b)).
• Communications & Notifications: Inform you of changes, respond to inquiries, and send push/email notifications. Legal basis: legitimate interest or consent, as required.
• Analytics & Service Improvement: Use anonymized data for usage statistics and to enhance our features. Legal basis: legitimate interest.
• Legal Compliance: Maintain records, address requests from authorities, and comply with tax/contest laws. Legal basis: legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)).

5. Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies (session, persistent) and similar tools to:

• Authenticate/log you in
• Remember preferences
• Analyze traffic (e.g., Google Analytics)

You can manage cookie settings via your browser or any cookie-consent tools provided.

6. Data Sharing

• Service Providers: Third parties assisting us in hosting, development, payment processing, or security. They are bound by data processing agreements.
• Legal/Regulatory Authorities: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests (court orders, audits, etc.).
• Intra-Group Transfers: If Spartan Horse Media Ltd works with affiliates or subsidiaries, we ensure secure data transfer arrangements.

7. International Data Transfers

As the Company is based in the UK and may use servers/providers in various countries, your data could be transferred outside the EEA. Where this occurs, we implement adequate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to ensure equivalent data protection standards.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

• To fulfill the processing purposes (maintaining your account).
• To comply with legal obligations (tax, accounting, etc.).
• Until you request deletion, provided no overriding legal basis requires us to keep it longer.

9. Your Rights

Under the GDPR and UK data protection laws, you have rights such as:

• Right of Access: Obtain confirmation of data held about you.
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccuracies.
• Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Object: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
• Right to Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured format.

To exercise any rights, contact us at info@drivegt.com.

10. Data Security

We employ technical and organizational measures (encryption, SSL/TLS, firewalls) to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration.

11. Children’s Privacy

DriveGT is intended for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that we have inadvertently gathered data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

12. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may revise this Policy occasionally. The updated version will be posted on the Platform with a new “last updated” date. Continued use of DriveGT after changes indicates acceptance of the revised Policy.

14. Contact

For any questions or requests regarding this Policy or data processing matters, please reach us at:

Email: info@drivegt.com
Address: 483 Green Lanes, London, N13 4BS, UK