Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Poland API ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our API service.

By accessing or using Poland API, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 API Usage Data

When you use our API, we automatically collect:

  • API endpoint requests and responses
  • Timestamp of requests
  • IP addresses
  • API key identifiers
  • Request headers and parameters
  • Response status codes and error messages

2.2 Account Information

When you register through RapidAPI, we may receive:

  • Email address
  • Username
  • Subscription tier
  • Payment information (processed by RapidAPI, not stored by us)

2.3 Technical Information

We collect technical information to improve our service:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device information
  • Network information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our API service
  • Authentication: To verify your identity and API access rights
  • Rate Limiting: To enforce usage limits based on your subscription tier
  • Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve performance
  • Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
  • Communication: To send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with:

  • RapidAPI: For payment processing and subscription management
  • Hosting Providers: For infrastructure and data storage
  • Analytics Services: For usage analysis and service improvement

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

  • HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data in transit
  • Secure API key authentication
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and monitoring
  • Data backup and disaster recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services to you
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

API usage logs are typically retained for 90 days. Account information is retained until you request deletion or your account is inactive for 2 years.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your information
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data
  • Object: Object to processing of your information
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@polandapi.com.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website and API may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and gather analytics. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

The API itself does not use cookies for authentication; it uses API keys passed in request headers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. GDPR Compliance

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for processing your information includes:

  • Contract: Processing necessary to perform our service
  • Legitimate Interests: For service improvement and security
  • Consent: Where you have given explicit consent
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@polandapi.com

Data Protection Officer: dpo@polandapi.com

Response Time: We will respond to your request within 30 days