This Privacy Policy explains what data may be processed when using the Golovne website available at https://golovne.com, for what purposes such data is used, to whom it may be disclosed, and what rights users have in relation to their personal data.
We aim to process personal data lawfully, transparently, and only to the extent necessary for the operation of the website, communication with users, security purposes, and analysis of Golovne’s performance.
1. Who Processes Personal Data
The data controller responsible for personal data processed in connection with the use of the Golovne website is:
Golovne.com
Website: https://golovne.com
Email: info@golovne.com
Address for correspondence: 2 Queen Elizabeth II Street, Dnipro, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, 49000
For questions regarding the processing of personal data or the exercise of your rights, you may contact us using the email address provided above.
2. What Data We May Process
The amount and type of data processed depend on how a user interacts with the website.
2.1. Data Provided by the User
When a user contacts the editorial team, uses forms available on the website, subscribes to a newsletter, or leaves a comment, we may receive information voluntarily provided by the user, such as:
- name or the name provided by the user;
- email address;
- the content of a message, comment, or inquiry;
- other information voluntarily provided by the user.
We ask users not to provide personal data through the website that is not necessary for the relevant inquiry or website function.
2.2. Technical Data
When visiting the website, certain technical information may be processed automatically by the website server, security tools, analytics systems, and other technical services.
Such information may include:
- IP address;
- date and time of access to the website;
- the address of the page visited and the referring source;
- browser type and operating system;
- device type and technical connection characteristics;
- browser language;
- approximate geographic location;
- information about the user’s interaction with website pages.
This data is used to operate the website, ensure security, identify technical issues, prevent abuse, and analyze website traffic.
3. Purposes of Data Processing
Personal and technical data may be processed for the following purposes:
- ensuring the operation and availability of the Golovne website;
- providing users with requested website functions;
- processing inquiries and feedback;
- publishing and managing comments, where such functionality is available;
- sending notifications or newsletters where a user has voluntarily subscribed to them;
- analyzing website traffic and usage;
- improving the structure, content, and usability of the website;
- ensuring information and technical security;
- preventing spam, abuse, and unauthorized access;
- complying with the requirements of Ukrainian law.
4. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
Depending on the circumstances, personal data may be processed on the basis of:
- the user’s consent, where such consent is required;
- the need to process an inquiry or perform an action initiated by the user;
- the need to comply with legal obligations;
- legitimate interests related to the operation, security, development, and analysis of the website, provided that users’ rights and interests are respected.
Where processing is based on consent, the user has the right to withdraw such consent in accordance with applicable law.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Golovne may use cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small files or identifiers stored by a user’s browser that help ensure the operation of the website, save certain preferences, and obtain statistical information about website usage.
The website may use:
- necessary cookies — for the technical operation, security, and essential functions of the website;
- functional cookies — to save certain user preferences;
- analytics cookies — to obtain anonymized or pseudonymized statistics about website traffic and user interactions.
Users may restrict or delete cookies through their browser settings. Restricting necessary cookies may affect the operation of certain website functions.
Where applicable law requires prior consent for the use of certain categories of cookies, such technologies should be used in accordance with the consent preferences selected by the user.
6. Google Analytics
Golovne uses Google Analytics, a service provided by Google, to analyze website traffic and understand how users interact with the website.
Google Analytics may process information about website usage, including device and browser information, session statistics, approximate location, and information about interactions with website pages. The service may use cookies and other technical identifiers to distinguish users and sessions.
The processing of such information by Google is also governed by Google’s own terms and privacy policies.
7. Disclosure of Data to Third Parties
Golovne does not sell users’ personal data.
However, certain data may be processed by third-party service providers necessary for the technical operation of the website. These may include:
- hosting and server infrastructure providers;
- web analytics service providers, including Google Analytics;
- information security and anti-spam service providers;
- email and newsletter service providers, where such services are used;
- other technical contractors required for the operation of the website.
Data may also be disclosed where required by law, including in response to a lawful request from authorized public authorities or a court.
Some technical service providers may be located outside Ukraine or may use infrastructure located in other countries. In such cases, data processing and transfers are carried out in accordance with applicable legal requirements and the terms of the relevant service providers.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data for no longer than is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
The retention period may vary depending on the type of data and the purpose of processing. For example, inquiry data may be retained for the period necessary to review and resolve the relevant matter, technical logs may be retained for the period necessary to ensure website security and stability, and analytics data may be retained in accordance with the settings of the analytics services used.
When the need for processing ceases and there is no lawful basis for further retention, the data is deleted, destroyed, or anonymized in accordance with established procedures.
9. Personal Data Security
We apply appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, unlawful processing, alteration, disclosure, accidental loss, or destruction.
However, no method of transmitting or storing data on the internet can guarantee absolute information security.
10. User Rights
In accordance with Ukrainian personal data protection legislation, users have, among others, the right to:
- know the sources from which their personal data was collected, where it is stored, and the purposes for which it is processed;
- receive information about the conditions under which access to personal data is granted and the third parties to whom such data is disclosed;
- access their personal data;
- receive information about whether their personal data is being processed;
- request correction or amendment of inaccurate or unlawfully processed data;
- request the deletion or destruction of personal data where grounds provided by law exist;
- withdraw consent to the processing of personal data where processing is based on consent;
- object to the processing of personal data in cases provided for by law;
- submit a complaint to the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights or apply to a court;
- use other means of protecting their rights as provided by law.
To exercise rights relating to personal data, users may contact us at info@golovne.com. To prevent unauthorized disclosure of personal data, we may request information necessary to verify the identity of the person making the request.
11. Links to Third-Party Websites
Golovne materials may contain links to websites, services, and resources operated by third parties. Golovne does not determine how such third-party resources process personal data. Before using a third-party website, users are advised to review its privacy policy.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may periodically update this Privacy Policy due to changes in legislation, technologies, services used, or data processing practices.
The current version of the Privacy Policy is always published on this page. In the event of material changes, the date of the latest update will also be revised.
13. Contact Information
For questions regarding privacy, personal data processing, or the exercise of rights provided by law, you may contact us at:
Website: https://golovne.com
Email: info@golovne.com
Last updated: September 16, 2026.
