Gishty believes you should know how your data is used (if at all).
This Privacy Policy explains how the data provided by you is collected, used and protected by Sham Jaff (“Gishty,” or “Sham”).
By subscribing to Gishty's newsletters, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use Gishty's services.
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Gishty is operated by Sham Jaff, a freelance journalist (Freiberuflerin) in Germany.
The data controller responsible under Article 4(7) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is Sham Jaff.
You can contact Sham Jaff at [email protected] or at Holsteinische Strasse 38, 12161 Berlin, Germany.
Gishty collects the following types of personal and non-personal data:
Gishty process your data for the following purposes:
Gishty's legal bases for processing (under GDPR) include consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interests, and legal compliance.
Gishty uses cookies and similar technologies to keep Gishty's website functioning (essential cookies), and to personalize user experience (optional cookies).
You can manage or withdraw your consent anytime by logging out of Gishty (all account-related session cookies are removed at that point) or through your browser settings.
Gishty does not use any advertising or cross-site tracking cookies.
Gishty only shares data with trusted service providers who help operate Gishty, such as:
All partners are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with privacy laws. Gishty never sells personal data to advertisers or third parties.
When data is transferred outside Germany, Gishty ensures appropriate safeguards are in place under GDPR, PIPEDA, and CCPA, including:
Gishty retains personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required by law. When no longer needed, Gishty securely deletes or anonymizes it.
Gishty uses certain trusted third-party services to help operate Gishty's website and deliver Gishty's products and services. These providers may process personal data on Gishty's behalf in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data-protection laws.
Each service is engaged only to the extent necessary to perform its function (for example, hosting, email delivery, payment processing, etc) and is bound by confidentiality and data-protection obligations.
Gishty ensures, where required, that data transfers outside your jurisdiction are made under appropriate safeguards.
A list of Gishty's current service providers, along with the purpose of processing, is provided below:
Gishty grants users the following rights:
Residents of California also have rights under CCPA, including:
Gishty sends newsletters and updates only to users who have opted in, in compliance with GDPR, PECR, and CASL.
Every email includes an unsubscribe link.
For paid subscriptions, email is part of the contractual service, but you can opt out of promtional & fundraising communications anytime.
Gishty implements appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data against loss, theft, or unauthorized access. This includes encryption, secure servers, and limited internal access.
Gishty's services are not directed at individuals under 18. Gishty does not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If Gishty becomes aware of such data, Gishty deletes it promptly.
Gishty may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Material changes will be clearly communicated 4-weeks prior to taking effect.
For any privacy questions, data requests, or complaints, please contact Gishty at: [email protected]
