Privacy Policy


Last Updated: April 2026

Introduction

Athens Foodie Guide (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website https://www.athensfoodieguide.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

This Policy applies only to information collected through the Service and not to information collected offline or through other channels.


Definitions

Service – The website https://www.athensfoodieguide.com operated by Mr. Omri Nachum.
Personal Data – Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
Usage Data – Data collected automatically from use of the Service.
Cookies – Small data files stored on your device.
Data Controller – Athens Foodie Guide (Omri Nachum).
Data Processor – Any third party processing data on our behalf.
User / Data Subject – Any individual using the Service.


Information Collection and Use

We collect different types of information for legitimate business purposes related to operating the Service, providing digital products, and managing tour bookings.

Personal Data

When you interact with the Service (including booking tours or purchasing digital guides), we may collect:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Number of participants

  • Dietary preferences or restrictions (e.g., vegetarian, gluten-free)

  • Account login details (if you create an account)

  • Booking and purchase details

Providing this data is voluntary, but failure to provide certain information may prevent us from delivering services (such as completing a booking).

Note: Dietary preferences may be considered sensitive data under GDPR. By providing this information, you explicitly consent to its processing for the purpose of organizing your experience.


Payments

All payments are processed securely through PayPal. We do not collect or store your payment details (such as credit card information). PayPal processes your data in accordance with its own Privacy Policy.


Usage Data

We may collect technical information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages visited

  • Time and date of visits

  • Time spent on pages

  • Device and diagnostic data


Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure proper operation of the Service

  • Analyze usage and performance

  • Support advertising and marketing tools (Google Ads and Meta Ads)

Non-essential cookies (such as analytics and advertising) are only activated after your consent via a cookie banner.

You may refuse or manage cookies through your browser or the cookie consent tool on the website. Some parts of the Service may not function properly without cookies.

Types of cookies used include:

  • Essential Cookies (site functionality)

  • Analytics Cookies

  • Advertising Cookies

  • Preference Cookies


Use of Data

We use collected data for the following purposes:

  • To process bookings and provide purchased digital content

  • To communicate with users regarding bookings or inquiries

  • To manage user accounts and provide access to purchased content

  • To operate, maintain, and secure the Service

  • To analyze usage and improve the Service

  • To comply with legal obligations

We do not send newsletters or marketing emails.


Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR – Article 6)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing includes:

  • Your consent (Article 6(1)(a))

  • Performance of a contract (Article 6(1)(b))

  • Legitimate interests in operating and improving the Service (Article 6(1)(f))

  • Compliance with legal obligations (Article 6(1)(c))


Retention of Data

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary:

  • To fulfill bookings and provide services

  • To comply with legal and tax obligations

  • To resolve disputes

You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal requirements.


Transfer of Data

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located within the European Union.

Hosting services are provided by Hostinger.

Some third-party providers (such as PayPal, Google, and Meta) may process data outside the EU. In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR.

By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.


Disclosure of Data

We may disclose Personal Data only in the following circumstances:

  • To service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing)

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To protect our rights, property, or safety

  • In case of a business transfer (e.g., sale or merger)

We do not sell or rent Personal Data.


Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party providers:

Analytics & Advertising

  • Google Analytics (Google LLC)

  • Google Ads

  • Meta (Facebook) Ads

These providers may process Usage Data according to their own privacy policies.


Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your Personal Data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.


Do Not Track Signals

The Service does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals.


Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access your Personal Data

  • Request correction

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at the email below.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.


Children’s Privacy

The Service is not specifically directed at children. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from individuals under the age of 18.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes become effective when posted on this page.


Contact Us

Athens Foodie Guide
Omri Nachum
Kononos 32, 11634, Athens, Greece
Email: athensfoodieguide@gmail.com