Introduction
This GDPR Policy explains how Monika Brana Maran (“MBM”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, processes, and protects your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Croatian laws. By using our website (https://monikabranamaran.com/) and purchasing our digital products, you acknowledge and consent to our data practices as outlined below.
1. Data Controller
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Controller: Monika Brana Maran (MBM)
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Contact: info@monikabranamaran.com
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Location: Croatia
2. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
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Identification Data: Name, email address, and other contact details.
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Order & Payment Data: Products purchased, transaction details (handled by our payment processors), delivery confirmations.
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data via cookies and analytics.
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Communications: Messages or inquiries you send us.
3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data only for specific, legal purposes, such as:
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Processing and delivering your orders (performance of contract).
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Managing your user account and customer support (performance of contract).
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Sending important updates or marketing materials (with your consent).
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Compliance with legal obligations under Croatian and EU law.
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Maintaining security and improving our website (legitimate interests).
4. Data Recipients
Your data will only be shared with:
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Service providers who facilitate payment processing, hosting, or support (under contract to protect your data).
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Public authorities, where required for legal compliance.
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No data is sold or transferred to unrelated third parties.
5. International Transfers
If we transfer your data outside the EU, we ensure such transfers are covered by adequate safeguards as required by the GDPR.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as needed for the above purposes, or as legally required (e.g., tax and accounting regulations). When your data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights
Under the GDPR and Croatian law, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data and obtain a copy.
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Request correction or erasure of your data.
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Request restriction or object to certain processing activities.
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Withdraw consent at any time, where processing is based on consent.
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Data portability (transfer your data to another provider).
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Lodge a complaint with the Croatian Personal Data Protection Agency (AZOP).
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@monikabranamaran.com.
8. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access. These include secure servers, encrypted transmission (SSL), and restricted data access.
9. Cookies
We use cookies for essential site functionality and to analyze website usage. More details are available in our Cookie Policy. You may opt out or disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
10. Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach affecting your personal data, we will notify you and the appropriate authorities in accordance with GDPR requirements.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this GDPR Policy as required by law or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this GDPR Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Monika Brana Maran
Email: info@monikabranamaran.com
Website: https://monikabranamaran.com/
Last updated: August 8, 2025