Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
At A Greek Oddity, your privacy is taken seriously. This policy explains what personal data is collected, how it is used, and your rights in relation to that data.
Who we are
This website is operated by A Greek Oddity, a travel blog sharing personal experiences and resources related to travel in Greece.
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact:
stephanie@agreekoddity.com
What data we collect
Depending on how you use this website, we may collect:
- Personal information such as your name and email address (for example, if you contact us or sign up for updates)
- Purchase information if you buy a product such as the travel toolkit (handled securely via Stripe)
- Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and general location (via analytics tools)
- Cookies and tracking data to improve your browsing experience
How your data is used
Your data may be used to:
- Respond to enquiries or messages
- Provide access to purchased products (such as the travel toolkit)
- Verify purchases and restore access if needed
- Improve website performance and content
- Send occasional emails if you have opted in
We do not sell or share your personal data for marketing purposes.
Lawful basis for processing
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent – when you subscribe to emails or opt in to communications
- Contract – when you purchase a product and we need to provide access
- Legitimate interests – to improve our website, understand how it is used, and ensure it functions properly
Payments and purchases (Stripe)
If you purchase a product, your payment is processed securely by Stripe. We do not store your payment details.
We may receive limited information from Stripe, such as:
- Your name
- Email address
- Transaction details
This information is used solely to:
- Confirm your purchase
- Provide access to your product
- Reissue access if required
Email addresses and access to the travel toolkit
If you purchase the travel toolkit, your email address may be used to:
- Grant access to the product
- Verify your purchase
- Restore access if you lose it or change devices
Your email will not be added to a mailing list unless you have explicitly opted in.
Cookies
This website uses cookies to:
- Ensure the site functions correctly
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Improve performance and user experience
Where cookies are used for analytics, they are used in a privacy-friendly way to help us understand how the website is used.
You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie banner or your browser settings.
Third-party services
We may use trusted third-party services, including:
- Stripe (for payments)
- Analytics tools such as Google Analytics
- Embedded content such as maps or videos
These services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Some of these providers may process data outside the UK. Where this happens, appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
How your data is stored
Your data is stored securely and only kept for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Meet legal or accounting requirements
- Resolve disputes or enforce agreements
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
If you have a concern about how your data is used, please contact us in the first instance so we can resolve the issue.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK’s data protection authority, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact:
stephanie@agreekoddity.com
Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
Contact
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how your data is handled, please contact: