Last updated: 27/08/2025
Who We Are
Black Leaf Ltd (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates https://blackleaf.mt.
Our registered office: Office 1, Onsite Buildings, Valley Road, B’kara
Email: [email protected]
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:
- Comments: When visitors leave comments, we collect the information shown in the comments form, plus IP address and browser user agent for spam detection.
- Media uploads: Avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors may extract this.
- Cookies & tracking: Cookies are used to improve your experience, save login info, and support analytics. Non-essential cookies require your consent.
- Embedded content: Content from other sites (e.g., videos, images) may collect data about you.
How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To manage comments and user accounts.
- To provide and improve our website and services.
- To comply with legal obligations.
- With your consent, for analytics, marketing, and advertising purposes.
Lawful basis: consent, legitimate interests, or contractual necessity.
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember login details and preferences.
- Analyze site traffic (with your consent).
- Support embedded content and third-party services.
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie banner.
Who We Share Your Data With
We may share data with:
- Service providers: e.g., hosting, analytics, spam detection.
- Embedded content providers: e.g., videos or social media plugins.
- Legal authorities: if required by law.
Data may be transferred outside the EU. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place.
Data Retention
- Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely to recognize follow-up comments.
- User accounts store the personal data you provide. You can edit or delete this data at any time.
- Some data may be retained longer if legally required.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, export, or delete your personal data.
- Withdraw consent for processing where applicable.
- Object to processing or restrict its use.
- File a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us to delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The latest version will always be available on this page.