Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how ExpatsLatvia.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data of users (“you”, “your”).
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
Website: https://expatslatvia.com
Platform: Expats Latvia
We operate an online platform designed to help expats living in or relocating to Latvia find housing, jobs, services, and practical information.
Contact: hello@expatslatvia.com
3. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
3.1 Account and identity data
- Name
- Email address
- Any information provided during registration
3.2 User-generated content
- Listings (housing, jobs, services)
- Profile information
- Messages (if messaging features are used)
- Comments
3.3 Technical data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Referrer URL
3.4 Usage data
- Pages visited
- Actions performed on the platform
- Interaction with content
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the platform
- To create and manage user accounts
- To publish and display listings
- To provide customer support
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To detect and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell your personal data.
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process personal data based on:
- Contractual necessity — to provide platform services (accounts, listings)
- Legitimate interests — to operate, secure, and improve the platform
- Consent — where required (e.g. optional cookies, analytics)
- Legal obligations — where required by law
6. User Accounts
When you register:
- Your data is stored to maintain your account
- You are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure
- You can request deletion of your account at any time
7. Listings and Public Content
Any information you publish as part of:
- listings
- profiles
- comments
may be publicly visible.
⚠️ You are responsible for the data you choose to share.
Do not include sensitive personal data such as:
- passport details
- financial information
- health data
8. Email Communication
We may send:
- account-related notifications
- listing-related updates
- important platform information
We do not send marketing emails without your consent.
9. Comments
When you leave comments:
- we collect data shown in the comment form
- we collect IP address and browser data
This helps detect spam.
Gravatar may be used for profile images.
Privacy policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/
10. Media
If you upload images:
- avoid including location data (EXIF GPS)
- other users may extract such data
11. Cookies
We use cookies for:
- login sessions
- user preferences
- basic functionality
If analytics are enabled:
- additional cookies may be used for anonymous usage tracking
You can disable cookies via browser settings.
Some features may not function properly without cookies.
12. Embedded Content
Pages may include embedded content (e.g. videos, maps).
These behave as if you visited external websites directly and may:
- collect data
- use cookies
- track interactions
13. Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to operate the platform, including:
- hosting providers (e.g. Hostinger)
- software tools (e.g. WordPress, HivePress)
- external features (e.g. Gravatar)
These services may process data according to their own privacy policies.
14. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on servers provided by our hosting provider.
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure.
15. Data Retention
We retain data as follows:
- account data — while your account is active
- listings — until deleted by you or removed by us
- comments — indefinitely
- technical data — as needed for system operation and security
You may request deletion at any time.
16. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights:
We respond within 30 days.
17. Supervisory Authority
You may file a complaint with:
Datu valsts inspekcija (DVI)
https://www.dvi.gov.lv
info@dvi.gov.lv
18. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy.
Updated versions will be published on this page.
19. Contact
For any questions: