GDPR Compliance Statement

Effective Date: April 9, 2026

At merkseo.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users' personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

For the purposes of the GDPR, the Data Controller is the owner of merkseo.com. You can reach our support team at support@merkseo.com.

2. Personal Data We Process

We may process the following data:

• Contact Information: Name and email address provided via contact forms.

• Technical Data: IP address, cookies, and usage data collected via analytics tools.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you explicitly subscribe to our newsletter or contact us.

• Legitimate Interests: To improve our SEO services and maintain website security.

4. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.

• Erasure: Request that we delete your data ("Right to be Forgotten").

• Portability: Request a transfer of your data to another service provider.

• Object: Object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.

6. Contact & Complaints

If you have questions about your data or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

• Email: support@merkseo.com

European residents also have the right to lodge a complaint with a Data Protection Authority if they believe their data is being handled improperly.