Privacy Policy

The Virtual Memories website/application (a project of the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network in Bosnia and Herzegovina – BIRN BiH) is dedicated to protecting users’ privacy and processes personal data exclusively in accordance with the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable laws of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Data Collection

Only necessary data are collected — most often technical data (IP address, cookies).

Data Processing and Storage

Collected data are used only for the specified purposes, with limitation to the minimum necessary data and a limited storage period (data are deleted as soon as the purpose ceases or consent is withdrawn).
All data are protected by technical measures against unauthorized access, misuse, or loss.

Principles of Data Processing

Only necessary data are collected (IP address, cookie identifiers).
Users are clearly informed about the purpose of data collection and the possibilities of use, and data are processed exclusively with consent or on a legal basis.
Data are stored for the shortest possible time, regularly updated, and deleted once the purpose of processing ends or consent is withdrawn, except where the law requires retention.

User Protection and Rights

Detektor.ba guarantees all users the right to:

  • Access and be informed about what data the site collects and processes,
  • Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data,
  • Deletion of data ("right to be forgotten") when data are no longer necessary or the user withdraws consent, except where the law requires retention,
  • Restriction of processing and the right to object to data processing.

To exercise these rights, users may contact the organization via the contact form or email provided on the website.

Sharing and Security

Data are not shared with third parties without the user’s explicit consent, except in cases prescribed by law.
The Association is obliged to report any data breach to the competent authorities and users, as required by the GDPR.

Use of Cookies

The site uses cookies for functionality and traffic analysis, with transparent user notification and the option to manage settings.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

The privacy policy may be updated periodically to align with legal or regulatory changes; users will be informed in a timely manner on the website.

These principles cover all key obligations and rights in accordance with the GDPR, along with local laws that protect the privacy of citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The privacy policy of the Virtual Memories website/application is based on respect for user rights, lawful processing, transparency, and compliance with GDPR rules, as well as relevant laws of Bosnia and Herzegovina.