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Welcome to F1Race.com — your go-to destination for everything Formula 1. While we’re passionate about every corner and straight on the track, we’re equally committed to protecting your privacy and giving you a safe and transparent experience while using our website.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy, feel free to contact us at [email protected].

Website Ownership
This website (F1Race.com) is operated by the F1Race team. Our goal is to deliver high-quality news, analysis, and exclusive insights into the world of international Formula 1 racing — while safeguarding the data you trust us with.

Legal Basis
We collect and process personal data in full compliance with the applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679). Our approach is transparent, limited to what’s necessary, and always respectful of your privacy rights.

Our Privacy Principles
We follow key principles in our handling of personal data:
Lawfulness & transparency
Purpose limitation
Data minimization
Accuracy
Storage limitation
Integrity and confidentiality
Accountability

Why We Collect Personal Data
We use your data for purposes such as:
Analyzing user behavior to improve site features and content
Customizing content (e.g. news and ads) based on your preferences
Sending newsletters or updates you’ve subscribed to
Notifying you of key F1 events and breaking news (only if opted-in)

Types of Data We May Collect
Depending on how you interact with the site, we may collect:
IP address and email address (e.g., through newsletter signup or comment forms)
Optional data submitted via polls or contact forms
Logging & Tracking

Like most websites, we use cookies and logging technologies to:

Monitor site performance and detect technical issues
Prevent abuse and maintain security
Improve site usability and tailor content
Measure traffic and user engagement

Read more in our Cookie Policy.

Children’s PrivacyF1Race.com is not intended for individuals under the age of 14. If you are under this age, please do not submit any personal information through the site.

Consent & Legitimate Interest
We may ask for your consent before processing personal data (e.g., for marketing). Where we rely on legitimate interest, we ensure it does not override your privacy rights. You can withdraw your consent at any time.

Third-Party Data Sharing
We may share your data with:
Regulatory or legal authorities, when required by law
Trusted service providers, such as analytics platforms or newsletter tools
We use services like Google Analytics, Meta (Facebook), and others that may process anonymized usage data

Data Protection Measures
We apply strong technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information — including encryption and secure data handling systems.

Data Retention
Data is stored only as long as necessary:
Website logs may be retained for up to 6 months
Cookies remain active based on the duration set at the time of collection

Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request corrections or deletion
Limit or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

Complaints
If you believe your data rights have been violated, you can contact us directly at [email protected], or file a complaint with the relevant Data Protection Authority in your country.

Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated clearly on this page.

At F1Race.com, we’re not just here to bring you the latest from the world of motorsport — we’re here to make sure your privacy is respected every step of the way. 

Thanks for being part of the race!