Privacy Policy
Introduction
The operator of frederikgpferdt.com (“Website”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this policy. This policy describes the types of information we may collect from you or that you may provide when you visit the Website and our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information.
This policy constitutes a legally binding agreement between you (“User”, “you”, or “your”) and the website operator (“Operator”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). You represent that you have the authority to bind any entity on whose behalf you enter into this agreement. By accessing and using the Website and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this policy.
This policy does not apply to the practices of companies that we do not own or control, or to individuals that we do not employ or manage.
Automatic Information Collection
When you open the Website, our servers automatically record information that your browser sends. This data may include:
- Device IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system information
- Language preferences
- Previously visited webpages
- Pages visited on the Website
- Time spent on pages
- Search queries
- Access times and dates
- Other usage statistics
This automatically collected data is used to identify potential abuse cases and establish usage statistics. It is not aggregated in a way that would identify any specific user.
Personal Information Collection
You can access the Website without providing personal identification. However, certain features may require you to provide personal information through forms or purchases, including:
- Contact information (email address, phone number)
- Basic personal information (name, country of residence)
You may decline to provide personal information, but this may limit your access to certain features. If you are uncertain about what information is required, please contact us.
Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect any Personal Information from children under the age of 13. If you are under 13, please do not submit any personal information through the Website. Parents and guardians who discover that their child has submitted personal information should contact us to request deletion. We encourage parents to monitor their children's internet usage.
Use and Processing of Collected Information
Data Controller/Processor Roles: We act as both a data controller and a data processor under GDPR terms, unless a separate data processing agreement designates you as the data controller. Our role varies based on the specific situation and context of your interaction with us.
Collected information is used for the following purposes:
- Product and service delivery
- Product and service improvement
- Marketing and promotional communications
- Product and service updates
- Inquiry responses and customer support
- User feedback requests
- User experience improvement
- Customer testimonial posting
- Targeted advertising
- Website and Services operation
Legal Basis for Processing
Processing of your information depends on your interaction with us, your location, and applicable circumstances. We process your information based on one or more of the following legal bases:
- Your consent (where applicable)
- Performance of agreements or pre-contractual obligations
- Legal compliance requirements
- Public interest tasks or exercise of official authority
- Legitimate interests of the operator or third parties
Note: Under some legislations we may be allowed to process information until you object to such processing, without having to rely on consent or any other legal basis.
Payment Processing
Services requiring payment may need credit card or payment account information, processed solely for payment purposes. Third-party Payment Processors adhering to PCI Security Standards Council standards handle processing securely over SSL-encrypted channels. Payment Processors may collect some Personal Information from you. Their privacy policies govern their information use and may differ from this policy. We encourage you to review those policies separately.
Information Disclosure
We may share information with Service Providers who assist us in operating the Website and Services, including:
- Advertising networks
- Data analytics services
- Data storage services
- Payment processors
- Sales and marketing services
- Social networks
- Website hosting providers
Service Providers cannot authorize themselves to use disclosed information for personal marketing purposes. Information disclosure also occurs when legally required (subpoenas, legal process) or when disclosure protects rights, safety, or supports fraud investigation.
Data Retention
We will retain and use your Personal Information for the period necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Aggregated data may be retained and used following deletion, but not in a personally identifying way. After the retention period expires, personal information is deleted, rendering access, erasure, rectification, and portability rights unenforceable.
International Data Transfer
Data transfers outside the European Union occur only with your explicit consent or under GDPR provisions serving your interests. You may inquire about the legal basis for transfer and the security measures we take by contacting us using the information provided below.
Data Protection Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area, you possess the following data protection rights:
- (i) Consent Withdrawal: If you previously consented to personal information processing, you may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing performed prior to withdrawal.
- (ii) Data Access and Disclosure: You have the right to learn if your personal information is being processed, obtain disclosures about processing, and receive copies of the information being processed.
- (iii) Accuracy and Correction: You may verify the accuracy of your information, request updates or corrections, and request completion of incomplete information.
- (iv) Processing Objection: You may object to processing carried out on legal bases other than consent. Direct marketing processing can be opposed without justification. Processing based on public interest, official authority, or legitimate interests allows objection with situation-specific justification.
- (v) Processing Restrictions: You may restrict processing under specific circumstances: contested accuracy requiring verification, unlawful processing where erasure is opposed, unnecessary information retained for legal claims, or pending legitimate grounds verification. Restricted information is marked and processed only with consent, for legal claim purposes, or important public interest protection.
- (vi) Erasure Rights: You may obtain erasure under circumstances including: unnecessary information relative to collection purposes, withdrawn consent, processing objection under applicable law, direct marketing processing, or unlawful processing. Exclusions exist where processing is necessary for expression/information rights, legal obligation compliance, or legal claim establishment.
- (vii) Data Portability: You may receive your provided personal information in structured, commonly-used, machine-readable formats and, if technically feasible, have it transmitted to another controller without hindrance, provided transmission does not adversely affect the rights and freedoms of others.
- (viii) Data Protection Authority Complaints: If you are not satisfied with our response to your complaint, you may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
The California Consumer Privacy Act affords additional rights to California residents. Beyond the rights described in this policy, California residents may request annual information about collected and disclosed personal information categories and specific pieces. California residents have the right to request deletion of their Personal Information. Residents may opt out of personal information sales, disclosures, or transfers to other businesses for consideration. Exercising CCPA rights will not result in discrimination.
Exercising Your Rights
Right exercise requests should be directed to us using the contact details provided below. We may request identity verification before responding to your request. Requests must provide sufficient information for us to verify that you are the person whose data was collected, or an authorized representative. Authorized representatives must provide evidence of power of attorney or written authority. We cannot respond to requests without first verifying your identity/authority and confirming the personal information relates to you.
Data Analytics
Our Website and Services may use third-party analytics tools that use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to collect standard internet activity and usage information. The gathered information is used to compile statistical reports on user visit frequency, page visits, and duration. These analytics tools help us monitor Website and Services performance and improvement. We do not use third-party analytics tools to track personally identifiable user information or associate statistical reports with individual users.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers incorporate “Do Not Track” features that signal to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Tracking differs from information use/collection connected to websites. Tracking refers to personally identifiable information collection from consumers as they move across different websites over time. Do Not Track signal communication across browsers is not uniform. The Website and Services are not yet configured to interpret or respond to Do Not Track signals. However, we limit personal information use and collection as described throughout this policy.
Advertisements
We may permit certain third-party companies to tailor advertising believed to interest you and to collect data about your activity. These companies may deliver ads that place cookies and track your behavior.
Email Marketing
We offer electronic newsletters for voluntary subscription. Your email address remains confidential and is not disclosed to third parties except as described in the information use and processing sections of this policy, or for the utilization of third-party email service providers. Email information is maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act, all emails sent from us will clearly state who the email is from and provide clear contact information. You may cease receipt of newsletter and marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions or by contacting us. Essential transactional emails will continue regardless.
Affiliate Links
We engage in affiliate marketing, which means affiliate links are present on the Website enabling us to offer related or additional products and services. Clicking affiliate links places tracking cookies on your browser to track sales for commission purposes.
Links to Other Resources
The Website and Services contain links to other resources that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such resources or third parties. We encourage you to be aware when you leave the Website and Services and to read the privacy statements of each resource that may collect your personal information.
Information Security
We secure information you provide on computer servers in a controlled, secure environment, protected against unauthorized access, use, modification, and disclosure. We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. However, no data transmission over the Internet or wireless network can be guaranteed.
While we strive to protect your information, you acknowledge that: (a) there are security and privacy limitations of the Internet beyond our control; (b) the security, integrity, and privacy of any and all information exchanged between you and the Website cannot be guaranteed; and (c) any such information and data may be viewed or tampered with in transit despite best efforts. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your devices and credentials.
Data Breach
In the event that we become aware that the security of the Website has been compromised or users' Personal Information has been disclosed to unrelated third parties as a result of external activity, including but not limited to security attacks or fraud, we reserve the right to take reasonably appropriate measures, including but not limited to investigation, reporting, and cooperation with law enforcement. In the event of a data breach, we will make reasonable efforts to notify affected individuals if we believe that there is a reasonable risk of harm or if notice is otherwise required by law. We will send notification via email.
Changes and Amendments
We reserve the right to modify this Policy or its terms related to the Website and Services at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the bottom of this page. We may also provide notice through other means available to us, such as the contact information you have provided. An updated version of this Policy will be effective immediately upon posting unless otherwise specified. Your continued use of the Website and Services after any changes shall constitute your consent to such changes. However, we will not use your Personal Information in a manner materially different from what was stated at the time it was collected without your consent.
Acceptance of This Policy
You acknowledge that you have read this Policy and agree to all its terms and conditions. By accessing and using the Website and Services, and by submitting your information, you agree to be bound by this Policy. If you do not agree to abide by the terms of this Policy, you are not authorized to access or use the Website and Services.
Contact
If you have any questions about the information we hold about you, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us via email at: [email protected]
We will attempt to resolve complaints and disputes and make every reasonable effort to honor your wish to exercise your rights as quickly as possible and in any event within the timeframes provided by applicable data protection laws.
Cookie Policy
Web Beacons and Tracking Pixels
Our emails may contain a “web beacon” (or “tracking pixel”) to tell us whether our emails are opened and verify any clicks on links or advertisements within the email. This information helps us determine which of our emails are more interesting to you, and whether users who do not open our emails wish to continue receiving them. The pixel will be deleted when you delete the email. If you do not wish the pixel to be downloaded to your device, you should read the email in plain text view or with images disabled.
Social Media Features
Our Website and Services may include social media features, such as Facebook, Twitter buttons, Share This buttons, and similar features (collectively, “Social Media Features”). These features may collect your IP address, which pages you are visiting, and may set a cookie to enable the feature to function properly. Social Media Features may be hosted by their respective providers or directly on the Website and Services. Your interactions with these features are governed by the respective provider's privacy policies.