David Nilssen (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you visit https://davidnilssen.com (the “Website”), and your rights under applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other information submitted via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups.
- Correspondence: Information included in messages or emails you send to us.
b. Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, referring/exit pages, and how you interact with the Website.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: See Section 4 for detailed information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to your inquiries or requests.
- Provide and personalize our services.
- Send marketing emails (if you have opted in).
- Improve Website functionality, performance, and user experience.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:
- Consent: For sending marketing communications or using non-essential cookies.
- Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill a request you made (e.g., contacting us).
- Legal Obligation: To comply with laws and regulations.
- Legitimate Interest: For analytics, site optimization, and communication improvements, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights.
4. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and analyze Website traffic.
a. Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: Required for the site to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Marketing Cookies: May be used for remarketing or advertising purposes.
You can manage or block cookies via your browser settings. For more information about Google Analytics, visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
b. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Website, you will be prompted to accept or decline non-essential cookies in accordance with GDPR. Your preferences will be saved for future visits.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Including website hosts, email service providers, and analytics platforms.
- Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
6. Your Rights
a. Under the GDPR (EU/EEA Residents)
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Object to or restrict data processing.
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
b. Under the CCPA (California Residents)
You have the right to:
- Know what personal data is collected, disclosed, or sold.
- Request deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data).
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to exercise your rights under GDPR or CCPA, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Data Controller: David Nilssen
