PRIVACY POLICY

Protecting our users’ personal data is an important concern. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, www.jessicagrundle.com, and subscribe to our newsletter. By using our website and subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Data We Collect

We collect personal information when you use our website, sign up for our newsletter, or interact with the services provided on our site. The information we collect may include:

• Personal Data: This includes your name, email address, phone number, or any other personal details you provide when contacting us or subscribing to our newsletter.

• Technical Data: We collect technical data from your visit to our site, which may include:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system type

  • The pages you visited on our site and the time you spent on them

  • Referring website URL

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

• To send you newsletters and other communications related to our activities.

• To respond to your inquiries or requests (e.g., if you contact us through a form or email).

• To analyze and improve the performance of our website (through tools like Google Analytics).

• To enhance your experience on our website by customizing content based on your preferences.

• To send you promotional content about services, events, or other activities, if you've opted-in to receive such communications.

We do NOT sell your data.

3. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services to run our website and newsletter. These include:

• Google Sites: Our website is built using Google Sites. Google may collect data through cookies, such as your IP address, device information, and site usage. Please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy for more information on how Google collects and processes your data.

• Mailchimp: We use Mailchimp to send newsletters and communications to our subscribers. When you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address and any other information you provide are stored and processed by Mailchimp. Mailchimp uses this data to deliver our newsletters and track engagement (e.g. open rates, click-through rates). For more information, please refer to Mailchimp’s Privacy Policy.

• Google Calendar: We use Google Calendar to provide the schedule/calendar feature on our website. Google may collect and process data about your interactions with the calendar, such as event views, clicks, or other related activities. For more information on how Google collects and processes your data, please refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.

• Snapwidget: We use Snapwidget to display an Instagram feed on our website. Snapwidget may collect data related to your interactions with the widget, including your IP address, browser type, and device information. Snapwidget may also use cookies or similar technologies to analyze interactions with the widget. For more information on how Snapwidget collects and processes your data, please refer to Snapwidget’s Privacy Policy.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. We use cookies to:

• Analyze site traffic (via Google Analytics).

• Customize content based on your preferences.

• Monitor the performance of our website.

• Track your interactions with the schedule/calendar powered by Google Calendar, such as event views, clicks, or other related activities.

• Track interactions with the Instagram feed powered by Snapwidget, which may include usage data such as clicks and engagement with the feed.

You can control cookie settings through your browser or by using opt-out tools like the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.

5. Unsubscribe from the Newsletter

If you no longer wish to receive our newsletters or other email communications, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send.

6. How We Protect Your Data

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no online data transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal data.

7. Your Rights

Under data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data when it's no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

• Right to Restriction of Processing: You can ask us to restrict how we process your personal data in certain circumstances.

• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data if it’s based on our legitimate interests.

8. Data Retention

We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. For example:

• Newsletter Data: Your email address will be stored until you unsubscribe.

• Technical Data: Data collected by Google Analytics and other tools will be retained for as long as necessary to improve the website experience, but not longer than 35 days, unless required by law.

• Google Calendar Data: If Google Calendar collects any data related to your interaction with the calendar (e.g. event views or clicks), this data will be retained in accordance with Google’s privacy policies.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
Any contributions, donations, or interactions made through these external websites are subject to their terms and privacy policies. We do not collect or handle donations directly through our website.

10. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred to third-party service providers outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data. These safeguards may include the use of the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework or Standard Contractual Clauses.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, we will notify you by email. Please check this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Last Modified: 19/04/25