Privacy Policy
1. Responsible Party
Soulful Views
by
Julien Anet
Waldeggstrasse 41
CH-8405 Winterthur
Email:
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, processed, and used on this website, in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Data Collection and Purpose of Processing
I collect and process personal data only when necessary. Below is an overview of the types of data collected:
- Automatically Collected Data:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Date and time of access
- Referrer URL
This data is collected for website operation, security, and analytics purposes.
- Voluntary Data:
When you fill out a contact form or email me, I collect:- Your name
- Your email address
- Any additional information you provide
This data is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website uses cookies to enhance functionality and analyze traffic.
- Types of Cookies:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function.
- Analytics cookies: Used to analyze user behavior (e.g., via Google Analytics or similar tools).
- Consent:
Upon your first visit, you will be prompted to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can manage your preferences at any time through your browser settings or the cookie banner.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
The legal bases for processing your data are:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent (e.g., by submitting a contact form).
- Legitimate Interests: For improving website functionality and ensuring security.
- Contractual Obligations: If you purchase a product or request a service.
5. Third-Party Services
I may use third-party services to enhance the website, such as:
- Google Analytics (or similar): For website analytics.
Data processed: IP address, browsing behavior.
Google’s Privacy Policy: Click here
These third parties are bound by their own privacy policies.
6. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the stated purposes or as required by law.
- Contact inquiries: Stored for up to 6 months.
- Analytics data: Retained as per the third-party provider’s policies.
7. Data Sharing
Your data will not be shared with third parties unless:
- It is necessary to fulfill a contractual obligation
- It is required by law
8. Your Rights (Under GDPR and FADP)
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your data.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Restriction: Limit the processing of your data.
- Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact:
9. AI and Copyright Protection
The images and content on this website are protected by copyright.
Prohibition of AI Training: The use of my photos for training artificial intelligence (AI) models or similar purposes is strictly prohibited without explicit written consent.
10. Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or our data processing practices. The most recent version will always be available on this page.