Data Privacy
Last updated: 26.05.2025
This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our blog.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Email subscriptions: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address
- Comments: If commenting is enabled, we may collect your name, email address, and comment content
- Contact forms: Information you provide when contacting us directly
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent on site, referral sources
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve site functionality
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Deliver newsletter content to subscribers
- Respond to your inquiries and comments
- Improve our website and content
- Analyze site usage and performance
- Comply with legal obligations
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:
- Service providers: We may use trusted third-party services (like email providers) to operate our blog
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Analytics: We may use analytics services that process aggregated, non-personally identifiable data
Third-Party Services
Our blog may use:
- Ghost hosting: Your data is processed according to Ghost's privacy policy
- Email services: For newsletter delivery (Mailgun, ConvertKit, etc.)
- Analytics: Google Analytics or similar services for site statistics
- Comments: Third-party commenting systems if enabled
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data we hold
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your data (subject to legal requirements)
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
- Portability of your data in certain circumstances
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit
- Regular security updates
- Limited access to personal data
- Secure hosting environments
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Comments: As long as the content remains published
- Analytics data: Typically 26 months or as configured
International Transfers
If you're located outside our hosting region, your data may be transferred internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
Children's Privacy
Our blog is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze site traffic
- Improve user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Changes to This Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Notice or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: info@bastian-jaeger.com