Privacy policy
I am René van der Velden, based in the Netherlands. Through this website I present my work and offer visitors the possibility to get in touch with me.
When you visit this website, contact me, or make use of the available functionalities, personal data may be processed. In this privacy statement I explain which data is processed, for what purpose, and how your privacy is protected.
If you have any questions regarding this statement, please feel free to contact me via the contact details provided on this website.
1. Introduction
René van der Velden respects the privacy of all visitors and users of this website and acts in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Personal data is handled with care and treated confidentially.
2. Which data is collected and why?
Depending on how you use the website, the following personal data may be processed.
A. Contact and communication
When you contact me via the contact form or by email, I may process the following data:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number (if provided)
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The content of your message
This data is used exclusively to respond to your inquiry or to contact you in relation to your message or request.
B. Website usage (technical and statistical data)
When you visit this website, certain technical data may be collected automatically, such as:
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IP address (anonymised where possible)
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Device type and browser
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Pages visited
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Date and duration of the visit
This information is used to ensure the proper functioning of the website, gain insight into how the website is used, and improve its content and performance.
3. Legal basis for processing
Personal data is processed on the basis of the following legal grounds under the GDPR:
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Consent, for example when you contact me or accept cookies
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Legitimate interest, such as maintaining, securing, and improving the website
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Performance of a contract, if contact results in a collaboration or assignment
4. Security
Appropriate technical and organisational measures are taken to protect personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. These measures include:
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Secure SSL connections (HTTPS)
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Restricted access to systems and email inboxes
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Regular updates of the website and hosting environment
5. Data retention
Personal data is not retained longer than necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
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Contact details are stored only as long as required to handle communication
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Email correspondence is periodically reviewed and deleted where no longer needed
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Analytics data is anonymised and retained in accordance with the settings of the analytics tools used
6. Sharing data with third parties
Personal data is not sold to third parties. Data is shared only when this is necessary for the operation of the website or to comply with legal obligations.
Possible third parties include:
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Hosting providers, for website availability
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Analytics services (such as Google Analytics), for insight into website usage
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Email services, for receiving and responding to messages
Where required, data processing agreements are concluded with these parties.
7. Your rights
You have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Have your data corrected or deleted
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Withdraw your consent at any time
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Object to the processing of your data
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Request data portability
You can submit a request by contacting me via the contact details on this website. I will respond within four weeks at the latest.
8. Cookies
This website uses cookies.
Functional cookies
These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the website and cannot be disabled.
Analytical cookies
Analytical cookies are used to gain insight into how visitors use the website. These cookies collect data in an anonymised manner and do not directly identify individuals.
Marketing or tracking cookies
If applicable, these cookies are only placed after your explicit consent.
When you visit the website for the first time, you are informed about the use of cookies and given the option to manage your preferences.
9. Changes
This privacy statement may be updated if legislation or the website changes. The most recent version will always be available on this page. It is recommended to review this statement periodically.