Who we are
Studio Vandael operates studiovandael.be (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our portfolio website.
Data controller
Studio Vandael
vandaelememaarten238@gmail.com
Location: Belgium
What data we collect
As a portfolio website, we collect minimal personal data:
When you use our contact form, we collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Any information you choose to include in your message
When you visit our website, our hosting provider may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Date and time of visit
Cookies
Our website may use essential cookies to ensure proper functionality. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.
How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data only for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries submitted through our contact form
- To maintain and improve our website’s functionality
- To comply with legal obligations
Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Consent: When you submit the contact form, you consent to us processing your data to respond to your inquiry
- Legitimate interests: We have a legitimate interest in maintaining our website and preventing abuse
How long we retain your data
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
- Contact form submissions: Deleted after 12 months unless you request earlier deletion
- Server logs: Retained according to our hosting provider’s policy (typically 30-90 days)
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties, except:
- Hosting provider: Our website is hosted by Hostinger, which may process data on our behalf
- Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
Your Rights Under GDPR
As an individual in the EU/EEA, you have the following rights:
- Right to access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to restrict processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
- Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to object: Object to our processing of your data
- Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw your consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at vandaelememaarten238@gmail.com.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: