Privacy Policy
Rachel A. Krug (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://rachelakrug.com/ (the “Website”).By using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information in several ways, including:
a. Personal Information You Provide
- Name
- Email address
- Contact information
- Comments, messages, or inquiries submitted through forms
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Improve Website functionality and user experience
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Send newsletters and updates (if opted-in)
- Prevent fraudulent activities and enhance security
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the type of data and the purpose of collection. We rely on:
- Your consent (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter)
- The need to fulfill a contract (e.g., responding to inquiries)
- Send newsletters and updates (if opted-in)
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests (e.g., improving the Website)
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share it with:
- Service providers assisting in Website operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, email marketing)
- Legal authorities if required by law
- Third parties in case of a business transfer (e.g., sale or merger)
5. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
If you are in the EEA or California, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:
- Right to Access – Request copies of your data.
- Right to Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure (“Right to Be Forgotten”) – Request data deletion.
- Right to Restrict Processing – Limit the processing of your data.
- Right to Data Portability – Obtain a copy of your data in a usable format.
- Right to Object – Object to certain types of data processing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent – Withdraw consent at any time.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
7. Security Measures
We implement security measures to protect your data. However, no method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
10. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our Website from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to servers located in other countries, which may have different data protection laws.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The latest version will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
