■ PRIVACY POLICY ■

1. General Information

Protecting your personal data is important to us. This privacy policy explains how we collect, process, and use personal data when you visit our website. All data processing activities comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Data Collection and Processing

We collect and process personal data only when necessary for operating and improving our website. This may include:

  • Contact information (e.g., name, email) when you reach out to us

  • Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, device information) for analytics and security purposes

  • SEO and marketing data (e.g., page visits, interaction rates) to optimize user experience

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:

  • Responding to inquiries

  • Improving our website and services

  • Ensuring security and preventing misuse

  • Optimizing content for search engines (SEO)

  • Using analytics tools to enhance performance

  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Google Analytics & Cookies

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Inc. Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze website usage. The data collected (including IP addresses) is usually transmitted to a Google server and stored there. However, IP anonymization is activated, meaning IP addresses are shortened before storage.

Users can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data by adjusting their browser settings or installing a browser add-on: Google Opt-Out.

Additionally, we may use SEO tools and tracking technologies to improve visibility on search engines and analyze user interactions.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. Data may only be shared with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements

  • Authorities, if required by law

6. Data Security & Retention

Your data is stored securely and protected against unauthorized access. We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for its intended purpose or as legally required.

7. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your stored data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions about data protection, please contact us:

deepdivepictures@gmail.com