Effective Date: 16.04.2025
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit mariabader.com. We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ePrivacy Directive, and relevant laws in the US, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Belarus.
1. Who We Are
The data controller is:
Maria Bader
Email: info@mariabader.com
Website: https://mariabader.com
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:
- Email address and name (when you sign up for the newsletter or contact us)
- IP address, browser type, location, referring URLs (via Google Analytics)
- Site usage data (via Google Analytics and Independent Analytics)
- Cookie identifiers (see Cookie Policy)
- Any personal data you voluntarily submit via contact forms or surveys
We do not collect special category or sensitive personal data.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data:
- Directly when you fill out a form, leave a comment, or subscribe
- Automatically via cookies, analytics tools, and third-party services
4. Legal Bases for Processing
Under GDPR, our lawful bases include:
- Consent: for email subscriptions, cookies, or analytics
- Legitimate interests: to improve our website and services
- Legal obligation: if required by authorities
You may withdraw consent at any time by emailing us or using unsubscribe links.
5. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Send email newsletters and updates (via Mailchimp)
- Monitor site performance and improve user experience (via Google Analytics, Independent Analytics)
- Respond to messages and inquiries
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
6. Third-Party Data Processors
We share data with trusted third parties under strict confidentiality:
- Mailchimp: email service provider (privacy: https://mailchimp.com/legal/)
- Google Analytics: website performance tracking (privacy: https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Independent Analytics: local analytics plugin for WordPress (does not store personal data)
7. Data Transfers
Our processors (Mailchimp and Google) may transfer data outside the EEA, particularly to the United States. We ensure these transfers are protected by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and comply with GDPR.
8. Data Retention
We retain data for:
- Newsletter: until you unsubscribe
- Analytics: anonymized and retained per tool’s default settings
- Comments or messages: for as long as necessary for the original purpose
You may request deletion at any time.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Rectify incorrect data
- Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Port your data
- Lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority
To exercise any rights, contact us at info@mariabader.com.
10. Data Security
We use SSL encryption, secure hosting, and industry-standard practices to protect your data. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
11. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy. The most recent version will always be posted on this page.
13. Contact
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact:
Maria Bader
Email: info@mariabader.com
Website: https://mariabader.com