Privacy | Garrett Widener CBT

Last Updated: 14.02.2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Garrett Widener collects, uses, and protects your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws in the European Union (EU). By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Data Controller

Garrett Widener is the data controller responsible for processing your personal data. If you have any questions, you can contact us at:

Garrett Widener
Koepenicker Landstr. 44 12435, Berlin
Email: gwidener@proton.me
Phone: +4916092810631

2. Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

Identity Data: Name, email address, phone number.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, interactions with content.
Communication Data: Correspondence and inquiries submitted via contact forms or email.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

Consent: When you provide consent for specific processing activities (e.g., newsletter subscription).
Contractual Necessity: When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you.
Legal Obligation: When processing is required to comply with legal obligations.
Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided that such interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our website and services.
To communicate with you and respond to inquiries.
To improve website functionality and user experience.
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
To send marketing communications (if you have opted in).

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share data with:

Service Providers: Hosting providers, analytics services, and customer support tools.
Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

All third-party processors are required to comply with GDPR and ensure the security of your data.

6. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, we ensure it is protected through:

Adequacy decisions by the European Commission.
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
Other appropriate safeguards in accordance with GDPR.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. Once retention is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal exceptions).
Right to Restriction: Request limited processing under certain conditions.
Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another provider.
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at gwidener@proton.me

9. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, so we encourage caution when sharing personal information online.

10. Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and support marketing efforts. Below is how we manage cookies:

10.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help improve website functionality and user experience. They can be temporary (session cookies) or permanent (persistent cookies).

10.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
Performance Cookies: Help analyze website usage and improve performance.
Functional Cookies: Store user preferences to enhance experience.
Targeting Cookies: Used for personalized advertising and tracking.

10.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or our website’s cookie consent tool. You can delete cookies or block them, but some features of our site may not function properly as a result.

10.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, social media plugins) that set their own cookies. We advise reviewing their privacy policies for more details.

For more information on how we use cookies, please contact us at gwidener@proton.me

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. If changes significantly affect your rights, we will notify you via email or website notice.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

Garrett Widener

Koepenicker Landstr. 44 12435, Berlin

Email: gwidener@proton.me

Phone: +4916092810631

Thank you for trusting us with your personal data!