Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 30, 2024

This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website and use our services.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Kevin Salzmann

Email: salkev@gmx.net

Website: www.kevin-salzmann.com

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Email Address: When you submit your email to download PDF resources
  • Communication Data: Any messages you send us through contact forms or email
  • Preferences: Your cookie preferences and communication settings

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, referral sources
  • Device Information: Browser type, device type, operating system
  • IP Address: For security, analytics, and geographic insights
  • Click Data: Affiliate link clicks for performance tracking

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Legal Basis for Processing

  • Consent: Email communications, analytics, marketing cookies
  • Legitimate Interest: Website security, performance optimization, affiliate tracking
  • Contract Performance: Delivering PDF resources you requested

3.2 Purposes of Processing

  • Providing PDF downloads and email delivery
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • Analyzing traffic patterns and content effectiveness
  • Sending relevant business insights and resources (with consent)
  • Tracking affiliate link performance for revenue optimization
  • Preventing fraud and ensuring website security
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

4.1 Third-Party Services

MongoDB Atlas

Database hosting and email storage

Data: Email addresses, submission timestamps

AWS S3

PDF file storage and delivery

Data: Download access logs

Resend

Email delivery service

Data: Email addresses, delivery status

4.2 Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may process your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses and adequacy decisions by the European Commission.

5. Data Retention

  • Email Addresses: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
  • Analytics Data: Aggregated data retained for 2 years maximum
  • Click Tracking: Individual click data retained for 1 year
  • Security Logs: Retained for 90 days for security purposes
  • Contact Communications: Retained for 3 years or until resolution

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:

  • Encryption in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Secure hosting environments
  • Data minimization practices
  • Regular backups and disaster recovery

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

Email: salkev@gmx.net
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Data Protection Inquiries: Include "Privacy Request" in the subject line

8. Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we may also send you an email notification.