Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

The protection of your personal data is very important to me. This Privacy Policy explains which personal data are processed when you visit the website www.cgfernandes.com and for what purposes.

1. Data Controller

The controller responsible for the processing of personal data within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:

Claudia Aschinger
www.cgfernandes.com
Email: see Legal Notice

2. Definition of Personal Data

Personal data are any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, such as name, email address, or IP address.

3. Website Hosting (Squarespace)

This website is hosted via Squarespace. The provider is Squarespace, Inc., 225 Varick Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10014, USA.

When you access the website, Squarespace automatically processes the following data:

  • IP address

  • date and time of access

  • pages visited

  • browser and device information

These data are required to ensure the technical operation, security, and stability of the website.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in the secure and reliable operation of the website).

Data may be processed in the United States. The transfer is based on appropriate safeguards pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR, in particular standard contractual clauses.

More information: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy

4. Cookies and Consent Management

This website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device and enable certain website functions.

When you first visit this website, a cookie banner is displayed, allowing you to choose which categories of cookies you consent to. Your selection is stored and can be changed or withdrawn at any time via the cookie settings.

The following types of cookies may be used:

  • Technically necessary cookies: These are required to ensure the proper operation and security of the website.

  • Optional cookies: These are used only if you have given your explicit consent.

Legal basis:

  • Section 25 (2) TTDSG for technically necessary cookies

  • Section 25 (1) TTDSG in conjunction with Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR for cookies requiring consent.

5. Contact by Email

If you contact me by email, the personal data you provide (such as name, email address, and message content) will be processed solely for the purpose of responding to your inquiry.

Legal basis:

  • Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures), or

  • Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in responding to inquiries).

The data will be deleted once they are no longer necessary for the purpose of processing.

6. Social Media (Meta – Facebook & Instagram)

This website may embed content from the social networks Facebook and Instagram. The provider is Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd., 4 Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2, Ireland.

When you visit pages containing embedded content, personal data (such as IP address and device information) may be transmitted to Meta. If you are logged into Facebook or Instagram, your visit may be associated with your user account.

I have no influence over the scope or nature of data processing carried out by Meta.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in an attractive presentation of content).

More information:

7. YouTube (Future Use)

This website may in the future embed videos from YouTube, operated by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.

When a YouTube video is played, data are transmitted to YouTube. If you are logged into your Google account, your browsing behavior may be associated with your personal profile.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

More information: https://policies.google.com/privacy

8. Affiliate Links

This website uses affiliate links. When you click on such a link, the respective provider may set cookies to track the origin of the purchase.

If you make a purchase via an affiliate link, I may receive a commission. There is no additional cost for you.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate economic interest).

Information on data protection by the respective providers can be found on their websites.

9. Newsletter

This website offers a newsletter. When you subscribe to the newsletter, the personal data you provide (typically your email address and, if applicable, your name) are processed for the purpose of sending the newsletter.

Subscription is based exclusively on your explicit consent. As a rule, a double opt-in procedure is used, whereby your subscription is confirmed via a verification email.

Your data are used solely for the distribution of the newsletter and are not disclosed to unauthorized third parties.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR (consent).

You may withdraw your consent at any time, for example via the unsubscribe link included in each newsletter. After unsubscribing, your data will be deleted from the mailing list.

10. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

  • right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)

  • right to withdraw consent at any time

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated when necessary, in particular in the event of legal changes or functional extensions of the website.

The most current version is always available at www.cgfernandes.com