Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Gianluigi Ceglie ("I," "me," or "my") collects, uses, and protects any information you provide when you use my portfolio website, gianluigiceglie.com. My commitment is to respect your privacy and process your data lawfully and transparently.

2. Information I Collect

I only collect information that you voluntarily provide to me via the contact form on this website:

• Identifiers: Your First Name, Last Name, Email Address, and the Topic/Message content.
• Optional Data: Your Phone Number (if you choose to provide it).

3. How I Use Your Information & Legal Basis

The information collected is used exclusively to respond to your inquiries regarding my work or services and to maintain professional communication.

Legal Basis (GDPR): I process your personal data based on your explicit Consent. Your act of checking the mandatory consent box and submitting the form serves as your agreement to this processing for the stated purpose.

4. Sharing Your Information & Third Parties

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. I share your information only with the following essential service provider:

• Form Submission Processor (Formspree): I use Formspree to securely receive and manage the messages sent through my contact form. This service acts as a data processor, transmitting the data to my designated email inbox.
• Analytics/Tracking: I do not use third-party website analytics tools (like Google Analytics).

5. Cookies and Third-Party Links

This website uses cookies for basic functionality. Additionally, this site includes embedded links and widgets for my social media profiles:

• LinkedIn & Instagram: When you interact with or visit pages hosting these links, these social media platforms may set their own tracking cookies on your browser. I have no direct control over the data collected by these third parties. Please refer to the privacy policies of LinkedIn and Instagram for details on their practices.

6. Data Retention

I will store form submissions and correspondence for a maximum period of 1 year after the last communication. This retention period allows me to follow up on potential collaborations and maintain necessary records for quality service, after which the data is securely deleted.

7. Your Data Rights

You have rights regarding your personal data. Depending on your location, these may include the right to:

• Access the personal data I hold about you.
• Request the Correction or Deletion of your personal data.
• Withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the email address provided in the footer.