Privacy & GDPR Policy

This Privacy & GDPR Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you interact with this website, subscribe to the newsletter, or contact the website owner.

  • This website is operated by Esther Derksen based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

    For any questions regarding privacy or data protection, you can contact:

    contact@esther-derksen.com or use our webform

  • This website only collects personal data that you voluntarily provide.

    This may include:

    • Your email address (when subscribing to the newsletter)

    • Your name and email address (when contacting via email or contact forms)

    No sensitive personal data is intentionally collected.

  • Personal data is collected and processed for the following purposes:

    • Sending newsletters and updates

    • Responding to inquiries sent via email or contact forms

    • Communicating about services, projects, or permissions when requested

    Your data will not be used for automated decision-making or profiling.

  • Personal data is processed on the basis of:

    • Consent (for newsletter subscriptions)

    • Legitimate interest (for responding to direct contact or inquiries)

    You may withdraw your consent at any time.

  • When you subscribe to the newsletter, your email address is stored solely for the purpose of sending newsletters.

    • You will only receive emails you explicitly subscribed to

    • You can unsubscribe at any time via the unsubscribe link in each newsletter or by contacting contact@esther-derksen.com

    Newsletter data is not shared with third parties beyond the technical service required to send emails (e.g. an email service provider).

  • Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary:

    • Newsletter subscription data is stored until you unsubscribe

    • Email correspondence is retained only as long as needed to respond or for reasonable administrative purposes

  • Your personal data is:

    • not sold

    • not rented

    • not shared with third parties for marketing purposes

    Data may only be shared if legally required or if necessary to operate essential services (such as newsletter delivery platforms).

  • Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

    • access your personal data

    • request correction of inaccurate data

    • request deletion of your data

    • restrict or object to processing

    • withdraw consent at any time

    • request data portability

    Requests can be made via our webform contact

  • Appropriate technical and organizational measures are taken to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

  • This website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality and to improve user experience.

    Squarespace provides a cookie consent banner allowing visitors to manage their preferences. The following categories may be used:

    • Necessary cookies: Required for core site functionality and security. These cookies are always active and cannot be disabled.

    • Performance & analytics cookies: Used to measure website traffic and usage in order to improve performance and content. These cookies are only placed with your consent.

    • Advertising cookies: Used by third parties to display relevant advertisements. These cookies are only placed with your consent.

    You can manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time via the cookie settings on this website.

  • This Privacy & GDPR Policy may be updated from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this website.

  • If you believe your data is not being handled in accordance with GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority in your country of residence.