1. Introduction
Van Bennekom Consultancy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website www.vanbennekomconsultancy.nl and use our contact form.
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Data We Collect
When you use our contact form, we may collect the following personal data:
- Name (required)
- Email address (required)
- Phone number (optional)
- Message content (required)
We do not collect sensitive personal data.
3. How We Use Your Data
We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries submitted via the contact form.
- To communicate with you regarding our services.
- To improve our website and services based on user feedback.
We do not use your personal data for marketing purposes unless you explicitly consent.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: You provide consent when you submit the contact form.
- Legitimate Interest: We process your data to respond to your inquiries and improve our services.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at info@vanbennekomconsultancy.nl.
5. Data Retention
We store your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected. Contact form submissions will be retained for 7 years before being securely deleted.
6. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties, except:
- If required by law or regulatory authorities.
- If necessary for website hosting, email communication, or security (in which case, third-party providers are GDPR-compliant).
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format.
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interest.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@vanbennekomconsultancy.nl.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These include encryption, secure hosting, and restricted access to personal data.
9. Cookies & Tracking
Our website may use cookies for functionality and analytics. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
📧 Email: info@vanbennekomconsultancy.nl
If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA).