Effective date: August 3, 2025
Introduction
At Youssef Afech’s Blog (the “Blog”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy describes what information we collect when you visit or interact with the Blog, how we use and safeguard that information, and the choices and rights available to you. The Blog is operated from Aalborg, Denmark. By using the Blog, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
- Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your name, email address and any other details you supply when you submit a contact form, leave a comment or subscribe to updates. We also collect certain information automatically through standard web technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs and other technical data. Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, analyse traffic and improve our services. Cookies are small text files stored on your device; you can control them via your browser settings.
- How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to operate, maintain and improve the Blog; respond to your enquiries; send you updates if you have opted in; and understand how visitors use our content. We may also use data to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights. We do not sell or rent your personal information.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Blog uses first- and third-party cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyse site traffic, personalise content and measure the effectiveness of our content. For example, we use analytics services to understand how visitors navigate the site. Our cookie banner gives you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also disable cookies through your browser settings.
- Third-Party Sharing
We may share your data with third-party service providers that help us run the Blog, such as web-hosting providers, analytics services, email delivery services and advertising networks. We only share the data necessary for these providers to perform their services, and they must protect your information. Our privacy policy may include links to third-party privacy policies for more information. We do not authorize these providers to use or disclose your information except as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
- Data Storage and Security
We store information on secure servers and take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse or unauthorised access. For example, we restrict access to personal data to individuals who need the information to provide services and use security tools like encryption and. We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy or to comply with legal requirements. After that, we securely delete or anonymise the information.
- Your Rights
Under privacy laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you may have the right to access, correct, delete or object to our use of your personal data. You also have the right to withdraw consent for marketing at any time and to file a complaint with your local data-protection authority. To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.
- International Transfers
Our service providers may be located in countries outside your own. If your personal data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or other legal mechanisms, to protect your data.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will post the revised policy on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information
- Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data-protection rights, please contact us through the Contact page of the Blog or by emailing us at info@youssefafech.dk. We will respond to your request in a reasonable timeframe.