Last Updated: April 09, 2025

I, Lea Heiligtag, am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. I am based in Canada, and this website is a personal platform designed and managed by me to share information about myself and my work. The site is hosted on a server in Germany through a third-party hosting provider.

What Data Do I Collect?
When you contact me via email, I may collect:

• Your name (if provided)
• Your email address (if provided)

No cookies, analytics tools, or automated tracking are currently used on this site. The hosting provider may collect technical data (e.g., IP addresses) as part of standard server operations—see their privacy policy for details [insert provider name/link if available].

How Is Your Data Used?
Your data is processed solely to:

• Communicate with you
• Respond to your inquiries

The legal basis for processing is your consent or to fulfill your request. Your data will not be shared with third parties beyond the hosting provider’s necessary involvement.

Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely on a server in Germany, managed by [insert hosting provider name, e.g., “Hetzner”] under EU data protection standards. I access and manage this data from Canada. I use reasonable measures (e.g., encryption, secure access) to protect your information.

Data Deletion
Your data will be permanently deleted within 30 days of resolving your inquiry, unless required by law to retain it longer.

Who Has Access to Your Data?
Only I, Lea Heiligtag, have access to the personal data you provide. The hosting provider in Germany may process technical data (e.g., server logs) on my behalf, under strict confidentiality terms.

Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are an EU resident, you have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request corrections or deletion
• Withdraw consent for processing
  To exercise these rights, email me at info@leaheiligtag.com.

International Data Transfers
Data you provide is stored in Germany (EU) and may be accessed by me from Canada. Canada is recognized by the EU as providing adequate data protection, ensuring your information remains safeguarded.

Contact Information
For questions about this policy or your data, contact me at:
Email: info@leaheiligtag.com
Location: Canada

Policy Updates
This policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page.

Thank you for trusting me with your information!