Privacy Policy

I value your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how I (Ashley Schultz, AS Brand & Design) collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data I Collect

I may collect the following types of personal data:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and address.

• Payment Details: Bank account or payment processing details (for invoicing purposes).

• Project Information: Details provided by you related to your project.

• Communication Records: Emails, messages, and other correspondence.

Purpose of Data Collection

I collect your personal data for the following purposes:

• To communicate with you regarding projects, proposals, and updates.

• To fulfill contractual obligations and deliver services.

• To process invoices and payments.

• To comply with legal obligations, such as tax regulations.

Legal Basis for Processing

I process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Performance of a Contract: To provide the agreed services.

• Legal Obligation: To comply with tax or other legal requirements.

• Legitimate Interests: To manage and improve my services effectively.

Data Retention

I retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or as required by law (e.g., financial records are kept for 7 years as per Dutch tax regulations).

Sharing Your Data

I do not sell or rent your personal data. I may share your data with:

• Service Providers: For payment processing, email hosting, or accounting purposes.

• Legal Authorities: When required by law.

Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Erasure: Request deletion of your data where applicable.

• Restriction: Limit processing of your data.

• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

• Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.

To exercise your rights, contact me at asbrandanddesign@gmail.com.

Data Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your data using secure systems and encryption where applicable. However, no system is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies

If I use cookies on my website, you will be informed and given an option to manage your preferences.

Updates to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on my website or communicated via email.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact me at asbrandanddesign@gmail.com

If you believe I have not addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch Data Protection Authority).