Effective Date: August 19, 2026
Welcome to mikasimple.com. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal data you share with us. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information only when it is necessary for the operation of our website and services:
- Usage Data: Standard technical data automatically collected when you browse our site (such as IP address, browser type, pages visited) via cookies and analytics.
- Contact Information: Basic details (such as your name and email address) that you voluntarily provide if you reach out to us via a contact form.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website and resources.
- Respond to your inquiries or messages when you contact us.
- Manage cookie preferences and site functionality via our consent management tools.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you give explicit permission (such as accepting cookies via our banner or submitting a contact form).
- Legitimate Interests: For basic website security and analyzing general traffic to keep the site running smoothly.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required to comply with legal obligations. Contact form messages are typically kept for up to one year, after which they are securely deleted.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Data is only shared with essential service providers necessary to run the website infrastructure, bound by strict privacy obligations.
6. Your Data Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw your consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us directly.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can reach out via email at:
📧 mika@mikasimple.com