Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [10.09.2025]
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how ozanakyol.com (“the Website”), operated by Ozan Akyol / Secnetic GmbH (Vienna, Austria), collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable EU data protection laws.
We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and transparently.
2. Data Controller
Ozan Akyol / Secnetic GmbH
Seitenstettengasse 5/37
1010 Vienna, Austria
Email: [email protected]
3. Data We Collect
We only collect the minimum data necessary to provide the Website’s services.
3.1 Data You Provide Directly
- Newsletter Subscription (Mailchimp):
Name, email address - Contact Form:
Name, email address, message content
3.2 Automatically Collected Data
When you visit the Website, certain information is automatically collected through cookies and analytics tools:
- IP address (anonymized where applicable)
- Browser type and settings
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referrer URL
This information is used strictly for website performance, security, and analytics.
4. Purpose of Data Processing
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- To send newsletters and updates to subscribers
- To respond to contact form inquiries
- To maintain website security and prevent misuse
- To analyze website performance and improve content
- To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, trade, or rent personal data.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Processing of personal data is based on:
- Article 6(1)(a) GDPR – Consent
(Newsletter subscription, contact form submission) - Article 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate Interest
(Security monitoring, website analytics) - Article 6(1)(c) GDPR – Legal Obligation
(Records retention where required by law)
6. Newsletter & Email Marketing
The Website uses Mailchimp to manage newsletters.
When you subscribe:
- Data is stored securely on Mailchimp servers (USA)
- Mailchimp acts as a Data Processor under GDPR
- You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in every email
We do not send marketing emails without your explicit consent.
7. Cookies & Analytics
The Website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality and improve user experience.
Types of Cookies Used
- Essential Cookies: Required for website operation
- Analytics Cookies: Traffic and usage statistics
- Third-Party Cookies (Mailchimp/Embedded Media): Only activated if you interact with those services
You can manage cookies through your browser settings at any time.
8. Data Storage & Retention
- Newsletter data is stored until you unsubscribe
- Contact form messages are retained only as long as necessary
- Analytics data is stored in anonymized or aggregated form
- Logs related to security are kept for a limited period for monitoring and protection
No data is retained longer than required by law.
9. Data Sharing
Your personal data may be shared only with:
- Mailchimp (Newsletter Processing)
- Hosting Provider (for secure site operation)
- Legal authorities (only if required by law)
We do not share personal data with advertisers or third-party marketing companies.
10. International Data Transfers
Some services (e.g., Mailchimp) may process data outside the EU.
Appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- GDPR-compliant Data Processing Agreements
11. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights:
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
- Right to lodge a complaint with your Data Protection Authority (DPA)
To exercise any of these rights, contact: [email protected]
12. Data Security
We apply appropriate technical and organizational measures including:
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS/SSL)
- Regular security updates
- Restricted administrative access
- Secure processing of newsletters and forms
13. Links to External Websites
The Website may contain links to external resources.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This policy may be updated periodically. New versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
15. Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact: