Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 06/04/25

1. Introduction

Ingmar Gorman ("we," "us," or "our") operates www.ingmargorman.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Contact us through forms or email

  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates

  • Comment on blog posts or other content

  • Register for events or services

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company or organization name

  • Message content

  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

Log Information:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Referring website

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Date and time of access

Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze Website traffic and usage patterns

  • Improve Website functionality

  • Provide personalized content

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Website.

2.3 Third-Party Analytics

We may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our Website. These services may collect information such as:

  • How often users visit the Website

  • What pages they visit

  • What other sites they used prior to coming to the Website

This information is collected anonymously and used to improve our Website and services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • Communication: Responding to your inquiries, comments, or requests

  • Service Provision: Providing information about our services and expertise

  • Website Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience

  • Marketing: Sending newsletters, updates, or promotional materials (with your consent)

  • Legal Compliance: Complying with applicable laws and regulations

  • Security: Protecting against fraud, abuse, and security threats

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website, conducting business, or servicing you. These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the specific services they provide to us.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.4 Protection of Rights

We may disclose information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others, including investigating potential violations of our Terms of Service.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Security measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest

  • Regular security assessments and updates

  • Access controls and authentication measures

  • Employee training on data protection practices

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Typical retention periods:

  • Contact form submissions: 2 years

  • Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe

  • Website analytics data: As per third-party service provider policies

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request correction of any inaccurate information.

7.2 Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., legal obligations, legitimate interests).

7.3 Portability

You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

7.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by:

  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in emails

  • Contacting us directly

  • Adjusting your browser settings to refuse cookies

7.5 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our Website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

8. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside [Insert Country/Region], please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in [Insert Country/Region] where our servers are located. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our Website

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date

  • Sending email notifications for significant changes (if you have provided your email address)

Your continued use of the Website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Ingmar Gorman
Email: ingmar.gorman@gmail.com

Phone: (929) 428-0600

13. Additional Information for EU Residents

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

13.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Consent: When you provide explicit consent

  • Legitimate Interests: For Website improvement and communication

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

13.2 Data Protection Officer

If required by law, contact information for our Data Protection Officer will be provided here: [Insert DPO Contact Information]

13.3 Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on 06/04/25. Please check this page periodically for updates.