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.