This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit stephanlevin.com ("Website"). The Website is operated by Stephan Ogris, referred to as "I", "me", or "the operator", using the following legally authorised service address:

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c/o RA Matutis
Fürstenstraße 5
5400 Hallein

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If you have any questions, you can contact me at: contact@stephanlevin.com

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1. Data Controller

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The data controller for this website is:

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Stephan Ogris

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Using the service address:

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c/o RA Matutis
Fürstenstraße 5
5400 Hallein

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Email: contact@stephanlevin.com

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This service address is provided by a legal professional (RA Matutis) for the purpose of fulfilling legal requirements related to the website's imprint.

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2. Personal Data I Collect

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I do not intentionally collect personal data unless you voluntarily provide it. However, some data may be collected automatically or through third-party services integrated into the website.

2.1. Data You Provide

When you submit a message via the contact form or guestbook, the following data may be collected:

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• Name (if provided)
• Email address
• Your message

This data is used solely to respond to your inquiry or manage guestbook submissions.

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3. Third-Party Services Used on This Website

3.1. Webflow Hosting

This website is hosted on Webflow.

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Webflow may process:

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• IP addresses
• Log files
• Technical data necessary to display the website

Webflow is a US-based service. Data transfers rely on EU-approved safeguards.

3.2. Google Fonts

Google Fonts are integrated through Webflow.
When loading fonts, your browser connects to Google servers, potentially transferring:

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• IP address
• Browser and device info

Google states that no cookies are used for Google Fonts.

3.3. YouTube Video Embeds

Embedded YouTube videos may collect:

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• IP address
• Device information
• Cookies (especially if you interact with the video)

For better privacy, YouTube's privacy-enhanced mode can be enabled (if supported by Webflow).

3.4. Social Share Buttons

This website includes share buttons for:

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• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• Pinterest
• Bluesky

When you click a share button, these platforms may process data according to their own privacy policies. The share buttons are implemented in a way that does not automatically send data until clicked.

3.5. Finsweet Plugins

I use Finsweet tools to extend Webflow functionality.

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These tools generally do not store personal data but may process technical information required to run scripts.

3.6. Google Search Console

Google Search Console is used to monitor website performance in search results.
It does not collect personal data from website visitors.

3.7. Supersparks (Comments)

For comments functionality, the website uses Supersparks.

Supersparks may process:

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• Comment text
• Optional user-provided name or email
• IP address (for spam/security)

Please review Supersparks' privacy terms for more information.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Data is processed based on:

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• Art. 6(1)(a) - Consent (e.g., when you submit a form, play a video, accept cookies)
• Art. 6(1)(f) - Legitimate interests (security, proper website functioning)

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5. Cookies

A separate Cookie Policy is provided below.

You may refuse non-essential cookies.

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6. Data Storage & Retention

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• Form submissions are stored only as long as needed to respond to you.
• Guestbook entries remain published until removal is requested.
• Third-party services may have their own retention periods.

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7. Your Rights (EU/GDPR)

You have the right to:

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• Access your data
• Request correction
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority (DSB)

To exercise any rights, contact contact@stephanlevin.com.

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8. Data Transfers Outside the EU

Some third-party providers (Google, Webflow, etc.) are based outside the EU.
Transfers rely on:

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• EU Standard Contractual Clauses
• Adequacy decisions
• Other GDPR-compliant safeguards

9. Security

I use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption and spam protection tools.

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10. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated occasionally. The version published on this page applies.

This website uses cookies and similar technologies.

You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time here.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function, analyze usage, or personalize content.

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2. Types of Cookies Used

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2.1. Essential Cookies

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Required for the website to function properly (Webflow, reCAPTCHA).

These cannot be disabled.

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2.2. Functional Cookies

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Used for features like:

• Comment systems (Supersparks)
• Finsweet functionality

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2.3. Analytics & Performance Cookies

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The website currently does not use analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics).

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2.4. Third-Party Cookies

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May be placed by:

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• YouTube (video embeds)
• Social networks (when clicking share buttons)

These are only activated when you interact with the respective content.

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3. How to Control Cookies

You can:

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• Use the cookie banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies
• Disable cookies in your browser settings
• Delete existing cookies manually

4. Third-Party Privacy Policies

You can review their privacy terms here:

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• Google (Fonts, YouTube)
• Webflow
• Facebook
• Pinterest
• LinkedIn
• Bluesky
• Supersparks