Privacy Policy

Effective date: October 2025

Website: sommeling.dev Owner: Jesse Sommeling

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected when you visit sommeling.dev or contact me through the website. By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

Jesse Sommeling
Email: privacy@sommeling.dev
Location: Sweden

3. Data Collected

When you submit a message through the contact form, the following information is collected:

First name and last name
Email address
Website (optional)
Message content

Standard technical data may be collected automatically for security and analytics purposes:

IP address
Browser type and version
Referring and exit pages
Date and time of access

4. Purpose of Processing

To respond to your inquiries or requests for quotes
To communicate about potential projects or collaborations
To improve website functionality and security

Your information will never be sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Cookies

This website may use essential and functional cookies placed by the Laravel framework. These cookies ensure proper website functionality and do not collect personally identifiable information for tracking. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to accept them.

6. Data Retention

Messages sent through the contact form may be stored for up to 12 months for follow-up communication.
Server logs and technical data are retained for security monitoring for up to 30 days, then deleted or anonymized.

7. Legal Basis

Article 6(1)(b) GDPR – processing necessary to respond to your inquiry or provide a quote.
Article 6(1)(f) GDPR – legitimate interest in maintaining the website’s functionality and security.

8. Data Sharing

Service providers that help operate the website (e.g., hosting provider, email delivery service), bound by confidentiality agreements.
When required by law or legal process.

9. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are in place to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

10. Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

Access your data
Request correction or deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time
File a complaint with the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY)

Requests regarding your data can be sent to privacy@sommeling.dev.

11. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the effective date shown at the top.