Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

We take the protection of your personal data seriously. This privacy policy explains how your data is handled when you visit our website, book an appointment, or join our WhatsApp newsletter.

2. Responsible Entity

Name: Ilinca Barbato
Address: Rathenower Str. 24, 10559 Berlin
Email: ilinca.barbato@yahoo.com

3. Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that you voluntarily provide, such as:

• Your name and email when you book an appointment via Google Calendar
• Your phone number if you choose to join our WhatsApp newsletter
• Usage data (e.g., browser type, visited pages) via standard server logs

4. Booking via Google Calendar

We use Google Calendar Appointment Schedules, a service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.

When you book an appointment:

• Your name, email, and any other information you provide are processed by Google
• Google may set cookies or collect usage data as part of your interaction
• Google's Privacy Policy applies
• Google complies with the GDPR and related data protection regulations

5. Newsletter via WhatsApp

We use WhatsApp to send updates or newsletters to users who have explicitly opted in. WhatsApp is a service provided by WhatsApp Inc., a subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc.

By joining the WhatsApp newsletter:

• You consent to us using your phone number to send updates
• You can unsubscribe at any time by messaging "STOP"
• WhatsApp's own privacy policy applies: WhatsApp Privacy Policy

6. Legal Basis for Processing

• Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR – Your consent
• Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR – Fulfillment of a contract (e.g., appointment bookings)
• Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interests, such as improving our services

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

8. Data Retention

We store your data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law.