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GDPR Policy

1. Introduction

This GDPR Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit jerinjohndigital.com or contact me for services.

I (Jerin John) operate as a freelance consultant with a supporting team of 10+ members. I provide services globally, including to users in the European Union (EU), and I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.

2. What Personal Data I Collect

I collect only the information necessary to communicate with you, provide services, and improve the website.

Information you provide directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Contact form submissions

  • Lead form submissions

  • Testimonials or reviews

Information collected automatically

  • Google Analytics (GA4) data

  • Cookies: functional, performance, tracking, and advertising cookies

  • Device information, browser type, and usage data

3. Why I Collect Your Data (Legal Basis)

I collect and process your data based on the following GDPR legal grounds:

✔ Legitimate Interest

To respond to your inquiries, understand your needs, and deliver my services.

✔ Contractual Requirement

To communicate with you before or after you become a client.

✔ Consent

For:

  • Analytics tracking

  • Cookie usage

  • Marketing/remarketing (Google Ads, Meta Ads)

You can withdraw your consent at any time.

4. How I Use Your Data

Your data is used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your service inquiries

  • To provide digital marketing and brand consulting services

  • To improve website performance and user experience

  • To run analytics (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Hotjar)

  • To display relevant ads (Google Ads or Meta remarketing)

  • To detect and prevent spam or malicious activity

  • To collect testimonials or feedback voluntarily

I do not sell or rent your personal data to anyone.

5. Tools & Services That Process Your Data

I use trusted third-party tools to deliver my services efficiently:

Website & Performance Tools

  • Google Analytics / GA4

  • Google Search Console

  • Cloudflare (security & performance)

  • Microsoft Clarity

  • Hotjar

SEO & Monitoring Tools

(These tools analyze website performance only; they do not collect personal user data)

  • SEMrush

  • Ahrefs

  • SE Ranking

  • Ubersuggest

  • Uptime Robot

Advertising Platforms

Used for remarketing only after consent:

  • Google Ads

  • Meta (Facebook & Instagram Ads)

These platforms may use cookies or pixels to show relevant ads.

6. How I Store Your Data

  • Data submitted through contact forms is handled only for communication purposes.

  • Data is not stored long-term unless required for ongoing service communication.

All data is handled securely and responsibly.

7. Cookies & Tracking

My website uses cookies for:

  • Analytics

  • Performance

  • Website functionality

  • Advertising & remarketing

When you first visit the website, you will see a cookie consent banner.
You can accept, reject, or customize your cookie settings at any time.

8. Data Sharing

Your data may be processed by third-party tools listed above, but only to perform the functions they are designed for.

I do not share your personal data with:

  • Unrelated third parties

  • Marketers

  • Data brokers

9. Access, Update, or Delete Your Data (Your Rights)

If you are from the EU, you have the following GDPR rights:

  • Right to access your personal data

  • Right to edit or correct your data

  • Right to request deletion

  • Right to restrict or object to processing

  • Right to withdraw consent

  • Right to opt out of tracking or remarketing

How to request:

Email me at [email protected], and I will respond within 30 days.

10. Data Protection for EU Users

I fully respect GDPR principles for EU visitors, including:

  • Transparency

  • Purpose limitation

  • Minimization

  • Accuracy

  • Security

  • Accountability

Even though I operate from India, I apply GDPR standards for all EU users.

11. Data Security

I take reasonable and industry-standard steps to secure all website data, including:

  • SSL encryption

  • Firewall & security monitoring via Cloudflare

  • Secure email communication

  • Limited data retention

  • No unnecessary storage of personal data

12. Data Retention

I keep your data only for as long as needed to:

  • Communicate with you

  • Provide services

  • Meet legal obligations (if applicable)

If you request deletion, your data will be permanently removed.

13. International Data Transfers

Since my office is in India, your information may be processed here.

I ensure your data is handled with the same level of protection as required under GDPR.

14. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated occasionally.
The “Last Updated” date at the top will always reflect the latest version.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about this GDPR Policy or want to request data-related actions, please contact:

Jerin John
Digital Marketing & Brand Consultant
📍 Kochi, Kerala, India
📧 [email protected]