Privacy Statement

Last updated: September 10, 2025

This is the privacy policy of Stephan Joesten. This policy applies to the use of my portfolio website (the “Site”) and the (contact) forms provided on it. I highly value your privacy and handle personal data with care.

Where this privacy policy refers to ‘personal data’, it means all information that can directly or indirectly identify you, such as your name, email address, phone number, IP address, or other information you voluntarily provide.

Collection of personal data

You can access many parts of the Site without providing personal data. You choose to provide data yourself, for example, via a contact form or by sending me an email. The personal data I may collect includes name, email address, and phone number.

In addition, the Site automatically collects certain information, such as IP addresses and website usage data (e.g., through cookies and log files). This helps improve the functionality and security of the Site.

Purposes of processing

Personal data is only processed for legitimate purposes, including:

• Responding to questions and processing contact requests.
• Providing information about my work and services.
• Analyzing and improving the performance of the Site.
• Complying with legal obligations.

I do not process personal data for other purposes unless you explicitly give consent.

Cookies and similar technologies

This Site uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and gain insight into visitor behavior. You can disable or delete cookies yourself via your browser settings. Some parts of the Site may not function properly if you disable cookies.

Security of personal data

I take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. This includes secure connections (HTTPS), restricted access rights, and keeping systems up to date. However, given the nature of the internet, I cannot guarantee 100% security.

Disclosure to third parties

I do not share your personal data with third parties, unless this is necessary for:

• The technical operation of the Site (e.g., hosting provider or email provider).
• Compliance with legal obligations (e.g,. in response to a court order or legal request).
• Protecting my rights or the safety of users.

With parties that process personal data on my behalf, I conclude data processing agreements to safeguard your data.

International transfers

I aim to process personal data within the EU/EEA. If data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, I ensure appropriate safeguards in accordance with the GDPR (e.g., standard contractual clauses).

Retention period

I do not store personal data longer than necessary for the purpose for which it was collected. For contact forms, data is retained for a maximum of 12 months, unless a longer period is legally required.

Your rights

You have the following rights:

• Access: to know what data I process about you.
• Rectification: to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: to have your data deleted (“right to be forgotten”).
• Restriction of processing: to temporarily limit the use of your data.
• Data portability: to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Objection: to object to processing based on legitimate interest or direct marketing.

You can submit a request by sending an email to hallo@stephanjoesten.nl. I will respond as soon as possible, within one month at the latest.

Complaints

If you disagree with how I handle your data, you may file a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens): https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl/

Changes

This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. I advise you to consult this page regularly to stay informed about the latest version.

Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact me:

Stephan Joesten
Email: hallo@stephanjoesten.nl