Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Anfisa Breus ("we," "us," or "our"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.anfisabreus.com and use our services.

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected through our website, mobile application (if applicable), and any related services, sales, marketing, or events (collectively, the "Services").

1.1 Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy covers:

• Personal information collected through our website
• Information collected through contact forms and communications
• Information collected during the provision of our services
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Third-party integrations and services

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referring URLs
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
• Timestamps: Date and time of visits and interactions

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

• Social media platforms (if you connect your account)
• Analytics providers (Google Analytics, etc.)
• Marketing platforms (if you interact with our ads)
• Professional networks (LinkedIn, etc.)
• Public databases and directories

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Providing Services

• Responding to your inquiries and requests
• Delivering WordPress development services
• Managing project timelines and deliverables
• Processing payments and invoicing
• Providing customer support
• Maintaining and improving our services

3.2 Communications

• Sending project updates and notifications
• Responding to your comments and questions
• Sending newsletters and marketing materials (with consent)
• Notifying you about changes to our services or policies

3.3 Business Operations

• Analyzing website usage and performance
• Improving our website and services
• Conducting market research
• Preventing fraud and abuse
• Complying with legal obligations

3.4 Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are from the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your information depends on the data and context:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to fulfill our contract with you
• Legitimate Interests: Processing for our legitimate business interests
• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing
• Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with legal requirements

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business:

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

• Valid legal requests from law enforcement
• Court orders or subpoenas
• National security or law enforcement requirements
• Protection of our legal rights and property
• Prevention of fraud or abuse

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

5.3 How to Control Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
• Opt-Out Tools: Use tools like Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Do Not Track: Enable Do Not Track in your browser settings
• Cookie Consent Tool: Use our cookie banner to manage preferences

6. Third-Party Services

Our website and services integrate with various third-party platforms. Each has its own privacy policy:

6.1 Analytics and Tracking

• Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis. Privacy Policy
• Hotjar: Heatmaps and user session recordings. Privacy Policy

6.2 Communication Tools

• Mailchimp: Email marketing and newsletters. Privacy Policy
• SendGrid: Transactional email delivery. Privacy Policy

6.3 Social Media

• LinkedIn: Professional networking and sharing. Privacy Policy
• Twitter/X: Social media integration. Privacy Policy
• GitHub: Code repository integration. Privacy Policy

6.4 Payment Processors

• Stripe: Credit card and payment processing. Privacy Policy
• PayPal: Alternative payment method. Privacy Policy

Note: We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Data Security

7.1 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:

7.2 Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will:

• Notify affected users within 72 hours of discovery
• Report the breach to appropriate authorities as required by law
• Provide information about the nature of the breach
• Offer guidance on protective measures you can take
• Take immediate action to prevent further unauthorized access

8. Data Retention

8.1 How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

8.2 Data Deletion

After the retention period expires, we will:

• Securely delete or anonymize your personal information
• Remove data from active databases and backups
• Retain only anonymized data for statistical purposes
• Maintain records only as required by law

9. Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may vary depending on your location:

9.1 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@anfisabreus.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9.2 Verification Process

To protect your privacy, we may need to verify your identity before processing requests. This may include:

• Confirming your email address
• Verifying account ownership
• Requesting additional identification for sensitive requests

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

10.1 Your CCPA Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know: Request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal information collected
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we don't sell data)
• Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

10.2 Categories of Personal Information Collected

In the past 12 months, we have collected the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers: Name, email, phone number, IP address
• Commercial Information: Products/services purchased, transaction history
• Internet Activity: Browsing history, search history, interactions
• Professional Information: Job title, company name, business contact
• Sensitive Personal Information: We do NOT collect sensitive personal information

10.3 Business Purposes for Collection

We collect personal information for the following business purposes:

• Providing and improving our services
• Processing transactions
• Customer support and communication
• Marketing and advertising (with consent)
• Security and fraud prevention
• Legal compliance

10.4 We Do NOT Sell Personal Information

We have NOT sold personal information in the past 12 months and we will not sell it in the future.

10.5 How to Submit a CCPA Request

California residents can submit requests by:

• Email: info@anfisabreus.com
• Phone: +1 (860) 316-3373
• Mail: Anfisa Breus, 65 Main Str., Hebron, 06248, United States

We will respond to verifiable requests within 45 days. If more time is needed, we will notify you and may extend up to 90 days total.

11. Children's Privacy

11.1 Age Restriction

Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

11.2 Parental Rights

Parents or legal guardians have the right to:

• Review personal information collected from their child
• Request deletion of their child's personal information
• Refuse further collection or use of their child's information

12. International Users and GDPR

12.1 International Data Transfers

Our Services are operated in the United States. If you are accessing our Services from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

12.2 GDPR Compliance (EEA Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal Basis: We process your data based on contract, consent, or legitimate interests
• Data Protection Officer: Contact our DPO at info@anfisabreus.com
• Right to Complain: File a complaint with your local supervisory authority
• Data Transfer: We use Standard Contractual Clauses for EEA data transfers

12.3 UK GDPR

UK residents have similar rights under UK GDPR. Contact the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) for complaints.

12.4 Other Jurisdictions

We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate. If you have questions about compliance in your region, please contact us.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

13.1 Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

13.2 Notification of Changes

We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
• Sending email notification for significant changes
• Displaying a prominent notice on our website

13.3 Your Continued Use

Your continued use of our Services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of such changes. If you do not agree with the updated Privacy Policy, please stop using our Services.

13.4 Review Regularly

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: