Virginie Joly

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Privacy Policy – Virginie Joly

This Privacy Policy explains how Virginie Joly (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit www.virginiejoly.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

  1. Data Controller

The data controller is:

Invico Belgium BV (operating under the author name Virginie Joly)

Company number: BE0786712956

Registered office: Tulpenlaan 5, 2240 Massenhoven, Belgium

Email: hello@virginiejoly.com

  1. Information We Collect
  • Personal Data: When you subscribe to the newsletter, fill out the contact form, or download free content, we may collect your name and email address.
  • Non-Personal Data: We may collect information such as browser type, IP address, device details, and usage statistics through cookies or analytics tools.
  1. How We Use Your Data

We use your information only for purposes you consent to, such as:

  • Sending newsletters, book updates, and exclusive offers (only if you subscribe).
  • Responding to inquiries submitted via the contact form.
  • Improving website performance, security, and reader experience.

We will never sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

  1. Legal Basis for Processing

Your personal data is processed under the following legal bases (per GDPR):

  • Consent: e.g., when you subscribe to the newsletter.
  • Legitimate interest: improving website functionality and preventing abuse.
  • Legal obligation: where required under Belgian or EU law (e.g., tax/accounting if purchases are offered later).
  1. Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and track analytics.

  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function properly.
  • We may use Google Analytics or similar services; these providers have their own privacy policies.
  1. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted service providers (e.g., Mailchimp, MailerLite, Constant Contact) to deliver newsletters and manage subscriber data.

  • These services process your data on our behalf and comply with GDPR.
  • Each provider has its own privacy policy, available on their websites.
  1. Data Retention
  • Newsletter data (name + email) is kept until you unsubscribe.
  • Contact form submissions are kept for up to 12 months to handle inquiries.
  • Technical/analytics data is retained only as long as necessary for security and statistical purposes.
  1. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your data and request a copy.
  • Correct or update inaccurate data.
  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from the newsletter).

File a complaint with the Gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit (Belgian Data Protection Authority) if you believe your rights are infringed.

  1. Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

  1. Contact

For questions or requests regarding this policy, please contact:

hello@virginiejoly.com