Last updated: May 22, 2025
At romainvalteau.com, your privacy matters. This page outlines how we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU Regulation 2016/679) when handling personal data of users based in the European Union.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
Romain Valteau
📧 contact@romainvalteau.com
2. What data is collected and why?
We only collect personal data that you voluntarily provide through:
- Contact form: Your name, email address, and message
- Calendly booking tool: Name, email address, and appointment details
These are used solely to respond to your inquiries and manage scheduled appointments.
3. Lawful basis for processing
Under the GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Consent: When you submit your information via a form or scheduling tool
- Legitimate interest: For communication and follow-up on your requests
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting contact@romainvalteau.com.
4. Data retention
Personal data is kept only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above. You can request deletion of your data at any time.
5. Your rights under GDPR
As an EU resident, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct or update inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (« right to be forgotten »)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability (receive a copy in a standard format)
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
To exercise any of these rights, email: contact@romainvalteau.com
6. Third-party services
We use Calendly, a third-party service provider for scheduling appointments. Your information submitted through Calendly is subject to their Privacy Policy and is stored securely.
7. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
8. International transfers
Data processed via Calendly or email may be transferred outside the EU (e.g. to the United States), but only through services that comply with GDPR requirements such as the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework or equivalent safeguards.
9. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your personal data or GDPR compliance, please contact:
📧 contact@romainvalteau.com