Privacy Policy
Last updated: 29.09.2025
Hi, I’m Regina Chitralla, a creative professional based in Germany. Your privacy matters to me, and I’m committed to protecting any personal data you share with me. This privacy policy explains what data I collect, why I collect it, and how I keep it safe.
For the purposes of the GDPR, I am the data controller of your personal data.
1. Who I Am
I’m an independent freelancer.
Contact details:
Regina Chitralla
Postfachnummer 12 21
Beim Alten Ausbesserungswerk 6
77654 Offenburg
Email: reginastypewriter@gmail.com
2. What Data I Collect
I only collect the minimum information necessary to work with you or improve this website.
This may include:
- Information you provide: When you contact me via email or a form (e.g., name, email address, message details).
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, and pages visited, collected through analytics tools or my web host.
- Project-related data: Information needed to deliver services we agree upon.
3. Why I Collect Your Data
I use your data only to:
- Respond to inquiries.
- Provide freelance services we agree upon.
- Improve my website and services.
- Meet legal obligations (e.g., invoicing and tax records).
I never sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Data
Under GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases:
- Consent (e.g., when you submit a form or accept cookies).
- Performance of a contract (e.g., when we work together).
- Legal obligation (e.g., accounting and tax compliance).
- Legitimate interest (e.g., improving website functionality).
5. Data Storage and Retention
I take reasonable steps to keep your data secure, including using encrypted devices and trusted services.
- Project-related data is stored for up to 10 years to comply with German legal requirements. Payment data is retained for up to 10 years in accordance with German tax law.
- Inquiry data is deleted within 12 months, unless it leads to a working relationship.
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights under GDPR:
- Access your data.
- Request corrections or deletions.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
For complaints in Germany:
Bundesbeauftragter für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit (BfDI)
http://www.bfdi.bund.de
To exercise your rights, email me at chitralla.consulting@gmail.com.
7. Cookies
This website uses cookies for basic functionality and analytics.
Essential cookies are set automatically to ensure the website functions. Non-essential/analytics cookies require your consent.
8. Third-Party Services
This website is hosted on WordPress.com, provided by Aut O’Mattic Ltd., Grand Canal Dock, 25 Herbert Pl, Dublin, D02 AY86, Ireland (VAT ID: IE3255131SH).
When you visit this website, certain technical data (such as IP address and browser type) may be processed by WordPress.com to ensure the site functions correctly and securely.
Other third-party services I may use include:
- Analytics: Google Analytics (Google LLC, USA) – to understand how visitors use my website. Analytics cookies are only set with your consent.
- Payments: PayPal and Stripe, if relevant, for secure payment processing.
Depending on the service, these providers may act as data processors or independent data controllers.
For more details, you can view WordPress.com’s privacy policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/.
These services only receive the data necessary to perform their functions securely.
Please note that for certain technical and usage data, Automattic acts as an independent data controller, with its own privacy policy.
Where data is transferred outside the EU/EEA (e.g., to the USA), I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
9. Updates to This Policy
I may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in the law or my services.
The latest version will always be available on this page.
Regina Chitralla 
