Privacy policy

Effective Date: 2025

Last Updated: 2025

Welcome to JGolestani.com ("we," "us," or "our"). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit https://www.jgolestani.com ("website") or use our services.

1. Data We Collect

We collect and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The types of data we may collect include:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

Since purchases of editorial photos, photography sessions, and licensing agreements are not conducted directly through our website, we do not collect payment details or billing addresses via our website. Instead, transactions occur through direct communication (e.g., email or other agreed-upon platforms).

If you contact us for sponsorship, project collaborations, or funding inquiries, we may collect relevant details provided by you to facilitate discussions.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically; When you visit our website, we may collect certain data automatically, such as:

This data is used to analyze website traffic, improve user experience, and secure our website.

2. How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Communication: To respond to inquiries about projects, sponsorships, or collaborations.

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax regulations, copyright enforcement).

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We may share your data with third parties only in the following cases:

  • Website Analytics: We use tools such as Google Analytics to analyze website traffic.

  • Legal Obligations: If required by law, we may disclose your data to authorities.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help improve website functionality.

4.1 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.

  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).

4.2 Managing Cookies You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may affect website performance.

5. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access – Request a copy of your personal data.

  • Right to Rectification – Request corrections to inaccurate data.

  • Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").

  • Right to Restriction – Request limited processing of your data.

  • Right to Data Portability – Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Right to Object – Object to data processing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@jgolestani.com

6. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption and access control. However, no online system is 100% secure. If you suspect a data breach, please contact us immediately.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., exhibition organizers, sponsors). We are not responsible for their privacy policies or data practices. Please review their policies separately.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us:

📧 Email: info@jgolestani.com
📍 Address: Friedrichstr.3, 77694 Kehl, Deutschland