PRIVACY POLICY

1. introduction

This website is part of a non-commercial academic project conducted as part of a Master’s thesis at the University in Bergen, Norway. The protection of your personal data is taken seriously. This policy explains how your information is collected, used, and protected in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

Responsible for data processing on this website:

Celina Hofmann
Fantoftvegen 14A 208
5075 Bergen, Norway
Email: contact@unseenphobias.info

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of data:

  • Contact Form Submissions
    If you choose to contact us via a form, the following data may be collected:
    – Name (if requested)
    – Email address
    – Message content
    This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is not shared with third parties.

  • Server Log Files
    When you access this website, certain data is automatically stored in server logs:
    – IP address
    – Browser type and version
    – Operating system
    – Referrer URL
    – Time of access
    This data is used for technical monitoring and security purposes only.

  • Cookies and Analytics
    This website may use cookies (small text files stored in your browser) for basic functionality or analytics.
    If analytics tools like Google Analytics are enabled, we will display a cookie consent banner where you can opt in or out of tracking. At this stage, no analytics tools are actively used, but this may change in the future. In that case, this policy will be updated accordingly.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

Data is processed exclusively for academic, informational, and non-commercial purposes. Your personal data will never be sold or used for marketing.

5. Data Retention

Personal data (e.g., contact form entries) will only be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected. Afterwards, it will be deleted securely.

6. Your Rights under the GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent (if applicable)

  • Object to processing

  • File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact: contact@unseenphobias.info

7. Embedded Content and External Links

Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images) or links to external websites. These third-party sites may collect data independently; we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy as needed. Please check back occasionally for changes.

9. Contact

For questions regarding this privacy policy or your personal data, contact:

Celina Hofmann
Email: contact@unseenphobias.info