PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: June 16, 2026
1. Introduction
Simon Bressanelli ("I", "me", "my") operates simonbressanelli.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use my Website.
By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information I Collect
Information You Provide Directly:
When you use forms on my Website, I collect:
- Name (first and last name)
- Email address
- Message content (when you contact me or submit inquiries)
- Workshop/event details (when you request booking information)
Information Collected Automatically:
When you visit my Website, I may automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website (how you found my Website)
This information is collected via Kajabi's platform analytics and helps me improve the Website experience.
3. How I Use Your Information
I use the information I collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries (contact forms, booking requests)
- Send you updates about Jazz & Things Online School (if you joined the waitlist)
- Process workshop bookings and event collaborations
- Improve my Website (understand which pages are most useful)
- Send occasional newsletters (only if you explicitly opt in)
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), I process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: You have given explicit consent (e.g., submitting a contact form, joining a waitlist).
- Legitimate interests: To respond to inquiries, improve my services, and communicate about my workshops and courses.
- Contractual necessity: To fulfill workshop bookings or course enrollments.
5. How I Share Your Information
I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
I may share your information with:
Service Providers:
- Kajabi: My Website and online course platform (stores form submissions, processes payments for Jazz & Things when launched)
- Privacy Policy: https://kajabi.com/policies/privacy
- Proton Mail: My email provider (receives form submissions sent to [email protected])
- Privacy Policy: https://proton.me/legal/privacy
Legal Compliance:
I may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority.
6. Data Retention
I retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Respond to your inquiry (contact forms: 2 years)
- Provide services you've requested (course enrollment: access during payment of subscription + 7 years after course completion)
- Comply with legal obligations
You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9: Your Rights).
7. Cookies and Tracking
My Website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences (e.g., language settings)
- Analyze Website traffic (via Kajabi analytics)
- Improve user experience
Types of cookies used:
- Essential cookies: Required for Website functionality (cannot be disabled)
- Analytics cookies: Track page views and user behavior (you can opt out via browser settings)
Third-party cookies:
- Kajabi may set cookies for platform functionality and analytics
How to manage cookies:
You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
8. Data Security
I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL encryption (all data transmitted via HTTPS)
- Secure hosting via Kajabi (industry-standard security practices)
- Access controls (only I have access to form submissions)
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. I cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR):
- Right to access: Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing: Request limitation of how I use your data
- Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to object: Object to processing of your data for marketing purposes
- Right to withdraw consent: Unsubscribe from emails at any time
For All Users:
- Unsubscribe from emails: Click "Unsubscribe" link in any email or contact me at [email protected]
- Request data deletion: Email [email protected] with subject "Data Deletion Request"
I will respond to your request within 30 days.
10. Children's Privacy
My Website is not intended for children under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information, please contact me at [email protected], and I will delete the information unless express consent is given by a parent or guardian.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence, including:
- United States (Kajabi servers)
- Switzerland (Proton Mail servers)
By using my Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations. I ensure that adequate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
12. Third-Party Links
My Website contains links to third-party websites (e.g., event websites, Substack, Patreon, Instagram, YouTube).
I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. I encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Third-party sites linked from my Website:
- Substack: https://substack.com/privacy
- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/policy/privacy
- Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/privacy/policy
- YouTube: https://policies.google.com/privacy
13. Updates to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements.
Last updated date will be revised at the top of this page.
Notification of changes:
- Significant changes will be announced via email (if you are on my email list) or a notice on the Website
Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Me
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact me:
Email: [email protected]
Response time: I will respond to all inquiries as soon as I can.
For GDPR-related requests: Please include "GDPR Request" in the email subject line.
15. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of [United Kingdom / Your Country of Residence], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
If you are located in the EU/EEA, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
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