Privacy Policy

(GDPR Compliant)

Last updated: 14 June 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used and protected when you visit this website or interact with my services.

This website is operated by Emmy Plaschy, strategic communications consultant and founder of Orient Expressed.

Contact: [email protected]

1. Data Controller

The data controller is:

Emmy Plaschy
Email: [email protected]

2. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected through this website, including contact forms, email communication, newsletter subscriptions (if applicable), and analytics tracking.

3. Tools and Service Providers Used

This website is built and operated using:

  • WordPress (website hosting and content management system)
  • Google Analytics (website traffic and performance analytics)

These providers may process certain technical data on my behalf.

4. Personal Data Collected

a) Data you provide directly

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any information included in messages sent via contact forms or email

b) Data collected automatically

When you browse this website, the following technical data may be collected:

  • IP address (which may be anonymised where possible)
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website or source

c) Cookies and tracking data

This website uses cookies to support functionality and analytics, including via Google Analytics.

5. Purpose of Processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

  • Responding to enquiries and communication requests
  • Providing information about services
  • Managing professional relationships and collaborations
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • Analysing website traffic and audience behaviour (Google Analytics)
  • Ensuring website security and preventing misuse

6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, your data is processed under the following legal bases:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)): when you accept cookies or submit contact forms
  • Contractual necessity (Art. 6(1)(b)): when processing is required to respond to or fulfil a service request
  • Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)): to operate, secure, and improve the website and services, provided these interests do not override your rights

7. Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC.

Google Analytics uses cookies to analyse how visitors use the website. Information generated by cookies may include:

  • IP address (which may be anonymised)
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Device and browser information
  • General geographic location (based on IP)

This information is used to improve website performance and understand audience behaviour.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by adjusting your browser settings or using Google’s opt-out tools.

8. WordPress and Hosting

This website is hosted and managed using WordPress.

WordPress and its hosting provider may process technical data such as IP addresses, server logs, and security data for:

  • Website operation and maintenance
  • Security monitoring and fraud prevention
  • Performance optimisation

9. Data Retention

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary for:

  • Responding to enquiries
  • Managing client or potential client relationships
  • Legal, tax or administrative obligations

After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

10. Data Sharing

Personal data is not sold or shared for commercial purposes.

It may be shared only with:

  • WordPress hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Google Analytics (data processor under Google’s terms)
  • Email service providers (if used)
  • Legal authorities if required by law

All third-party providers are required to comply with GDPR or equivalent data protection standards.

11. International Data Transfers

Some service providers (including Google) may process data outside the European Economic Area.

Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are applied, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Other legally recognised transfer mechanisms

12. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the following rights:

  • Right of access to your personal data
  • Right to rectification
  • Right to erasure
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact: [your email address]

13. Cookies

This website uses cookies for:

  • Essential website functionality
  • Performance and analytics (Google Analytics)

Where required, cookies will only be activated with your consent.

You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings or cookie banner controls.

14. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are used to protect personal data against:

  • Unauthorised access
  • Loss or misuse
  • Alteration or disclosure

However, no system is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

15. External Links

This website may include links to external websites (such as podcast platforms or social media). I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

16. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this page.

17. Contact

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data:

Emmy Plaschy
Email: [email protected]