Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit drjackschafer.com, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by or on behalf of Dr. Jack Schafer, author, behavioral analyst, and former FBI Special Agent. The site provides educational resources, articles, and information related to psychology, communication, and human behavior.
If you have questions regarding this policy or your data, you can contact us via email at [email protected].
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Name and email address (e.g., if you subscribe to a newsletter or contact us)
- IP address and browser information
- Location and device data (collected via analytics tools)
- Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time on site, clicks)
- Any personal data you voluntarily submit through contact forms or communication
3. How We Collect Your Data
Your data may be collected in the following ways:
- When you visit the website
- When you subscribe to email updates or newsletters
- When you contact us via email or form
- Through cookies and similar tracking technologies
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data on the following legal bases:
- Consent: For marketing emails or newsletter subscriptions
- Legitimate interests: For analytics and improving the user experience
- Legal obligation: If required by applicable law or regulation
5. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To communicate with you and respond to your inquiries
- To send newsletters or updates if you’ve opted in
- To analyze website traffic and performance
- To maintain the security and functionality of the website
- To comply with legal obligations
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These may include:
- Necessary cookies for website functionality
- Analytics cookies to measure performance and usage
- Preference cookies to remember your settings
You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings or through the pop-up notice on your first visit.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data. Your data may be shared with:
- Service providers (such as email platforms or analytics tools) who process data on our behalf
- Legal authorities, if required for compliance with a legal obligation
All third parties that process personal data on our behalf are GDPR-compliant.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:
- Newsletter data is stored until you unsubscribe
- Contact form submissions may be stored for customer service purposes
- Analytics data may be stored for up to 26 months
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Restriction: Request to restrict how your data is processed
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection: Object to certain types of processing
- Withdraw consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time for communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
11. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as contracts using Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact us to have it removed.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes implies acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Dr. Jack Schafer
Email: [email protected]
Website: drjackschafer.com
Last Updated: April 10, 2025