Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy explains how Brillanzia, published by Gutenwords LLC, collects and processes personal data when you visit or interact with this website.

1. Controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data on this website is:

Gutenwords LLC
30 N Gould St Ste N
Sheridan, WY 82801
USA
Email: [email protected]

The controller determines the purposes and means of processing personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Personal Data Processed When Visiting the Website

When accessing the website for informational purposes only, certain data is automatically transmitted by your browser and stored in server log files. This includes:

Visited pages and accessed content
Date and time of access
Device information (browser type and version, operating system)
Referrer URL
IP address (may be stored in anonymized form)

Processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, in our legitimate interest to ensure the stability, security, and functionality of the website. These data are not combined with other data sources and are not used to identify you. However, we reserve the right to review log data if specific indications of unlawful use arise.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website uses cookies to enable certain functions and enhance the user experience.

Session cookies are deleted after the end of your visit.
Persistent cookies remain stored on your device for a defined period.

Where cookies process personal data, processing is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, in our legitimate interest to provide functional, user-friendly website access.

You may configure your browser to block cookies or request consent before they are stored. Please note that disabling cookies may limit functionality.

4. Contact and Communication

If you contact us via email or contact form, we process the personal data you provide (e.g., name, email address, message content) to respond to your inquiry.

Processing is based on:

Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR — legitimate interest in responding to inquiries, or
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR — if the request is related to a contractual relationship.

Data are deleted when the inquiry is resolved unless statutory retention obligations apply.

5. Newsletter Subscription

If you subscribe to our email newsletter, we collect and store your email address and any optional data you provide. We use a double opt-in process, meaning your subscription is only activated after confirming via a verification link.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR — your consent.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by using the unsubscribe link in every email. After withdrawal, your email address will be removed from the distribution list unless further processing is legally permitted.

6. Embedded Media (e.g., Vimeo, YouTube)

Our website may embed content from third-party providers such as Vimeo or YouTube. When accessing a page that contains embedded media, the respective third party may collect information such as your IP address and device information. These providers may use cookies and tracking technologies.

Processing occurs based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, in our legitimate interest to provide multimedia content.

Please review their respective privacy policies:
YouTube (Google): https://policies.google.com/privacy
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/privacy

7. Analytics and Performance

We may use web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Hotjar) to analyze usage behavior and improve website functionality.

Where IP addresses are collected, they are processed in anonymized or pseudonymized form whenever possible.

Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR — legitimate interest in website optimization.

Users may opt out of analytics at any time via browser settings or opt-out tools provided by the service provider.

8. User Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)
Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR)
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)

To exercise these rights, contact: [email protected]

9. Data Retention

Personal data are stored only as long as necessary for the specified purposes, unless longer storage is required by law or for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.