privacy

Last updated: April 11, 2025

At www.dearjakob.com, I, Jakob Karrasch (based in Auckland, New Zealand), take your privacy seriously. I am committed to protecting the personal information you share while using this website. This privacy policy outlines how I collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.

I collect and process your personal data only with your explicit consent. With your permission, the data collected may include your name, surname, and email address. These details are used solely to improve the website’s functionality, to communicate with visitors, to process user data for potential online transactions, and for other purposes described in this policy.

You have the right to access, update, or request deletion of your personal information at any time. You may also withdraw your consent for processing. Your data will be stored only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted. To access or manage your personal information, you can contact me directly at jakob.karrasch@gmail.com. Your data will only be shared with third parties if you have explicitly agreed to it. If your data is transferred to a third party not affiliated with dearjakob.com, I am unable to make changes to that data.

When you visit www.dearjakob.com, certain technical information may be automatically logged, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and time of visit. This data is used solely for ensuring proper website functionality and cannot be used to personally identify you.

If you are a parent or legal guardian and become aware that your child has submitted personal data without your consent, please contact me immediately at jakob.karrasch@gmail.com. Submitting personal data of minors without the consent of a parent or guardian is not permitted.

This website uses cookies to improve usability and display content correctly. Cookies are small files stored on your device to remember preferences such as language settings and previously visited pages. You can manage the acceptance and blocking of cookies in your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain functions of the website.

This site may utilize third-party services that independently collect data, including Google Analytics. These services may share data within their own networks for purposes such as personalized advertising. You can refer to each provider’s user agreement for more details. If you wish, you can opt out of Google Analytics using the browser add-on available on their website. No personal data is shared with organizations not mentioned in this privacy policy, except as required by law.

Links to external websites may appear on dearjakob.com. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. You are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

This privacy policy may be updated periodically. Any significant changes will be noted on this page. If you have submitted personal information, and contact details were entered correctly, I will attempt to notify you of such updates. If not, I may be unable to reach you.

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact me at jakob.karrasch@gmail.com. By using www.dearjakob.com, you agree to the terms outlined in this privacy policy. If you do not accept these terms, please refrain from using the website.