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Privacy Policy (EU GDPR & Swiss FADP / revDSG)

Last updated: August 2026

1. Data Controller Details

The Data Controller responsible for processing personal data on this website is:

Name: Valentina Chigliaro

Professional Role: Psychologist

Location: Zurich & Thalwil, Switzerland

Email: info@valentinachigliaro.com

Website: www.valentinachigliaro.com

2. Categories of Data Processed

We collect and process only the personal data necessary to provide our information and contact services:

  • Contact Form Inputs: Name, email address, and message content submitted voluntarily.
  • System Server Logs: IP addresses, browser parameters, date and time of access collected automatically by Vercel Inc. hosting for service stability and security.
  • Anonymized Analytics Data (with consent): Aggregated site usage statistics via Google Analytics 4 (GA4).
  • Third-Party Embedded Services: Google Maps and OneDoc widgets, which load only after explicit user consent or interaction.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (EU GDPR & Swiss FADP)

We process your personal data in full compliance with both the Swiss revised Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP / revDSG) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR - Regulation EU 2016/679):

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR & Art. 6 FADP): For optional analytics cookies (GA4) and contact form submission.
  • Contractual or Pre-contractual Measures (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): For responding to inquiries and appointment booking requests.
  • Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): To ensure IT security, system integrity, and protection against malicious traffic.

4. International Data Transfers (EU / USA / Switzerland)

Data is primarily stored and processed in Switzerland and EU/EEA member states. Certain technical providers (such as Vercel Inc. and Google LLC) maintain infrastructure in the United States.

These transfers are safeguarded under the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, and European Commission / FADP-approved Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

5. User Rights

Under EU GDPR and Swiss FADP regulations, you hold the following rights:

  • Right of Access: Obtain confirmation whether your personal data is processed and request a copy.
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request deletion of your personal data when no longer required.
  • Right to Revoke Consent: You can revoke your cookie consent at any time using the "Manage Cookie Preferences" link in the footer.
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: You may file a complaint with the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC / EDÖB) or your local EU Data Protection Authority.