Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

1. Data Controller

This website, https://www.angelicamuzzi.com, is operated by Angelica Muzzi, professional photographer.

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal data, you may contact the website owner through the contact details provided on the website.

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2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect personal data when visitors interact with the website, including:

• name
• email address
• IP address
• browser information and technical data
• any information voluntarily provided through contact forms or email communication

These data are collected only when necessary and in accordance with applicable privacy regulations.

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3. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data may be processed for the following purposes:

• responding to inquiries submitted through contact forms or email
• managing communication with clients or potential clients
• ensuring website functionality and security
• improving website performance and user experience
• complying with legal obligations

Personal data will not be sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed based on one or more of the following legal grounds under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• user consent
• legitimate interest in operating and securing the website
• compliance with legal obligations
• performance of a contract or pre-contractual communication with potential clients

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5. Comments

When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.

An anonymized string created from your email address may be provided to the Gravatar service to determine whether you are using it. The Gravatar privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture may be visible to the public in the context of your comment.

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6. Media

If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the website may download and extract location data from images on the site.

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7. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles or pages on this website may include embedded content (such as videos, images, or articles).

Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if the visitor had visited the other website directly. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that content.

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8. Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve browsing experience and ensure proper website functionality.

Cookies may be used to:

• remember user preferences
• analyze website traffic
• enable certain site features

For detailed information about cookies used on this website, please refer to the Cookie Policy below.

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9. Who We Share Your Data With

Personal data is not sold or distributed to third parties.

However, certain data may be processed by third-party service providers necessary for the functioning of the website, such as:

• website hosting providers
• spam detection services
• analytics services (if used)

If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.

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10. How Long We Retain Your Data

If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata may be retained indefinitely to allow automatic recognition and approval of follow-up comments.

For users who register on the website (if applicable), personal information provided in the user profile is stored. Users may view, edit, or delete their personal information at any time, except for the username.

Administrators of the website can also view and edit this information.

Personal data collected through contact forms or emails is retained only for the time necessary to respond to inquiries or manage professional communication.

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11. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

• request access to your personal data
• request correction of inaccurate data
• request deletion of your personal data
• request restriction of data processing
• object to data processing
• request transfer of your data to another service

To exercise any of these rights, you may contact the website owner.

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12. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.

Website hosting providers may also process certain technical data required to operate the website.

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13. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

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Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality and improve user experience.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit, such as preferences or login status.

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Types of Cookies Used

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They may include cookies used for security, login sessions, or system administration.

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Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or form data) and provide enhanced features.

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Analytics Cookies (if enabled)

Analytics cookies may collect anonymous information about how visitors use the website, such as pages visited and traffic sources. These cookies help improve website performance.

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Third-Party Cookies

Some pages may contain embedded content from third-party services (for example video platforms or social media). These services may set their own cookies and track user interaction.

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Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

For more information about managing cookies, refer to your browser documentation.