Who we are
Last updated: 12-03-2026
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected on ekkie.nl. It applies to visitors from the Netherlands, the EU/EEA, and globally.
1. Data Controller (Pseudonymous)
The data controller of ekkie.nl is:
Ekkie Media (pseudonym for site administration)
Address: Hengelosestraat 51A, 7514AJ, Enschede
Email: ekkienl@gmail.com
Note: The personal identity of the site administrator is not disclosed for privacy reasons. This pseudonymous contact is legally sufficient under GDPR and the Dutch Implementation Act GDPR (Uitvoeringswet AVG), provided it can receive and process requests from users and regulators.
2. Data We Collect
a. Personal Data You Provide
- Contact form submissions (name, email)
- Comments or feedback
- Newsletter subscriptions (if applicable)
b. Automatically Collected Data
- IP address (can be anonymized)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and timestamps
- Referrer URLs
Collected via cookies, server logs, and analytics tools.
3. Cookies and Tracking
- Essential Cookies: required for website functionality
- Functional Cookies: optional site features
- Analytics / Advertising Cookies: placed only with your consent
Before non-essential cookies are stored, a cookie banner collects your consent, in compliance with the Dutch Telecommunicatiewet and GDPR.
4. Purpose and Legal Basis
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Improve website & user experience | Legitimate interest |
| Serve personalized ads (e.g., Google AdSense) | Consent |
| Analytics & traffic statistics | Consent / Legitimate interest |
| Respond to inquiries | Consent / Contract |
| Comply with legal obligations | Legal obligation |
5. Third-Party Services (Processors)
We use third-party services that process data on our behalf:
- Web Hosting Provider: Best IT
- Google AdSense – advertising and ad measurement
- Analytics Provider Matomo
These providers are data processors. Their privacy policies apply independently.
6. Data Retention
Data is retained only as long as necessary:
Analytics logs: up to 36 months
Contact form submissions: until you request deletion
Cookies: up to 24 months, depending on category
7. International Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside the EU/EEA (e.g., to Google servers in the US), transfers are protected by:
Other legally recognized safeguards
Standard contractual clauses
Adequacy decisions
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent
- Complain to the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens)
To exercise your rights, contact ekkienl@gmail.com.
9. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data:
- HTTPS encryption
- Access controls and regular updates
- Limited access to authorized personnel
10. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated to reflect:
- Legal requirements
- Changes in services or data processing practices
The “Last Updated” date at the top will indicate the latest version.
12. Contact
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: ekkienl@gmail.com
Adress: Hengelosestraat 51A, 7514AJ, Enschede
Website: https://ekkie.nl