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Privacy & Terms

Last updated: 12.06.2026

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This website is operated by a private individual residing in Norway. I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

The data controller is:

Name: Irina Afanaseva Country of residence: Norway Email: irina@afanasev.com

3. What Data I Collect

I collect only the personal data that you voluntarily provide when using the contact form:

  • Name (if provided)
  • Email address
  • Message content

4. Purpose of Processing

Your personal data is processed solely for the purpose of:

  • responding to your enquiry;
  • communicating with you where necessary.

5. Legal Basis

Personal data submitted through the contact form is processed on the basis of my legitimate interest in responding to enquiries (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR). Where required by law, processing may also be based on your consent.

6. Data Sharing

I do not sell or share your personal data with third parties, except:

  • Where necessary for the operation of this website (for example, hosting or email service providers)
  • If required by law

Such providers process personal data only on my behalf and under appropriate contractual safeguards where required.

7. Data Storage

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry or comply with legal obligations, after which it is securely deleted.

8. Data Security

I take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or other unlawful processing.

9. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • access your personal data;
  • request rectification of inaccurate personal data;
  • request erasure of your personal data;
  • object to or restrict processing where applicable;
  • withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
  • lodge a complaint with Datatilsynet or another competent supervisory authority.

10. Cookies

This website does not use cookies for analytics, advertising or behavioural tracking.

It uses one strictly necessary functional cookie to remember your language preference (Norwegian or English). This cookie does not store personal data and does not require consent under applicable law.

11. Hosting & Technical Data

This website may be hosted by a third-party hosting provider. Such providers may process limited technical information (such as IP addresses and server logs) as necessary to operate and secure the website.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact: irina@afanasev.com

Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with them, please do not use the website.

2. Use of the Website

This website is provided for general information about my professional background, services and selected work. You agree to use it lawfully and not to misuse, disrupt or attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or the systems behind it. You must not use this website in any way that could damage its availability, security or functionality.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, case studies, graphics, diagrams and design — is owned by me or used with permission, and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute or reuse it without prior written consent.

4. Case Studies & Confidentiality

Case studies are presented in a generalised and, where appropriate, anonymised form. They are illustrative of approach and experience and do not disclose confidential client or employer information.

5. No Professional Advice

Nothing on this website constitutes legal, financial, business or other professional advice, nor does it create any professional or contractual relationship. Any reliance you place on the information is at your own risk.

6. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for the content, accuracy or practices of any external sites. Inclusion of external links does not imply endorsement.

7. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

The website is provided “as is”, without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I accept no liability for any loss or damage arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website.

8. Changes to These Terms

These Terms may be updated from time to time. Continued use of the website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

9. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Norway. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Norwegian courts.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact: irina@afanasev.com