General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Policy
GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION (GDPR) POLICY - NICK RICHARDS CONSULTING LLC
Last Update: February 11, 2025
At NickRichards.io, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and UK-GDPR. This policy explains how we collect, process, store, and protect the personal data of individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom (UK).
By using NickRichards.io, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this GDPR Policy.
1. Who We Are
NickRichards.io is owned and operated by Nick Richards Consulting LLC, an Illinois-based company that provides AI-powered business tools, training resources, and digital content solutions.
If you have any questions about this policy or your rights under GDPR, you can contact us at:
📧 hello@nickrichards.io
📍 738 E Dundee Rd #199, Palatine, IL 60074
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum amount of data necessary to provide and improve our services. The types of personal data we collect include:
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as racial/ethnic origin, religious beliefs, or health data.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data under one of the following legal bases:
✔ User Consent – When you actively agree to data processing (e.g., subscribing to newsletters, accepting cookies).
✔ Contractual Necessity – When processing data is required to fulfill a contract (e.g., processing payments, delivering services).
✔ Legal Obligation – When we must comply with applicable laws or regulatory requirements.
✔ Legitimate Interests – When processing is necessary to improve security, prevent fraud, or optimize services.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting hello@nickrichards.io
4. Your GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
4.1 Right to Access (Article 15 GDPR)
You can request a copy of your personal data we store and process.
4.2 Right to Rectification (Article 16 GDPR)
You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
4.3 Right to Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten) (Article 17 GDPR)
You can request deletion of your data under certain circumstances (e.g., no longer necessary for the purpose collected).
4.4 Right to Restriction of Processing (Article 18 GDPR)
You can limit the way we process your data in specific situations.
4.5 Right to Data Portability (Article 20 GDPR)
You can request a structured, machine-readable copy of your data for transfer to another provider.
4.6 Right to Object (Article 21 GDPR)
You can object to processing your data for marketing, profiling, or legitimate interest purposes.
4.7 Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you have the right to file a complaint with your country’s Data Protection Authority (DPA).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@nickrichards.io
5. How We Protect Your Data
We implement strict technical and organizational measures to secure your data:
✔ Encryption – Sensitive data is encrypted at rest and in transit.
✔ Access Controls – Only authorized personnel can access personal data.
✔ Data Minimization – We collect only what is necessary.
✔ Regular Audits – We conduct security assessments to protect against breaches.
In the event of a data breach, affected users will be notified as required by law.
6. Data Retention Policy
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for business operations and legal compliance.
After the retention period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. International Data Transfers
Because NickRichards.io operates globally, your data may be stored and processed outside the EEA or UK (e.g., in the United States).
To protect cross-border data transfers, we:
✔ Use EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for compliance.
✔ Ensure adequate security measures when processing non-EU data.
✔ Comply with UK GDPR and international privacy frameworks.
If you have concerns about international transfers, please contact us.
8. Automated Decision-Making & AI-Generated Content
NickRichards.io provides AI-powered tools that may use automated decision-making.
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AI-generated content does not replace human decision-making.
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Users remain responsible for verifying AI-generated results.
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AI-generated legal or financial documents must be reviewed by a professional before use.
If you wish to opt out of automated decision-making, please contact us.
9. Third-Party Data Processors & Cookies
We use third-party service providers for:
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Payment Processing (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
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Marketing & Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Ads)
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Cloud Storage & Hosting (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)
These providers only process data as necessary for service delivery.
9.1 Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies for:
✔ Website performance & analytics
✔ Personalizing user experience
✔ Security & fraud prevention
Users can manage cookie preferences in their browser settings.
10. Changes to This GDPR Policy
We may update this GDPR Policy periodically to reflect regulatory changes. Updates will be:
✔ Posted on this page
✔ Communicated via email (if subscribed)
Your continued use of NickRichards.io after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
For GDPR-related inquiries, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):
📧 hello@nickrichards.io
📍 738 E Dundee Rd #199, Palatine, IL 60074
You also have the right to file a complaint with your country’s Data Protection Authority (DPA). By using NickRichards.io, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to this GDPR Policy. 🚀
