Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 28th of June 2023

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 28th of June 2023

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 28th of June 2023

Owner and Data Controller

Unpack Ethical Design

Trakehner Strasse 27, 50735, Cologne, Germany

unpack.ethicaldesign@gmail.com


Thank you for visiting Unpack Ethical Design ("us," "we," or "our"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information in connection with our website and related services (collectively referred to as the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.


1.Information We Collect and do not collect

1.1 Personal Information:


We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your first name, email address, and occupation, any other information such as your own opinions and feedbacks on toolkit product/service, you choose to provide when contacting us, subscribing to our newsletter, or using our Service.


1.2 Automatically Collected Information:


When you access our Service, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, browsing actions, and patterns. This information may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and other usage information.


1.3 No characteristics and biometric data:


We do not collect any personal information related to protected characteristics, such as age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or physical and mental abilities or disabilities. Additionally, we do not collect any biometric data.



2.Use of Information

2.1 Provide and Improve our Service We may use the information we collect to:


  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service.

  • Respond to your inquiries and fulfil your requests.

  • Send you administrative and service-related communications.

  • Personalise and enhance your experience on our Service.

  • Analyse usage patterns to improve our Service and develop new features, products, or services.


2.2 Marketing and Communications:

With your consent, we may send you promotional and marketing communications about our Service, including updates, newsletters, and other information that may be of interest to you. You can opt-out of receiving such communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the communication or by contacting us directly or by clicking ‘unsubscribe’ on the emails you previously received. 


2.3 Analytics and Contacting the User:


The services in this section allow us to monitor and analyse web traffic to track user behaviour.


-Google Analytics (Google Ireland Limited)

Google Analytics is a web analysis service provided by Google Ireland Limited ("Google"). It helps us track and analyse the usage of our website, prepare activity reports, and share them with other Google services.

The data collected by Google Analytics may be used by Google to personalise and contextualise advertisements within its advertising network.

Personal data processed: Tracker; Usage Data. Location of processing: Ireland

Category of personal data collected under CCPA: Internet information.


This processing activity may be considered a sale under the definition of CCPA. In addition to the information provided in this section, users can find details on how to opt out of the sale in the section that outlines the rights of California consumers.


-Contacting the User

Contact form on this website

By submitting the contact form with their personal data, the User authorises us to use the provided details to respond to requests for information, quotes, or any other inquiries as indicated in the form's header.

Personal data processed: Email address; First name; Occupation.

Category of personal data collected under CCPA: Identifiers.


3.Sharing of Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

  • With our trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, conducting our business, or servicing you.

  • With our affiliates, subsidiaries, or parent company for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy.

  • In response to a valid court order, subpoena, or other legal process, or as otherwise required by law.

  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as that of our users or any third party.

  • With your consent or at your direction.


4.Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect it. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee its absolute security.


5.1 Third-Party Service Providers:

We may utilise the services of third-party providers, such as 'Framer' and 'Formspark', to enhance the functionality of our website and collect or process certain information on our behalf. These providers may have access to your personal information to the extent necessary to perform their services. We select third-party service providers who we believe take appropriate measures to protect the security of your information. However, we do not have direct control over their security practices, and their use of your information is governed by their respective privacy policies.


5.2 Data Retention:

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will securely dispose of your personal information when it is no longer needed or upon your request.


5.3 Breach Notification:

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, where legally required, we will promptly notify you and any applicable authorities as may be required by law.


5.4 International Transfers:

We may transfer and process your personal information outside of your country of residence. The privacy laws and standards in these countries may not be equivalent to those in your jurisdiction. By using our Service and providing your personal information, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.


5.5 California Privacy Rights:

If you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights regarding the collection and use of your personal information. Please refer to our separate California Privacy Notice for more information about your rights and how to exercise them.


5.Your Rights

You may choose not to provide certain personal information, but this may limit or prevent you from using certain features of our Service.

You can update or correct your personal information by contacting us directly. You can also opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the instructions provided in the communication or contacting us directly.


As a user of the Unpack Ethical Design website, you may have rights available to you regarding your personal information. These rights are based on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and include:


  • Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information and information about how and on what basis it is processed.


  • Right to Rectification: If your personal information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request its correction or completion.


  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or processed. We strive to anonymise your personal information within 30 days upon receiving your deletion request.


  • Right to Restriction of Processing: Under certain circumstances, you have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal information.


  • Right to Data Portability: If our processing of your personal information is based on your consent or the performance of a contract, you have the right to request your personal information to be provided in a machine-readable format to you or a third party.


  • Right to Withdraw Consent: If our processing of your personal information is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.


  • Right to Information on International Transfers: You have the right to obtain information about the appropriate safeguards under which your personal information is transferred to a third country or international organisation outside the European Economic Area.


  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority for data protection if you believe that your rights under the GDPR have been violated.


In addition to the above rights, you have the right to object, on grounds relating to your specific situation, to the processing of your personal information based on our legitimate interests, including profiling. You also have the right to object at any time to the processing of your personal information for marketing or promotional purposes, including profiling for such purposes.


Please note that these rights are subject to certain limitations and exceptions as provided by applicable data protection laws. To exercise your rights or if you have any questions or concerns regarding the processing of your personal information, please contact us using the information provided in the form of "Contact Us" section of this Privacy Policy.


  1. Platform Services and Hosting

The purpose of utilising platform services and hosting is to host and operate essential components of this website, enabling the seamless provision of our services through a unified platform. These platforms offer a diverse range of tools to us, including analytics, user registration, commenting, database management, e-commerce, and payment processing. Consequently, the collection and processing of personal data may be involved in the use of these tools.


We rely on the following third-party vendors and hosting partners to facilitate the operation of our Service:

  • Framer: We utilise Framer as a platform service to enhance the functionality of our website. Framer provides various tools and features that contribute to the overall user experience. Please note that the use of Framer may involve the collection and handling of personal data as outlined in their respective privacy policy.

    Link: https://www.framer.com/legal/privacy-statement/



  • Formspark: We utilise Formspark to assist in data collection through forms on our website. Formspark enables us to gather and process information submitted by users. Please be aware that the use of Formspark may entail the collection and handling of personal data as specified in their respective privacy policy.

    Link: https://formspark.io/legal/privacy-policy/


To ensure the smooth functioning of our Service, we rely on these third-party vendors and hosting partners to provide the necessary infrastructure, including hardware, software, networking, storage, and related technologies.


It's important to note that while we strive to partner with reputable service providers who prioritise data security, we do not have direct control over their privacy practices. Therefore, we encourage you to review the privacy policies of Framer and Formspark to understand how they handle personal data.


Please be aware that this section is provided for informational purposes only and does not supersede or modify any terms or conditions outlined in the privacy policies of the aforementioned platform services and hosting providers.



Owner and Data Controller

Unpack Ethical Design

Trakehner Strasse 27, 50735, Cologne, Germany

unpack.ethicaldesign@gmail.com


Thank you for visiting Unpack Ethical Design ("us," "we," or "our"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information in connection with our website and related services (collectively referred to as the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the terms and practices described in this Privacy Policy.


1.Information We Collect and do not collect

1.1 Personal Information:


We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, such as your first name, email address, and occupation, any other information such as your own opinions and feedbacks on toolkit product/service, you choose to provide when contacting us, subscribing to our newsletter, or using our Service.


1.2 Automatically Collected Information:


When you access our Service, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, browsing actions, and patterns. This information may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and other usage information.


1.3 No characteristics and biometric data:


We do not collect any personal information related to protected characteristics, such as age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or physical and mental abilities or disabilities. Additionally, we do not collect any biometric data.



2.Use of Information

2.1 Provide and Improve our Service We may use the information we collect to:


  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service.

  • Respond to your inquiries and fulfil your requests.

  • Send you administrative and service-related communications.

  • Personalise and enhance your experience on our Service.

  • Analyse usage patterns to improve our Service and develop new features, products, or services.


2.2 Marketing and Communications:

With your consent, we may send you promotional and marketing communications about our Service, including updates, newsletters, and other information that may be of interest to you. You can opt-out of receiving such communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the communication or by contacting us directly or by clicking ‘unsubscribe’ on the emails you previously received. 


2.3 Analytics and Contacting the User:


The services in this section allow us to monitor and analyse web traffic to track user behaviour.


-Google Analytics (Google Ireland Limited)

Google Analytics is a web analysis service provided by Google Ireland Limited ("Google"). It helps us track and analyse the usage of our website, prepare activity reports, and share them with other Google services.

The data collected by Google Analytics may be used by Google to personalise and contextualise advertisements within its advertising network.

Personal data processed: Tracker; Usage Data. Location of processing: Ireland

Category of personal data collected under CCPA: Internet information.


This processing activity may be considered a sale under the definition of CCPA. In addition to the information provided in this section, users can find details on how to opt out of the sale in the section that outlines the rights of California consumers.


-Contacting the User

Contact form on this website

By submitting the contact form with their personal data, the User authorises us to use the provided details to respond to requests for information, quotes, or any other inquiries as indicated in the form's header.

Personal data processed: Email address; First name; Occupation.

Category of personal data collected under CCPA: Identifiers.


3.Sharing of Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

  • With our trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, conducting our business, or servicing you.

  • With our affiliates, subsidiaries, or parent company for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy.

  • In response to a valid court order, subpoena, or other legal process, or as otherwise required by law.

  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as that of our users or any third party.

  • With your consent or at your direction.


4.Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect it. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee its absolute security.


5.1 Third-Party Service Providers:

We may utilise the services of third-party providers, such as 'Framer' and 'Formspark', to enhance the functionality of our website and collect or process certain information on our behalf. These providers may have access to your personal information to the extent necessary to perform their services. We select third-party service providers who we believe take appropriate measures to protect the security of your information. However, we do not have direct control over their security practices, and their use of your information is governed by their respective privacy policies.


5.2 Data Retention:

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We will securely dispose of your personal information when it is no longer needed or upon your request.


5.3 Breach Notification:

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, where legally required, we will promptly notify you and any applicable authorities as may be required by law.


5.4 International Transfers:

We may transfer and process your personal information outside of your country of residence. The privacy laws and standards in these countries may not be equivalent to those in your jurisdiction. By using our Service and providing your personal information, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.


5.5 California Privacy Rights:

If you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights regarding the collection and use of your personal information. Please refer to our separate California Privacy Notice for more information about your rights and how to exercise them.


5.Your Rights

You may choose not to provide certain personal information, but this may limit or prevent you from using certain features of our Service.

You can update or correct your personal information by contacting us directly. You can also opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the instructions provided in the communication or contacting us directly.


As a user of the Unpack Ethical Design website, you may have rights available to you regarding your personal information. These rights are based on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and include:


  • Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information and information about how and on what basis it is processed.


  • Right to Rectification: If your personal information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request its correction or completion.


  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or processed. We strive to anonymise your personal information within 30 days upon receiving your deletion request.


  • Right to Restriction of Processing: Under certain circumstances, you have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal information.


  • Right to Data Portability: If our processing of your personal information is based on your consent or the performance of a contract, you have the right to request your personal information to be provided in a machine-readable format to you or a third party.


  • Right to Withdraw Consent: If our processing of your personal information is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.


  • Right to Information on International Transfers: You have the right to obtain information about the appropriate safeguards under which your personal information is transferred to a third country or international organisation outside the European Economic Area.


  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority for data protection if you believe that your rights under the GDPR have been violated.


In addition to the above rights, you have the right to object, on grounds relating to your specific situation, to the processing of your personal information based on our legitimate interests, including profiling. You also have the right to object at any time to the processing of your personal information for marketing or promotional purposes, including profiling for such purposes.


Please note that these rights are subject to certain limitations and exceptions as provided by applicable data protection laws. To exercise your rights or if you have any questions or concerns regarding the processing of your personal information, please contact us using the information provided in the form of "Contact Us" section of this Privacy Policy.


  1. Platform Services and Hosting

The purpose of utilising platform services and hosting is to host and operate essential components of this website, enabling the seamless provision of our services through a unified platform. These platforms offer a diverse range of tools to us, including analytics, user registration, commenting, database management, e-commerce, and payment processing. Consequently, the collection and processing of personal data may be involved in the use of these tools.


We rely on the following third-party vendors and hosting partners to facilitate the operation of our Service:

  • Framer: We utilise Framer as a platform service to enhance the functionality of our website. Framer provides various tools and features that contribute to the overall user experience. Please note that the use of Framer may involve the collection and handling of personal data as outlined in their respective privacy policy.

    Link: https://www.framer.com/legal/privacy-statement/



  • Formspark: We utilise Formspark to assist in data collection through forms on our website. Formspark enables us to gather and process information submitted by users. Please be aware that the use of Formspark may entail the collection and handling of personal data as specified in their respective privacy policy.

    Link: https://formspark.io/legal/privacy-policy/


To ensure the smooth functioning of our Service, we rely on these third-party vendors and hosting partners to provide the necessary infrastructure, including hardware, software, networking, storage, and related technologies.


It's important to note that while we strive to partner with reputable service providers who prioritise data security, we do not have direct control over their privacy practices. Therefore, we encourage you to review the privacy policies of Framer and Formspark to understand how they handle personal data.


Please be aware that this section is provided for informational purposes only and does not supersede or modify any terms or conditions outlined in the privacy policies of the aforementioned platform services and hosting providers.