Privacy Policy of www.marcelacrhonkova.com

This Privacy Policy outlines how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you use this website and related services offered by Marcela Crhonkova (psychologist and counselor).

By visiting this site or providing personal data, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Types of Data Collected

Depending on how you interact with this website, the following personal data may be collected:

Data Collection via Google Forms​

When you submit information through our Google Forms, we collect the data you provide, which may include personal details necessary for event registration and communication. This data is stored securely and used solely for the purposes stated in the form.​

Legal Basis for Processing​

We process your data based on your consent, which you provide by submitting the form. You have the right to withdraw this consent at any time by contacting us.​

Data Retention​

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal or reporting requirements.​

Your Rights​

Under the GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data, as well as the right to restrict or object to certain processing activities.

  • Contact form / Booking form:

    • First and last name

    • Email address

    • Phone number (optional)

    • Preferred date/time of appointment

    • Any message you choose to submit

  • Newsletter subscription (if applicable):

    • Email address

    • First name

  • Analytics and usage data (via Google Analytics):

    • Browser type, device info, country or city location (approximate), pages visited, time spent on site, etc.

    • This data is collected in an anonymized format and helps improve the website.

Purpose of Data Collection

Your data is collected for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries or messages submitted via the contact form

  • To schedule or manage appointments (if applicable)

  • To send newsletters or relevant updates (only if you explicitly subscribe)

  • To improve the functionality and content of the website via anonymized analytics

Lawful Basis for Processing

Data is processed on the basis of:

  • Your consent (when you voluntarily fill out a form or subscribe to emails)

  • Legitimate interest (e.g., improving services or website functionality)

  • Contractual necessity (e.g., to schedule and confirm appointments)

Storage and Security

All personal data is stored securely and only for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or comply with legal obligations. No personal data is sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Bank transfers for paid services are handled directly between you and your banking provider. No payment or banking data is processed through this website.

Cookies and Trackers

This website may use cookies or similar tracking tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how users interact with the site. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

This website may use:

  • Google Analytics (with anonymized IP): For website statistics and visitor behavior tracking.

  • Google Fonts / Google Maps: To ensure visual functionality and provide directions.

No social media plug-ins or advertising trackers are used on this website.

Platform Services and Hosting

This website is built and hosted on Squarespace, a platform that provides website infrastructure, design tools, and hosting services.

As part of operating this site, Squarespace may process certain technical and usage data—such as browser type, IP address, and device information—to ensure the website runs smoothly and securely.

For more details on how Squarespace handles data, please refer to the Squarespace Privacy Policy.

Interaction with External Platforms

  • Links to external platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, directing you to external official pages. These links do not use tracking cookies or social media widgets (e.g. “Like” or “Share” buttons), and no data is collected unless you interact with those platforms directly.

  • Embedded content from:

  • Calendly – to allow for appointment scheduling directly from the website

  • Google Forms – for occasional questionnaires, inquiries, or session intake

These services may collect usage data as part of their normal functioning. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more details:

No external services are used for advertising or social media tracking.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data held about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority if needed

To exercise any of these rights, please contact: office@marcelacrhonkova.com

Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or services offered. The most recent version will always be posted on this page.

Cookie Policy of www.marcelacrhonkova.com

This Cookie Policy explains how this website uses cookies and similar technologies (collectively referred to as "Trackers") to enhance your experience, provide essential functionality, and collect limited information to improve our services.

1. What are cookies and trackers?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. Similar technologies like scripts and web beacons may also be used. These technologies help us understand how users interact with the website and enable certain features.

For simplicity, all such technologies are referred to in this policy as "Trackers."

2. How and why we use trackers

We use only essential and limited functional and analytical trackers. These help us:

  • Operate the website securely and efficiently

  • Display embedded content (e.g., Google Forms, Calendly)

  • Understand how visitors use the site to improve content and layout

We do not use any marketing or advertising cookies.

3. Types of trackers used

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.

  • Calendly Embed – allows users to book appointments directly through our site

  • Google Forms Embed – used to register for events like retreats or request contact

Analytics Cookies (Anonymized)

Used to collect anonymized usage statistics that help us improve the site.

  • Google Analytics 4 (with IP anonymization): Tracks general site usage (e.g., number of visits, most viewed pages). No personally identifiable information is collected.

Third-Party Links and Embedded Services

We embed or link to the following services:

  • Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn – simple buttons that link to our official profiles (no tracking widgets)

  • Calendly – embedded calendar for booking sessions

  • Google Forms – embedded forms for event registration and contact

These services may set their own cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for details.

4. Managing your preferences

Upon your first visit, you will be asked to accept or decline non-essential cookies through a cookie banner. You can update your preferences anytime.

In addition, you can control cookies through your browser settings:

Blocking all cookies may impact the functionality of some parts of the website.

5. Your rights under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we may collect through cookies

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: office@marcelacrhonkova.com

6. Owner and Contact

Owner and Data Controller:
Marcela Crhonkova
Prague 130 00, Biskupcova 1843/3, Czech Republic
Contact Email: office@marcelacrhonkova.com