Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 24, 2026
Introduction
This privacy policy explains how Andreas Duess ("I", "me", "my") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit duess.com (the "Site").
Information Collection
Information You Provide
If you contact me via email or through links on this site, I may collect:
- Your name
- Email address
- Any other information you choose to provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit this site, the following information may be automatically collected:
- IP address (anonymized by Google Analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Date and time of access
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
This information is collected through Google Analytics and Cloudflare Pages for the purpose of understanding site usage and improving user experience.
How I Use Your Information
I use the information collected to:
- Respond to your inquiries and communications
- Improve the Site's functionality and user experience
- Analyze site usage and traffic patterns
- Ensure the security and integrity of the Site
Cookies and Tracking
Google Analytics
This site uses Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use the site, including:
- Number of visitors
- Pages viewed and navigation paths
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources and referrals
- User demographics and interests (when available)
This information is processed in an anonymized form and used solely to improve the site. Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
- Using browser privacy/incognito mode
For more information about how Google collects and processes data, see Google's Privacy Policy.
Cloudflare
Cloudflare, the hosting provider, may use cookies for security and performance purposes. For more information, see Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.
Third-Party Services
This site uses the following third-party services:
Analytics
- Google Analytics - Website analytics and usage tracking
Hosting and Infrastructure
- Cloudflare Pages - Website hosting and content delivery
External Links
This site contains links to third-party websites and services, including:
- 6 Seeds Consulting
- Ditto
- fiftyplus.co
I am not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Data Retention
I retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Data Security
I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access the personal information I hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict processing of your information
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact me at andreas@duess.com.
Children's Privacy
This Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
Changes to This Policy
I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact me at:
Email: andreas@duess.com