Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you access luciensorel.com (the “Site”) or subscribe to the newsletter.

The Site is operated from France and complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”).

1. Data Controller

The data controller is the publisher of this Site.

Contact: contact@luciensorel.com

2. Personal Data Collected

a) Newsletter Subscription

When you subscribe to the newsletter, the following data may be collected:

  • Email address
  • Date and time of subscription

This data is used exclusively to send newsletter communications.

b) Server Logs

When you access the Site, standard server logs may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Date and time of access
  • Requested pages

This information is used solely for technical operation, security monitoring, and abuse prevention.

No profiling or behavioral tracking is performed.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed under the following legal bases:

  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR — Consent (newsletter subscription)
  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR — Legitimate interest (security, fraud prevention, and technical operation of the Site)

4. Use of Data

Personal data is used exclusively for:

  • Sending newsletter communications
  • Managing subscriptions and unsubscribe requests
  • Ensuring technical stability and security

Personal data is never sold or rented.

5. Data Retention

  • Newsletter data is retained until the user unsubscribes or requests deletion.
  • Technical logs are retained only as long as necessary for security and operational purposes.

6. Data Processors

The Site uses third-party service providers acting as data processors:

  • Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL (hosting and infrastructure)
  • Amazon Simple Email Service (SES) (email delivery)

These providers process data on behalf of the Site under appropriate safeguards.

7. International Transfers

Data may be processed on servers located within the European Union and, where applicable, in jurisdictions approved by the European Commission or subject to appropriate safeguards.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate data
  • Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact: contact@luciensorel.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

9. Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

10. Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated when necessary. The latest version will always be available on this page.