Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction

GoldenYears Counsel (we, our, us) is committed to protecting personal information of seniors seeking legal guidance. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your data when you visit our website.

2. Data Controller

This service is operated by Google Switzerland GmbH, Hardturmstrasse 201, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland. Business ID CHE-066.157.710.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when you contact us, including name, email address, postal address, phone number and details of your inquiry. We also gather technical data such as browser type, pages visited and referral links to improve our service.

4. Use of Information

Your data is used to:

• Respond to your requests and deliver legal updates
• Maintain records of communications
• Improve website performance and content layout

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage and manage preferences. Types of cookies:

• Essential cookies for secure navigation
• Performance cookies to monitor site traffic
• Preference cookies to remember settings

You may disable cookies through browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

6. GDPR and Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), individuals within the European Economic Area have rights regarding personal data. You may:

• Request access to the personal information we hold
• Ask for correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data when no longer needed
• Restrict or object to processing in certain circumstances
• Receive a copy of your data in a structured format
• Withdraw consent at any time if processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please use our contact form or reach out to our data protection representative.

7. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical and physical measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration or disclosure. Access to your information is limited to personnel with a need to know.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described or to comply with legal obligations. When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Third Party Services

We may use trusted third party service providers for hosting, analytics and technical support. These parties act on our behalf and are bound by confidentiality agreements.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The Effective Date at the top reflects the latest version. Continued use of the site after changes implies acceptance.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please reach out:

GoldenYears Counsel
Google Switzerland GmbH
Hardturmstrasse 201
8005 Zurich
Switzerland
Phone: +41767924088