1. Introduction
DevForge ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website at devforgelab.eu (the "Site") or contact us through our contact form.
We operate from Norway and process your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU Regulation 2016/679) and the Norwegian Personal Data Act (Personopplysningsloven).
If you have any questions about this policy, you can reach us via Telegram at @hajo101378.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is DevForge. Since we are a small agency without a registered legal entity at this time, the owner of DevForge acts as the data controller. You can contact us via Telegram at @hajo101378 for any data protection inquiries.
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the personal data that you voluntarily provide to us through our contact form:
- Name — to address you personally in our communication
- Email address — to respond to your inquiry
- Company name (optional) — to understand your business context
- Service interest — to understand what you need help with
- Budget estimate — to provide relevant pricing information
- Message content — the details you share about your project
We do not collect any sensitive personal data, such as health information, political opinions, or financial data (beyond budget ranges).
We do not use cookies, analytics tools, tracking pixels, or any form of automated tracking on our Site. Our website is intentionally tracking-free.
4. How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal data in the following ways:
- Direct interactions: When you fill out our contact form with your name, email, and message
- Telegram: If you contact us via Telegram, we receive the information you choose to share through that platform
We do not use any automated data collection methods, cookies, or third-party tracking services.
5. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|---|
| Respond to your inquiry | Name, email, message | Article 6(1)(f) — Legitimate interest |
| Provide a project quote | Name, email, company, service, budget, message | Article 6(1)(b) — Contractual necessity (pre-contractual measures) |
| Communicate during project | Name, email | Article 6(1)(b) — Contractual necessity |
6. Data Storage and Security
Your personal data is stored securely and only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy.
- Contact form submissions are sent to us via Netlify Forms and are stored within Netlify's infrastructure. We receive these submissions by email and may store them in our email account for the duration of our communication.
- Email communications are stored in our email system for the duration of our client relationship, plus a reasonable period afterward for record-keeping purposes (up to 3 years after project completion).
- Telegram messages are retained within Telegram's platform according to their own privacy practices. We recommend reviewing Telegram's privacy policy for details.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encrypted email connections (TLS) and secure password practices.
7. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. We only share data with the following service providers who help us operate our business:
- Netlify, Inc. (USA) — Our website host and form processor. Netlify stores form submissions on servers located in the United States. Netlify is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. View Netlify's Privacy Policy
- Telegram — If you contact us via Telegram, your data is processed according to Telegram's own privacy policy.
We have data processing agreements (DPAs) in place where required to ensure your data is protected to GDPR standards.
8. International Data Transfers
Our website is hosted by Netlify on servers located in the United States. When you submit a contact form, your data is transferred to and stored in the United States. This transfer is safeguarded by:
- Netlify's certification under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework (adequacy decision by the European Commission)
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where applicable
By submitting your personal data, you consent to this transfer, storage, and processing.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Inquiry submissions: Deleted within 3 years after our last communication, or earlier upon your request
- Client project data: Retained for the duration of our contract plus 3 years for legal record-keeping
- Email correspondence: Retained as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose of our communication
10. Your Rights Under GDPR
Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Access | You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you |
| Rectification | You can ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data |
| Erasure | You can request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten") |
| Restriction | You can restrict how we process your data under certain circumstances |
| Portability | You can request your data in a machine-readable format |
| Objection | You can object to processing based on legitimate interest |
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via Telegram at @hajo101378. We will respond to your request within 30 days as required by GDPR.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. In Norway, this is the Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet): www.datatilsynet.no.
11. Cookies and Tracking
Our website does not use cookies, web storage, analytics tools, or any form of tracking. We intentionally designed our site to respect your privacy by not collecting any browsing data.
The only data we receive is what you choose to send us through our contact form or via Telegram.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Telegram). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal data.
13. Children's Privacy
Our services are directed at businesses and individuals over the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
- Telegram: @hajo101378
We do not use email for privacy inquiries. All data protection matters should be directed via Telegram.