Privacy Policy-en
Last updated:
January 13th, 2026
Privacy Policy
raouldejong.nl is the personal website of writer Raoul de Jong. This website respects your privacy and handles personal data with care, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Dutch privacy laws.
1. Data controller
Name: Raoul de Jong
Website: https://www.raouldejong.nl
Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Contact: Contact Raoul de Jong’s manager: Michaël Roumen at michael@michaelroumen.com
Raoul de Jong is responsible for the processing of personal data as described in this privacy policy.
2. Purpose of this website
raouldejong.nl is a personal, non-commercial website intended to share information about writing, books, events, and related personal projects. The website does not sell products or services.
3. Personal data collected
This website only collects personal data when you voluntarily provide it or when it is technically necessary.
This may include:
• Name and email address (for example, when you contact the author)
• Any information you choose to include in a message
• IP address (processed in a limited and privacy-friendly way)
• Basic technical data such as browser type or device information
No sensitive personal data is intentionally collected.
4. Use of personal data
Personal data is used solely for:
• Responding to messages or correspondence
• Maintaining the technical operation and security of the website
• Improving the website’s functionality and content
Personal data is not used for commercial purposes, profiling, or advertising.
5. Legal basis for processing
Personal data is processed on one or more of the following grounds:
• Your consent
• Legitimate interest (such as responding to messages or maintaining website security)
• Legal obligations where applicable
6. Cookies and analytics
raouldejong.nl may use:
• Functional cookies necessary for the website to function
• Privacy-friendly analytical cookies to understand general website usage (without tracking individual visitors)
IP addresses are anonymized where possible. You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
7. Data retention
Personal data is kept only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Data security
Appropriate technical and organizational measures are taken to protect personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or disclosure.
9. Your rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• File a complaint with the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch Data Protection Authority)
Requests can be sent to: michael@michaelroumen.com
10. External links
This website may contain links to external websites (for example, publishers or event pages). Raouldejong.nl is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites.
11. Changes to this policy
This privacy policy may be updated occasionally. The most recent version will always be available on this page.