Demi Vassou Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01 January 2024
Last Updated: 14 February 2025
Welcome to the official website of Demi Vassou, Legal Consultant & Lawyer in Cyprus (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit [www.demivassou.com] (the “Website”).
By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
- Website Owner: Demi Vassou, Lawyer, Cyprus
- Business Address: [Insert Office Address]
- Email: [Insert Contact Email]
- Phone: [Insert Contact Number]
- Legal Basis: This policy complies with The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, Cyprus Data Protection Law (L.125(I)/2018), and other applicable laws.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
✔ Full name
✔ Email address
✔ Phone number
✔ Address (if required for legal services)
✔ Case-related information (only with client consent)
✔ Payment and invoicing details
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may collect:
✔ IP address
✔ Browser type and version
✔ Device information (desktop, mobile)
✔ Pages visited and interaction data
✔ Cookies and tracking data
c. Sensitive Legal Data
As a lawyer, any personal information related to legal services is handled with the highest confidentiality and in accordance with attorney-client privilege and professional ethics.
3. How We Use Your Information
We process personal data for the following purposes:
✔ Providing Legal Services – To communicate with you, handle legal cases, and provide legal consultations.
✔ Client Correspondence – To respond to inquiries, appointments, or legal matters.
✔ Legal & Regulatory Compliance – To comply with legal obligations, professional standards, and ethical rules.
✔ Website Analytics & Performance – To improve user experience and enhance security.
✔ Marketing Communications (With Consent) – If you opt-in, we may send legal updates, newsletters, or event invitations.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (GDPR Compliance)
We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
✔ Performance of a Contract – When you engage us for legal services.
✔ Legal Obligation – To comply with legal, tax, and professional regulations.
✔ Legitimate Interest – For website security, business operations, and fraud prevention.
✔ Consent – When you subscribe to legal newsletters or marketing materials (you can withdraw consent at any time).
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not share your data with third parties unless necessary for legal compliance or service provision, including:
✔ Legal Authorities & Regulators – If required by law or court order.
✔ Professional Legal Experts – If your case requires specialized legal expertise, with your prior consent.
✔ IT & Security Providers – To maintain website functionality and cybersecurity.
All third-party providers are GDPR-compliant and subject to confidentiality agreements.
6. Data Security & Retention
We implement strict security measures to protect your personal data, including:
✔ SSL encryption on our Website
✔ Secure email and document storage systems
✔ Restricted access to case-sensitive data
✔ Regular cybersecurity audits
Data Retention Period
- Client data related to legal cases: Retained for up to 7 years after case closure, as required by Cyprus law.
- Website inquiries: Retained for 6 months, unless converted into a legal case.
- Marketing subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe.
Once retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR & Cyprus Law
You have the right to:
✔ Access Your Data – Request a copy of your personal data.
✔ Rectify Incorrect Data – Update or correct inaccurate information.
✔ Erase Your Data – Request deletion of your data (subject to legal exceptions).
✔ Restrict Processing – Limit how your data is used.
✔ Data Portability – Request transfer of your data to another lawyer or legal service.
✔ Withdraw Consent – Opt out of marketing communications.
To exercise your rights, contact [Insert Contact Email]. We respond within 30 days as required by law.
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve user experience and website functionality. These may include:
✔ Essential Cookies – Necessary for website security and performance.
✔ Analytics Cookies – Used by Google Analytics to analyze site traffic.
✔ Marketing Cookies – Used for advertising and remarketing (only with user consent).
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
9. Third-Party Links & External Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., legal resources, government agencies). We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. Please review their policies before providing any data.
10. Children’s Privacy
This Website and our legal services are not intended for individuals under 18. If we become aware that a minor has provided personal data, we will delete it immediately.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be:
- Posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
- Communicated via email (if applicable).
Your continued use of this Website constitutes acceptance of any updates.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
📩 Email: [Insert Contact Email]
📍 Office Address: [Insert Office Address]
📞 Phone: [Insert Contact Number]
Demi Vassou Legal Consultant 