1. Introduction

Welcome to Blokhoeve Acupuncture. We are committed to safeguarding your personal data and ensuring your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Business Information

Business Name: Blokhoeve Acupuncture  
Address: Hogerhoeve 45, Nieuwegein, Netherlands  
Practitioner: Carin Kleijn, a registered acupuncturist with the Dutch Acupuncture Association (NVA).

KVK: 88708667

3. Data Collection

We collect and process personal data necessary for providing acupuncture services, including but not limited to:
•⁠  ⁠*Personal Identification:* Name, contact details (email, phone number), and address.
•⁠  ⁠*Medical Information:* Health history, treatment records, and notes related to your care.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

Your data is collected for the following purposes:
•⁠  ⁠To provide and manage acupuncture treatments.
•⁠  ⁠To communicate with you regarding appointments and treatment plans.
•⁠  ⁠To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
•⁠  ⁠To improve our services and your overall experience.

5. Data Protection Principles

We adhere to the principles of Privacy by Design and Privacy by Default:
•⁠  ⁠*Privacy by Design:* We integrate data protection into our processing activities and business practices right from the start. This includes implementing appropriate security measures to protect your data.
•⁠  ⁠*Privacy by Default:* We ensure that, by default, only the data necessary for the specified purposes is processed. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.

6. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes physical, technical, and administrative safeguards.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share your personal data with third parties unless:
•⁠  ⁠Required by law or legal proceedings.
•⁠  ⁠Necessary for the provision of your treatment with your explicit consent.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including compliance with legal obligations. Data will be securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
•⁠  ⁠*Access:* Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
•⁠  ⁠*Rectification:* Correct or update inaccurate data.
•⁠  ⁠*Erasure:* Request the deletion of your data, where applicable.
•⁠  ⁠*Restriction:* Limit the processing of your data.
•⁠  ⁠*Objection:* Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
•⁠  ⁠*Portability:* Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format and transfer it to another organization if desired.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Blokhoeve Acupuncture  
Hogerhoeve 45  
Nieuwegein, Netherlands  
Email: blokhoeveacupunctuur@gmail.com
Phone: 0638023684

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*11. Policy Updates*

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website and will take effect immediately upon publication.

Thank you for trusting Blokhoeve Acupuncture with your personal information. We are dedicated to ensuring your privacy and security.