Privacy Policy

dave.mt — Last updated: 17 February 2026

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by David Borg, a sole trader based in Msida, Malta, trading as dave. (dave.mt). In this Privacy Policy, “I”, “me”, and “my” refer to David Borg.

If you have any questions about this policy or how I handle your data, you can contact me at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: dave.mt

2. What Data I Collect

When you use the contact or quote request form on this website, I collect the following personal data:

• Your name
• Your email address
• Details about your project or enquiry

I also collect anonymous usage data through Google Analytics when you visit the website. This includes information such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and general location data (country/city level). This data does not identify you personally.

3. How I Use Your Data

I use the information you provide through the contact form solely to:

• Respond to your enquiry
• Prepare and send you a quote for web design or related services
• Communicate with you about your project if you become a client

I use Google Analytics data to understand how visitors use the website and to improve its content and performance. This data is aggregated and anonymous.

I will never use your data for unsolicited marketing, and I will never sell or share your personal information with third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), I process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Legitimate interest — to respond to your enquiry and provide the services you have requested
• Consent — where you have explicitly agreed to this Privacy Policy before submitting the contact form

5. Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site.

The information collected includes data such as your IP address (anonymised), browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This data is processed by Google and stored on their servers. Google may transfer this data to countries outside the EU.

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

For more information on how Google uses data, visit: policies.google.com/privacy

6. Cookies

This website uses cookies only for Google Analytics purposes. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help analyse website traffic.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some websites.

7. Data Retention

I retain personal data submitted through the contact form for as long as is necessary to respond to your enquiry and, if applicable, to manage your project. If no working relationship is established, I will delete your data within 12 months of your initial enquiry.

Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of access — you can request a copy of the data I hold about you
• Right to rectification — you can request that I correct any inaccurate data
• Right to erasure — you can request that I delete your personal data
• Right to restrict processing — you can request that I limit how I use your data
• Right to object — you can object to the processing of your data
• Right to data portability — you can request your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at [email protected]. I will respond to all requests within 30 days.

9. Data Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Enquiries submitted through the website form are transmitted securely and stored privately.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your data, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. I encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised date. I encourage you to review this page periodically.

12. Contact & Complaints

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

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: dave.mt

If you are not satisfied with my response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information and Data Protection Commissioner (IDPC), the supervisory authority for data protection in Malta:

• Website: idpc.org.mt
• Email: [email protected]