Privacy
Privacy policy
At Washington Horizon, accessible from https://washingtonhorizon.com, your privacy is important to us. This privacy notice explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.
Who we are
Washington Horizon is a publication of Chaedrol Inc. For the purpose of data protection laws, the data controller is:
Chaedrol Inc. 1776 I St NW, Suite 850 Washington, DC 20006 compliance@chaedrol.co,
What data we collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, browser type, device type, IP address, and referral sources (via Google Analytics and similar tools)
- Cookies: Used for analytics, ad personalization (if applicable), and performance optimization
- Contact Information: If you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us directly, we may collect your name and email address
Legal bases for processing
We process your data under one or more of the following legal bases:
- Consent: For analytics, marketing cookies, and newsletter subscriptions
- Legitimate Interest: For site functionality, security, and aggregated performance measurement
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws
How we use your data
- To analyze website traffic and improve user experience
- To deliver and personalize advertising (if applicable)
- To manage subscriptions and respond to contact requests
- We do not sell your personal data.
Data sharing
We may share data with:
- Service providers (e.g., Google Analytics, newsletter platforms)
- Advertising partners (e.g., Google Ads), only with your consent
- Authorities, if required by law
Your rights
- Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct or delete your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- File a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, email us at compliance@chaedrol.com.
Cookies and tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies. On your first visit, you’ll be asked for consent via our cookie banner. You can update your preferences at any time.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and show relevant content or ads,
We use:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the site to function (e.g. security, load balancing).
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g. Google Analytics).
- Marketing cookies: Used to deliver personalized ads (e.g. Google Ads), only with your consent.
Some cookies are set by third-party services, such as:
- Google Analytics – to measure website usage
- Google Ads – for personalized advertising (if enabled)
We do not control third-party cookies, but we make efforts to only load them after you’ve given consent.
Data retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law.
International Transfers
Some service providers may process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In such cases, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place (e.g., standard contractual clauses).
Changes to this notice
We may update this notice occasionally. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date.
Questions
Email us at compliance@chaedrol.com