PRIVACY POLICY
Ferdinand W. Gernandt | ferdiwrites.com
Last updated: March 2026

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1. Introduction

Ferdinand W. Gernandt (“I”, “me”, or “my”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and safeguard personal information submitted through ferdiwrites.com.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

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2. Who I Am

Ferdinand W. Gernandt
Story IP Architect | Screenwriter | Producer | Director
📧 ferdiwg@ferdiwrites.com
📞 +27 83 357 4302
🌐 www.ferdiwrites.com

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3. What Information I Collect

I may collect the following personal information:

•⁠ ⁠Name and email address – when you submit a contact form, book a discovery session, or download the free Screenplay KickStarter Guide
•⁠ ⁠Project details – information you voluntarily share about your story, book, or project during consultations
•⁠ ⁠Payment information – processed securely through third-party payment processors (I do not store card details)
•⁠ ⁠Usage data – pages visited, time on site, browser type (collected anonymously via website analytics)

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4. How I Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

•⁠ ⁠Respond to enquiries and booking requests
•⁠ ⁠Deliver services you have engaged me for
•⁠ ⁠Send the free guide or other resources you requested
•⁠ ⁠Issue invoices and process payments
•⁠ ⁠Improve the website and user experience

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

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5. Third-Party Services

This website uses the following third-party tools that may process your data:

•⁠ ⁠Calendly — for booking discovery sessions (governed by Calendly’s Privacy Policy)
•⁠ ⁠WordPress — website platform
•⁠ ⁠Google Analytics (if active) — anonymous website usage tracking
•⁠ ⁠Payment processors — for handling service payments securely

Each third party operates under their own privacy policy and data practices.

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6. Cookies

This website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some site functionality.

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7. Data Retention

I retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for — or as required by law. Project-related communications and invoices may be retained for up to 5 years for legal and accounting purposes.

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8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

•⁠ ⁠Access the personal data I hold about you
•⁠ ⁠Request correction of inaccurate information
•⁠ ⁠Request deletion of your data
•⁠ ⁠Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact me at ferdiwg@ferdiwrites.com.

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9. International Clients

My services are offered globally. If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or United States, please note that your data may be processed in South Africa, where this business is based. I handle all data with the same standard of care regardless of your location.

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10. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

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11. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be available on this page with a revised date.

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12. Contact

Questions about this policy? Reach out:
📧 ferdiwg@ferdiwrites.com
📞 +27 83 357 4302