DATA RETENTION POLICY
Last Updated: March 15, 2026

1. Purpose of This Policy
This Data Retention Policy explains how long CHARLES DEMICHER retains personal data collected through this website (“Site”) and the principles that guide the storage, preservation, and deletion of such information.
We retain only what is necessary, only for as long as required, and always in accordance with applicable laws and legitimate business purposes.

2. Retention Principles
We retain personal data only for the duration necessary to:

fulfill the purpose for which it was collected

respond to inquiries or requests

maintain accurate business and administrative records

comply with legal or regulatory obligations

protect the Company’s rights, interests, and security

We do not retain personal data longer than needed.

3. Categories of Data and Retention Periods
Contact Form Submissions
Retained only as long as necessary to respond to the inquiry or manage ongoing communication.

Appointment or Consultation Requests
Retained for scheduling, administrative follow?up, and record?keeping purposes.

Email Communications
Retained as long as reasonably required for business, administrative, or legal purposes.

Technical Logs & Security Data
Retained for system integrity, troubleshooting, analytics (if enabled), and security monitoring.

4. Deletion of Data
When personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted, anonymized, or otherwise removed from active systems.
Users may request deletion of their personal data where permitted by applicable law.

5. Exceptions
Certain information may be retained longer if required for:

legal compliance

dispute resolution

fraud prevention

security investigations

enforcement of policies or agreements

6. Contact
Requests or questions related to data retention may be submitted through the communication channels provided on the Site.