ZestPal Interview Privacy Notice

I’d like to keep things simple and transparent about how I use the information you share with me during our interview or podcast conversation.

What I collect and why: I may keep your name and contact details, your interview recording and transcript, and the information you choose to share. I use this material to produce the ZestPal podcast and to research, develop and create other ZestPal content and products. These newly created materials will be owned by ZestPal.

What will these interviews be used to create:

With your permission, your interview may be used in:

  • Social media content

  • Videos or short clips

  • Audio content (such as podcasts)

  • Written stories or educational material

  • Future projects such as books, films, or learning resources

How is your privacy protected: Your comfort and privacy are a top priority.

You can choose how your story is shared:

  • Use your real name, a pseudonym, or remain fully anonymous

  • Approve only certain formats (e.g., audio but not video)

Nothing is used without your clear permission.

Is there any compensation for participating: At this stage, participation is voluntary and unpaid.

This project is in its early phases and it’s focused on building a meaningful library of stories and insights. If this changes in the future (for example, for larger productions or collaborations), it will always be clearly communicated in advance.

AI and service providers: I may use trusted recording, transcription, storage and AI tools to help me process interview material. These providers process information on my behalf. Some may be located outside the EU/EEA. I don't sell your personal information.

Legal basis: For the new uses covered by the guest permission form, I rely on your consent. You can change your preferences or withdraw your consent for future processing by emailing me at gabriella@zestpal.co.

How long I keep it: I keep interview materials for as long as reasonably needed for the purposes described above and take reasonable steps to keep it secure.

Your rights: Depending on the circumstances, you may have rights to access, correct, delete or restrict the use of your personal information, or to object to certain processing. You can also complain to your data protection authority if you believe your privacy rights have not been respected.

Last updated: 10. Sept. 2026.