Privacy Policy

Status: 17.06.2023

We are pleased about your interest in our company. Data protection has a particularly high priority for the management. The use of our website is possible without any indication of personal data. However, if a data subject wants to use special services of our enterprise via our website, processing of personal data could become necessary. If the processing of personal data is necessary and there is no legal basis for the processing, we will generally obtain the consent of the data subject.

The processing of personal data, such as the name, address, e-mail address, or telephone number of a data subject shall always be in line with the General Data Protection Regulation and the country-specific data protection regulations applicable to us. With this data protection declaration, our enterprise wishes to inform the public about the type, scope, and purpose of the personal data we collect, use, and process. In addition, this data protection declaration informs data subjects of their rights.

As the controller, we have implemented numerous technical and organisational measures to ensure the fullest possible protection of personal data processed through this website. However, data transmissions over the Internet can always present security vulnerabilities, so that absolute protection cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, any data subject is free to transmit personal data to us by alternative means, e.g. by telephone.

Definitions

The data protection declaration is based on the terms used by the European Directive and Regulation when enacting the General Data Protection Regulation (DS-GVO). Our data protection declaration should be easy to read and understand for the public as well as for our customers and business partners. To ensure this, we would like to explain the terms used in advance.

In this data protection declaration we use, among others, the following terms:

(a) Personal data

Personal data shall mean any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (hereinafter referred to as 'data subject'). An identifiable natural person is one who can be identified, directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identifier such as a name, an identification number, location data, an online identifier or to one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity of that natural person.

b) Interested

Data subject shall mean any identified or identifiable natural person whose personal data are processed by the controller.

(c) Treatment

Processing shall mean any operation or set of operations which is performed upon personal data, whether or not by automatic means, such as collection, recording, organisation, storage, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure or destruction.

d) Restriction of treatment

Restriction of processing consists of marking stored personal data in order to limit their future processing.

e) Profiling

Profiling shall mean any automated processing of personal data consisting in using such personal data to evaluate certain personal aspects relating to a natural person, in particular to analyse or predict aspects concerning that natural person's work performance, financial situation, health, personal preferences, interests, trustworthiness, behaviour, location or change of location.

f) Pseudonymisation

Pseudonymisation is the processing of personal data in such a way that personal data can no longer be attributed to a specific data subject without the use of additional information, provided that such additional information is kept separately and is subject to technical and organisational measures ensuring that the personal data are not attributed to an identified or identifiable natural person.

g) Controller or processor

The controller or processor is the natural or legal person, public authority, service or other body which alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data. Where the purposes and means of such processing are determined by Union or Member State law, the controller or the specific criteria for its designation may be provided for by Union or Member State law.

(h) Data processor

Processor: a natural or legal person, public authority, agency or other body processing personal data on behalf of the controller.

(i) Addressee

A recipient is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency or other body to whom personal data are disclosed, whether or not it is a third party. However, public authorities which may receive personal data in the framework of a specific fact-finding mission under Union or Member State law shall not be considered as recipients.

j) Third

Third party shall mean any natural or legal person, public authority, service or other body other than the data subject, the controller, the processor and the persons authorised to process personal data under the direct responsibility of the controller or the processor.

k) Consent

Consent shall mean any freely given specific and informed indication of his or her wishes in the form of a statement or any other unambiguous affirmative act by which the data subject signifies his or her agreement to personal data relating to him or her being processed.

Cookies

Internet pages use cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored on a computer system by a web browser.

Numerous websites and servers on the Internet use cookies. Many cookies contain a so-called cookie ID. A cookie ID is a unique identifier of the cookie. It consists of a string of characters by means of which Internet pages and servers can be assigned to the specific Internet browser in which the cookie was stored. This allows visited websites and servers to distinguish the individual browser of the data subject from other web browsers that contain other cookies. A specific internet browser can be recognised and identified through the unique identifier of the cookie.

By using cookies, users of this website can provide more user-friendly services that would not be possible without the cookie settings.

By means of a cookie, the information and offers on our website can be optimised for the benefit of the user. As already mentioned, cookies enable us to recognise users of our website. The purpose of this recognition is to make it easier for users to use our website. For example, the user of a website that uses cookies does not have to re-enter his or her login details each time he or she visits the website, as this is done by the website and the cookie stored on the user's computer system. Another example is a cookie from a shopping basket in an online shop. The online shop remembers the items that a customer has placed in the virtual shopping basket by means of a cookie.

The data subject can prevent the installation of cookies by our website at any time by making the appropriate settings on the Internet browser used, and thus permanently object to the installation of cookies. In addition, cookies that have already been set can be deleted at any time using an Internet browser or other software programs. This is possible with all common Internet browsers. If you deactivate the installation of cookies in the Internet browser you use, you may not be able to make full use of all the functions of our website.

General data and information collection

The website collects a series of general data and information each time a data subject or automated system accesses the website. This general data and information is stored in the server log files. The following data may be collected: (1) the browser types and versions used, (2) the operating system used by the access system, (3) the website from which an access system accesses our website (the so-called referrer), (4) the sub-sites accessed via an access system on our website, (5) the date and time of an access to the website, (6) an Internet protocol address (IP address), (7) the Internet service provider of the access system, and (8) other similar data and information that serve to prevent dangers in the event of attacks on our information technology systems.

When using this general data and information, we do not draw any conclusions about the data subject. This information is rather necessary to (1) correctly provide the contents of our website, (2) optimise the contents of our website as well as the advertising thereof, (3) ensure the permanent operability of our information technology systems and the technology of our website as well as (4) provide law enforcement authorities with the necessary information for processing in the event of a cyber attack. Therefore, anonymously collected data and information are, on the one hand, statistically evaluated by us and, on the other hand, evaluated with the aim of increasing the data protection and data security of our company so that ultimately an optimal level of protection of the personal data we process is guaranteed. Anonymised data from server log files is stored separately from any personal data provided by a data subject.

Register on our website

The data subject has the opportunity to register on the website of the controller by providing personal data. The personal data that is transmitted to the controller in the process results from the respective input mask used for registration. The personal data entered by the data subject is collected and stored exclusively for internal use by the controller and for its own purposes. The controller may arrange for the data to be transferred to one or more processors, for example a parcel service provider, who will also use the personal data exclusively for internal use attributable to the controller.

When registering on the website of the controller, the IP address assigned by the internet service provider (ISP) of the data subject, the date and time of registration are also stored. The storage of this data takes place against the background that only in this way can the misuse of our services be prevented and, if necessary, this data enables criminal offences that have been committed to be clarified. In this respect, the storage of this data is necessary for the protection of the data controller. As a matter of principle, this data is not passed on to third parties, unless there is a legal obligation to pass it on or the passing on serves the purpose of criminal prosecution.

The registration of the data subject through the voluntary provision of personal data serves the controller to offer the data subject content or services which, due to the nature of the subject matter, can only be offered to registered users. Registered data subjects are free to change the personal data provided during registration at any time or to delete them completely from the data controller's database.

The controller shall at all times provide any data subject who so requests with information on the personal data stored concerning him or her. Furthermore, the controller shall rectify or erase personal data at the data subject's request or on the data subject's indication, provided that this is not contrary to any legal obligation to store them. All staff of the controller shall be available to the data subject as contact persons in this context.

Contact possibilities through the website

Due to legal requirements, the website contains information that enables a quick electronic contact to our enterprise, as well as direct communication with us, which also includes a general address of the so-called electronic mail (e-mail address). If a data subject contacts the controller by e-mail or via a contact form, the personal data transmitted by the data subject will be stored automatically. The personal data voluntarily transmitted by a data subject to the controller shall be stored for the purpose of processing or contacting the data subject. This personal data will not be disclosed to third parties.

Accommodation

The hosting services we use are for the provision of the following services: infrastructure and platform services, computing capacity, storage space and database services, security services and technical maintenance services, which we use in order to operate this online offering.

In doing so, we, or our hosting provider, process inventory data, contact data, content data, contractual data, usage data, metadata and communication data of customers, interested parties and visitors of this online offer on the basis of our legitimate interests in an efficient and secure provision of this online offer in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f DSGVO in connection with Art. 28 DSGVO (conclusion of a contract). 28 DSGVO (conclusion of an order processing contract).

Systematic deletion and blocking of personal data

The controller shall process and store the data subject's personal data only for the period of time necessary to achieve the purpose of storage or where provided for by the European Directive and Regulation or other legislator in laws or regulations to which the controller is subject.

If the purpose of storage no longer applies or if a storage period prescribed by the European Directive and Regulation or by another competent legislator expires, the personal data will be routinely blocked or deleted in accordance with the legal provisions.

Rights of the data subject

a) Right of confirmation

Every data subject has the right, as recognised by the European Directive and Regulation, to obtain from the controller, at any time and free of charge, information about the personal data stored concerning him or her, as well as a copy of that information.

b) Right of access

Any person concerned by the processing of personal data has the right under the European Directive and Regulation to obtain from the controller, at any time and free of charge, information about the personal data stored concerning him or her, as well as a copy of that information.

c) Right of rectification

Any person concerned by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by the European Directive and Regulation, to obtain without delay the rectification of inaccurate personal data concerning him or her. In addition, the data subject has the right to request that incomplete personal data be supplemented, including by means of a supplementary statement, taking into account the purposes of the processing.

If the data subject wishes to exercise this right of rectification, he or she may, at any time, contact any employee of the controller.

(d) Right of suppression

Any person concerned by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by the European Directive and Regulation, to obtain from the controller the erasure without delay of personal data relating to him or her.

(e) Right to restriction of processing

Any person concerned by the processing of personal data has the right, according to the European Directive and Regulation, to obtain from the controller the restriction of the processing when one of the following conditions is met: a) The data subject contests the accuracy of the personal data and a time limit is granted for verifying the accuracy of the personal data. b) The processing is unlawful, and the data subject requests restriction instead of erasure. c) The controller no longer needs the data, but the data subject requires them for legal purposes. d) The data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Article 21(1) of the GDPR, and it is unclear whether legitimate grounds prevail. If one of these conditions is met, and the data subject wishes to request the restriction, he or she may at any time contact any employee of the controller, who will arrange the restriction of the processing.

(f) Right to data portability

Any individual concerned by the processing of personal data has the right, under the European Directive and Regulation, to receive his or her personal data in a structured and commonly used format that he or she has provided to the controller. He or she may also transfer these data to another controller if the processing is based on consent or a contract, and is carried out in an automated manner, unless there are important public interests involved. If you wish to exercise this right, you can contact us at any time.

(g) Right to object

Any individual concerned by the processing of personal data has the right under the European Directive and Regulation to object at any time to the processing of his or her personal data on grounds relating to his or her particular situation, unless there are compelling legitimate grounds justifying the processing. This includes objecting to processing for direct marketing purposes. The data subject may also object to the processing of personal data for scientific, historical or statistical research purposes if it is not necessary for the public interest. To exercise this right, the data subject may contact us. This version condenses the right to object without losing essential information.

(h) Automated decisions in individual cases, including profiling.

Everyone concerned by the processing of personal data has the right, according to the European Directive and the Regulation, not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processes, including profiling, which have a significant impact on his or her legal or personal situation. This does not apply where the decision is necessary for a contract, is authorised by law or has the data subject's explicit consent.

If the decision meets any of these conditions, measures will be taken to protect the data subject's rights and interests, including his or her right to intervene and challenge the decision. To exercise these rights, the data subject may contact us at any time.

i) Right to withdraw consent in accordance with data protection law.

Any person concerned by the processing of personal data has the right under the European Directive and Regulation to withdraw his or her consent to the processing of personal data at any time.

If the data subject wishes to exercise the right to withdraw the consent, he or she may, at any time, contact any employee of the controller.

Legal basis for processing

Article 6 Ilit. a DS-GVO serves as the legal basis for our enterprise for processing operations in which we obtain the consent for a specific processing purpose. If the processing of personal data is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, as is the case, for example, for processing operations which are necessary for the delivery of goods or the performance of another service or consideration, the processing is based on Article 6 Illustration b DS-GVO. The same applies to processing operations that are necessary for the implementation of pre-contractual measures, for example in the case of enquiries about our products or services. If our company is subject to a legal obligation that makes the processing of personal data necessary, e.g. for the fulfilment of tax obligations, the processing is based on Art. 6 Ill. c DS-GVO. In exceptional cases, the processing of personal data may be necessary to protect the vital interests of the data subject or another natural person. This would be the case, for example, if a visitor is injured on our premises and, as a result, his or her name, age, health insurance data or other vital information has to be disclosed to a doctor, hospital or other third party. In such a case, the processing would be based on Art. 6 Ill. d DS-GVO.

Finally, processing operations could be based on Art. 6 Ilit. f DS-GVO. Processing operations which are not covered by any of the aforementioned legal bases are based on this legal basis if the processing is necessary for the protection of a legitimate interest of our company or a third party, provided that the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject do not prevail. These processing operations are permitted to us in particular because they were specifically mentioned by the European legislator. In this regard, it considered that a legitimate interest could be presumed if the data subject is a customer of the controller (Recital 47, sentence 2 of the GDPR).

Legitimate interests in the processing pursued by the controller or a third party

Where the processing of personal data is based on Article 6 Ilit. f DS-GVO, our legitimate interest is the conduct of our business for the benefit of the well-being of all our employees and our shareholders.

Duration of storage of personal data

The criterion for the duration of the storage of personal data is the respective statutory retention period. After this period has elapsed, the relevant data is routinely deleted if it is no longer required for the performance or initiation of the contract.

Legal or contractual provisions for the provision of personal data; necessity for the conclusion of the contract; obligation of the data subject to provide personal data; possible consequences of failure to provide data

We inform you that the provision of personal data is sometimes required by law (e.g. tax regulations) or may also result from contractual regulations (e.g. information on the contracting party).

Sometimes, in order to conclude a contract, it may be necessary for the data subject to provide us with personal data which will subsequently need to be processed by us. For example, the data subject is obliged to provide us with personal data if our company concludes a contract with him or her. If the personal data are not provided, the contract cannot be concluded with the data subject.

Prior to the collection of personal data, the data subject shall first contact one of our employees. Our employee will inform the data subject on a case-by-case basis whether the provision of personal data is required by law or contract, or is necessary for the conclusion of the contract, whether there is an obligation to provide personal data, and what the consequences of non-provision of personal data would be.

Existence of automated decision-making

As a responsible company, we do not use automated decision making or profiling.