Thank you for visiting our website.

The protection of your personal data, such as date of birth, name, telephone number, address, etc., is important to us.

The purpose of this privacy policy is to inform you about the processing of your personal data that we collect when you visit our website. Our data protection practices comply with the statutory provisions of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). The following privacy policy serves to fulfill the information obligations arising from the GDPR. These can be found, for example, in Art. 13 and Art. 14 ff. GDPR.

Controller

The controller within the meaning of Art. 4 No. 7 GDPR is the person who alone or jointly with others decides on the purposes and means of processing personal data.

With regard to our website, the controller is

Rebecca Jeffares

Provision of the website and creation of log files

Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the device accessing it (e.g. computer, cell phone, tablet, etc.). What personal data is collected and to what extent is it processed? (1) Information about the browser type and version used; (2) The operating system of the accessing device; (3) The host name of the accessing computer; (4) The IP address of the accessing device; (5) Date and time of access; (6) Websites and resources (images, files, other page content) that were accessed on our website; (7) Websites from which the user's system reached our website (referrer tracking); (8) Message as to whether the access was successful; (9) Amount of data transferred.

This data is stored in the log files of our system. This data is not stored together with the personal data of a specific user, so that individual site visitors cannot be identified. Legal basis for the processing of personal data Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest). Our legitimate interest is to ensure the achievement of the purpose described below. Purpose of data processing The temporary (automated) storage of data is necessary for the course of a website visit to enable delivery of the website. Personal data is also stored and processed to maintain the compatibility of our website for as many visitors as possible and to combat misuse and troubleshooting. For this purpose, it is necessary to log the technical data of the accessing computer in order to be able to react as early as possible to display errors, attacks on our IT systems and/or errors in the functionality of our website. In addition, we use the data to optimize the website and to generally ensure the security of our information technology systems. Duration of storage The aforementioned technical data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to ensure the compatibility of the website for all visitors, but no later than 3 months after accessing our website. Objection and deletion options You can object to the processing at any time in accordance with Art. 21 GDPR and request the deletion of data in accordance with Art. 17 GDPR. You can find out which rights you are entitled to and how to assert them at the bottom of this privacy policy.

Special functions of the website Our website offers you various functions that collect, process and store personal data when you use them. Below we explain what happens to this data:

Contact form

What personal data is collected and to what extent is it processed?

The data entered by you in our contact forms, which you have entered in the input mask of the contact form.

Legal basis for the processing of personal data

Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR (consent by clear affirmative action or behavior)

Purpose of the data processing

We will only use the data collected via our contact form or via our contact forms to process the specific contact request received via the contact form. Please note that we may also send you emails to the address provided in order to fulfill your contact request. The purpose of this is so that you can receive confirmation from us that your request has been forwarded to us correctly. However, sending this confirmation e-mail is not mandatory for us and is for your information only.

Duration of storage

Once your inquiry has been processed, the data collected will be deleted immediately, provided there are no statutory retention periods.

Revocation and deletion options

The revocation and deletion options are based on the general regulations on the right of revocation and deletion under data protection law described below in this data protection declaration.

Necessity of providing personal data

The use of the contact forms is voluntary and is neither contractually nor legally required. You are not obliged to contact us via the contact form, but can also use the other contact options provided on our website. If you wish to use our contact form, you must complete the fields marked as mandatory. If you do not complete the required information on the contact form, you will either not be able to send the request or we will unfortunately not be able to process your request.

Data security and data protection, communication by e-mail

Your personal data is protected by technical and organizational measures during collection, storage and processing in such a way that it is not accessible to third parties. In the case of unencrypted communication by e-mail, we cannot guarantee complete data security on the transmission path to our IT systems, so we recommend encrypted communication or the postal service for information requiring a high level of confidentiality.

Right to information and correction requests - Deletion & restriction of data - Withdrawal of consent - Right to object Right to information You have the right to request confirmation as to whether we are processing your personal data. If this is the case, you have a right of access to the information specified in Art. 15 para. 1 GDPR, provided that the rights and freedoms of other persons are not affected (cf. Art. 15 para. 4 GDPR). We will also be happy to provide you with a copy of the data. Right to rectification In accordance with Art. 16 GDPR, you have the right to have any incorrect personal data (e.g. address, name, etc.) corrected at any time. You can also request the completion of the data stored by us at any time. A corresponding adjustment will be made immediately. Right to erasure Pursuant to Art. 17 (1) GDPR, you have the right to demand that we erase the personal data collected about you if

• the data is either no longer required;
• the legal basis for the processing no longer applies due to the withdrawal of your consent
• you have objected to the processing and there are no legitimate grounds for the processing
• your data is being processed unlawfully;
• a legal obligation requires this or a collection pursuant to Art. 8 para. 1 GDPR has taken place.

According to Art. 17 para. 3 GDPR, the right does not exist if

• the processing is necessary for exercising the right of freedom of expression and information
• your data has been collected on the basis of a legal obligation
• the processing is necessary for reasons of public interest
• the data is necessary for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.

Right to restriction of processing According to Art. 18 para. 1 GDPR, you have the right in individual cases to request the restriction of the processing of your personal data.

This is the case if

• the accuracy of the personal data is contested by you
• the processing is unlawful and you do not consent to its erasure
• the data is no longer required for the purpose of processing, but the data collected serves the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims
• an objection to the processing pursuant to Art. 21 para. 1 GDPR has been lodged and it is still unclear which interests prevail.

Right of revocation If you have given us your express consent to the processing of your personal data (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR or Art. 9 para. 2 lit. a GDPR), you can revoke this consent at any time. Please note that this does not affect the lawfulness of the processing carried out on the basis of the consent until revocation. Right to object In accordance with Art. 21 GDPR, you have the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you that has been collected on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f (in the context of a legitimate interest). You only have this right if there are special circumstances that speak against the storage and processing. How do you exercise your rights? You can exercise your rights at any time by contacting us.

Right to data portability In accordance with Art. 20 GDPR, you have the right to the transfer of personal data concerning you. We will provide the data in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format. The data can be sent either to you yourself or to a controller named by you. We will provide you with the following data on request in accordance with Art. 20 para. 1 GDPR:

• Data collected on the basis of express consent pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR or Art. 9 para. 2 lit. a GDPR;
• Data that we have received from you in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR in the context of existing contracts;
• Data that has been processed as part of an automated process.

We will transfer the personal data directly to a controller of your choice insofar as this is technically feasible. Please note that we may not transfer data that interfere with the freedoms and rights of other persons in accordance with Art. 20 para. 4 GDPR.

Right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority pursuant to Art. 77 (1) GDPR If you suspect that your data is being processed unlawfully on our website, you can of course seek judicial clarification of the issue at any time. You also have every other legal option. Irrespective of this, you have the option of contacting a supervisory authority in accordance with Art. 77 para. 1 GDPR. The right to lodge a complaint pursuant to Art. 77 GDPR is available to you in the EU Member State of your place of residence, your place of work and/or the place of the alleged infringement, i.e. you can choose the supervisory authority to which you turn from the above-mentioned places. The supervisory authority with which the complaint has been lodged will then inform you of the status and outcome of your complaint, including the possibility of a judicial remedy pursuant to Art. 78 GDPR.

October 2024