Privacy Policy

Unless otherwise stated below, the provision of your personal data is neither legally nor contractually required, nor is it necessary for entering into a contract. You are not obligated to provide the data. Failure to provide it will have no consequences. This applies only insofar as no other information is provided in the following processing operations.

"Personal data" means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

Server log files

You can visit our websites without providing any personal information.

Each time you access our website, your internet browser transmits usage data to us or our web host/IT service provider, which is then stored in log files (server log files). This stored data includes, for example, the name of the page accessed, the date and time of access, the IP address, the amount of data transferred, and the requesting provider.

The processing is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR due to our overriding legitimate interest in ensuring the smooth operation of our website and improving our services.

 

Your data may be transferred to and processed in third countries outside the EU, in particular Canada and the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for Canada. The EU Commission has also issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Shopify is not certified under the TADPF. This data transfer is based on contractual obligations comparable to the EU Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses.

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Responsible party/Data Protection Officer

Please contact us if you wish. The data controller is: Müller & Meirer Retail GmbH & Co. KG, Am Markt 8, 55606 Kirn, Germany, +49 6752 900888, kunden24@muellermeirer.com

You can reach our data protection officer directly at: info@nature-identity.de

Customer initiates contact via email

If you contact us proactively via email, we collect your personal data (name, email address, message text) only to the extent that you provide it. This data processing serves the purpose of processing and responding to your inquiry.

If the contact is for the purpose of carrying out pre-contractual measures (e.g., providing advice on purchase interest, preparing an offer) or relates to a contract already concluded between you and us, this data processing is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR.

If contact is made for other reasons, this data processing is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR due to our overriding legitimate interest in processing and responding to your request. In this case, you have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to processing of personal data concerning you which is based on point (f) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR.

We will only use your email address to process your request. Your data will then be deleted in accordance with statutory retention periods, unless you have consented to further processing and use.

Data collection and processing when using the contact form

When you use the contact form, we collect your personal data (name, email address, message text) only to the extent that you provide it. The data is processed for the purpose of contacting you.

If the contact is for the purpose of carrying out pre-contractual measures (e.g., providing advice on purchase interest, preparing an offer) or relates to a contract already concluded between you and us, this data processing is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR.

If you contact us for other reasons, this data processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in processing and responding to your inquiry. In this case, you have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you which is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

We will only use your email address to process your request. Your data will then be deleted in accordance with statutory retention periods, unless you have consented to further processing and use.

Collection and processing of data for applications submitted via email

Visitors to our website can apply for open positions advertised on our site via email. We collect your personal data only to the extent that you provide it. This includes your contact details (e.g., name, email address, telephone number), information about your professional qualifications and education, details of professional development courses, and performance-related documentation.

The data processing serves the purpose of contacting you and deciding whether to establish an employment relationship with you. Providing this data is necessary to carry out the application process. Your personal data is processed on the basis of Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter b GDPR in conjunction with Section 26 Paragraph 1 BDSG for the purpose of carrying out pre-contractual measures (completion of the application process as a step towards initiating an employment contract).

If you have given us your consent to process your personal data for inclusion in our applicant pool, e.g., by ticking a checkbox, the processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent before its withdrawal.

If, during the application process, special categories of personal data within the meaning of Article 9(1) GDPR are requested from applicants, such as information on the degree of disability, this is done on the basis of Article 9(2)(b) GDPR, so that we can exercise the rights arising from employment law and social security and social protection law and fulfill our obligations in this regard.

We store your personal data for as long as necessary to process your application. Your data will then be deleted no later than six months after this period, unless you have consented to further processing and use. If an employment relationship is established following the application process, the data provided will be further processed for the purposes of carrying out the employment relationship, based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter b GDPR in conjunction with Section 26 Paragraph 1 BDSG, and subsequently transferred to your personnel file.

Data collection and processing when using the application form
When you use the application form, we collect your personal data only to the extent that you provide it. This includes your contact details (e.g., name, email address, telephone number), information about your professional qualifications and education, information about professional development courses, and performance-related documentation.
The data processing serves the purpose of contacting you and deciding whether to establish an employment relationship with you. Providing this data is necessary to carry out the application process. Your personal data is processed on the basis of Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter b GDPR in conjunction with Section 26 Paragraph 1 BDSG for the purpose of carrying out pre-contractual measures (completion of the application process as a step towards initiating an employment contract).
If you have given us your consent to process your personal data for inclusion in our applicant pool, e.g., by ticking a checkbox, the processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent before its withdrawal.

If, during the application process, special categories of personal data within the meaning of Article 9(1) GDPR are requested from applicants, such as information on the degree of disability, this is done on the basis of Article 9(2)(b) GDPR, so that we can exercise the rights arising from employment law and social security and social protection law and fulfill our obligations in this regard.

We store your personal data for as long as necessary to process your application. Your data will then be deleted no later than six months after this period, unless you have consented to further processing and use. If an employment relationship is established following the application process, the data provided will be further processed for the purposes of carrying out the employment relationship, based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter b GDPR in conjunction with Section 26 Paragraph 1 BDSG, and subsequently transferred to your personnel file.

WhatsApp Business

If you contact us for business purposes via WhatsApp, we use the WhatsApp Business version provided by WhatsApp Ireland Limited (4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland; “WhatsApp”). If you are located outside the European Economic Area, this service is provided by WhatsApp Inc. (1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA).

The data processing serves to process and respond to your contact request. For this purpose, we collect and process your mobile phone number registered with WhatsApp, your name if provided, and other data to the extent you have made it available. We use a mobile device for this service whose address book contains only data from users who have contacted us via WhatsApp. Therefore, no personal data is shared with WhatsApp without your prior consent to this.

Your data will be transferred by WhatsApp to servers of Meta Platforms Inc. in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Meta Platforms Inc. is certified under the TADPF and has thus committed to complying with European data protection principles. If the contact is for the purpose of carrying out pre-contractual measures (e.g., providing advice regarding a potential purchase, preparing a quote) or relates to a contract already concluded between you and us, this data processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

If contact is made for other reasons, this data processing is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR due to our overriding legitimate interest in providing quick and easy contact and answering your request. In this case, you have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to processing of personal data concerning you which is based on point (f) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR.

We use your personal data only to process your request. Your data will then be deleted in accordance with statutory retention periods, unless you have consented to further processing and use.

For more information on terms of use and data protection when using WhatsApp, please see [link to terms of use and privacy policy]. https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/#terms-of-service and https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/#privacy-policy .

Customer account Orders

Customer account

When you open a customer account, we collect your personal data to the extent specified there. This data processing serves the purpose of improving your shopping experience and simplifying order processing. The processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by notifying us, without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent before its withdrawal. Your customer account will then be deleted.

Collection, processing and transfer of personal data during orders

When you place an order, we collect and process your personal data only to the extent necessary to fulfill and process your order and to handle your inquiries. Providing this data is necessary for entering into a contract. Failure to provide this data will result in the contract not being concluded. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR and is necessary for the performance of a contract with you.

Your data will be shared with, for example, shipping companies, dropshipping and fulfillment providers, payment service providers, order processing service providers, and IT service providers. In all cases, we strictly adhere to legal requirements. The scope of data transfer is limited to the minimum necessary.

Your data may be transferred to and processed in third countries outside the EU, in particular Canada and the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for Canada. The EU Commission has also issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Shopify is not certified under the TADPF. This data transfer is based on contractual obligations comparable to the EU Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses.

Reviews Advertising

Data collection when writing a comment or review

When you comment on or rate an article or post, we collect your personal data (name, email address, comment text) only to the extent that you provide it. This data is processed for the purpose of enabling and displaying comments and ratings.

For the purpose of verifying your rating/comment, we also collect the following data: order number, , , .

By submitting your comment/review, you consent to the processing of the data you provide. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by notifying us, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Your personal data will then be deleted.

When your comment/review is published, only the name you provided will be published.

Furthermore, when you submit a comment/review, your IP address will be stored for the purpose of preventing misuse of the comment or review function and ensuring the security of our IT systems. By submitting the comment/review, you consent to the processing of the transmitted data. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by notifying us, without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on your consent before its withdrawal. Your IP address will then be deleted.

Website logo for Google customer reviews

Our website incorporates the Google Customer Reviews website logo of Google LLC (1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA; “Google”).

The purpose of this integration is to display the number and results of our reviews received so far via Google and to promote participation in this program.

Google uses cookies to display the logo on our website and to show you personalized ads on Google. This may involve processing and transmitting your IP address to Google.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on terms of use and data protection when using Google Customer Reviews can be found at https://www.google.com/shopping/customerreviews/static/tos/de/1_01_tos.html and at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=de

Using Judge.me

We use the "Judge.me" rating system from Judge.me Ltd (c/o Buckworths 2nd Floor, 1-3 Worship Street, London, England, EC2A 2AB; "Judge.me") on our website.

Judge.me allows us to collect customer reviews and display them on our website to give you an insight into the quality of our services.

After placing an order, you may receive an invitation from us or Judge.me to submit a review, which you can then do. The following data may be processed by us or Judge.me: email address, name, telephone number, address, information about your device (IP address, information about your web browser and operating system), information about the purchased product or service (order number, product details), the content of your review and the star rating you gave, and your product photos or videos (if you attached them to your product review). This data may also be used to verify your review.

Judge.me uses technologies such as cookies.

Your data may be transferred outside the EU to the United Kingdom. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the United Kingdom.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Judge.me is not certified under the TADPF. This data transfer is based on specific agreements approved for use in the United Kingdom, which offer the same level of protection as personal data in the United Kingdom.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR, provided you have expressly consented to the transfer of your data and the receipt of the review request. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on your consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on data protection when using Judge.me can be found at: https://judge.me/privacy .

Use of the Trusted Shops rating system (Trustbadge)

We use the rating system of Trusted Shops SE, Subbelrather Str. 15C, 50823 Cologne (“Trusted Shops”) on our website.

Trusted Shops and we are jointly responsible for the collection of your data and its transfer to Trusted Shops when you use this service. This is based on an agreement between us and Trusted Shops regarding the joint processing of personal data.

We and Trusted Shops are equally responsible for fulfilling our obligations under the GDPR, in particular for fulfilling the information obligations pursuant to Articles 13 and 14 of the GDPR and for granting the data subject rights pursuant to Articles 15 to 21 of the GDPR. Further information can be found here. https://help.etrusted.com/hc/de/article_attachments/4422901015569 .

Trusted Shops allows us to collect customer reviews and display them via the "Trustbadge" on our website to give you an insight into the quality of our services.

After placing an order, you may receive an invitation from us or Trusted Shops to submit a review. The following data will be processed by us or Trusted Shops: email address, order information (order total, order number, and, if applicable, the product purchased). This data may also be used to verify your review.

When you access our website and the Trustbadge is displayed, we or Trusted Shops also process the following data: your IP address, date and time of access, amount of data transferred and the requesting provider.

The processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR with your consent, provided you have expressly agreed to the transfer of your data and to receiving the review request. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on data protection at Trusted Shops can be found at: https://www.trustedshops.de/impressum-datenschutz/#datenschutz .

Review reminder

After placing your order, we would like to ask you to rate your purchase with us.

For this purpose, we use your personal data (name, email address, order information) independently of the contract processing to send you a review reminder by email after an order has been placed, provided you have expressly agreed to this.

The processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by using the corresponding link in the email or by notifying us, without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent before its withdrawal. 

Use of the email address for sending newsletters

We use your email address to send you information and offers via newsletter, provided you have expressly consented to this. The data processing serves solely the purpose of promotional communication. For this purpose, we process your email address and, if applicable, other data that you voluntarily provided when subscribing to our newsletter.

The processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent before its withdrawal.

You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time by using the corresponding link in the newsletter or by notifying us. Your email address will then be removed from the mailing list. Even after removal from the mailing list, we may still store your email address on a so-called blacklist to prevent you from receiving future newsletter emails from us. This storage is based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter f of the GDPR, due to our and your legitimate interest in preventing the reuse of your email address for sending our newsletter. You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you.

Using Klaviyo

We use the service of Klaviyo Inc. (125 Summer St Floor 7, Boston, MA 02111, USA; “Klaviyo”) for sending newsletters as part of a data processing agreement.

We forward the information you provide during newsletter registration (email address, and optionally first and last name) to Klaviyo. This data processing serves the purpose of sending the newsletter and its statistical evaluation.

To evaluate newsletter campaigns, the newsletters we send contain a 1x1 pixel graphic (tracking pixel) or a tracking link. This allows us to determine whether you have opened the newsletter and whether you have clicked on any embedded links. In this context, we collect your personal data, such as your IP address, browser type and device, and the time of access. Usage profiles can be created from this data under a pseudonym. The collected data is not used to personally identify you. It is used solely for statistical analysis to improve our newsletter campaigns.

Your data is generally transferred to and stored on Klaviyo's servers in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Klaviyo is certified under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

Your personal data is processed on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR due to our overriding legitimate interest in a targeted, effective and user-friendly newsletter system. You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you.

Further information on data protection at Klaviyo can be found at https://www.klaviyo.com/legal/privacy-notice as under https://www.klaviyo.com/legal/data-processing-agreement .

Use of mobile phone number for sending SMS advertising

We use your mobile phone number, independently of the contract processing, exclusively for our own advertising purposes to send SMS advertising, provided you have expressly agreed to this.

The processing of your data is based on Article 6(1)(a) GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by notifying us, without affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out based on your consent before its withdrawal. Your mobile phone number will then be removed from the mailing list.

Your mobile phone number will be passed on to a service provider for SMS sending as part of order processing.

Use of email address for availability notifications

We offer a stock availability notification service on our website. If an item is temporarily unavailable, you can enter your email address on the respective product page and be notified by email when it becomes available, provided you have consented to this. You will receive a one-time email notification when the item is available. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can unsubscribe from the availability notification at any time by contacting us. Your email address will then be removed from the mailing list.

Shipping service provider, inventory management

Sharing of the email address with shipping companies to inform about the shipping status

We will share your email address with the shipping company as part of the order processing, provided you have expressly consented to this during the ordering process. This sharing is for the purpose of informing you about the shipping status via email. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR with your consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by notifying us or the shipping company, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Use of an external merchandise management system

We use an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system for order processing. For this purpose, your personal data collected during the ordering process will be transferred to...

SAP

transmitted.

The processing of your personal data serves the purpose of fulfilling the contract concluded with you and is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR.

Payment service provider

Using PayPal

We use the PayPal payment service on our website, provided by PayPal (Europe) S.à.rl et Cie, SCA (22-24 Boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg; "PayPal"). The data processing serves the purpose of offering you the option of payment via this service. By selecting and using PayPal as your payment method, the data required for payment processing is transmitted to PayPal in order to fulfill the contract with you using the chosen payment method. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

All PayPal transactions are subject to the PayPal Privacy Statement. You can find it at https://www.paypal.com/de/webapps/mpp/ua/privacy-full

Using PayPal Plus

We use the PayPal Plus payment service from PayPal (Europe) S.à.rl et Cie, SCA (22-24 Boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg; "PayPal") on our website. The data processing serves the purpose of offering you the option of payment via this service. By selecting and using payment via PayPal, credit card via PayPal, or direct debit via PayPal, the data required for payment processing is transmitted to PayPal in order to fulfill the contract with you using the selected payment method. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

 

For certain payment methods, such as credit card and direct debit via PayPal, PayPal reserves the right to obtain a credit report based on mathematical-statistical methods using credit reference agencies. For this purpose, PayPal transmits the personal data required for a credit check to a credit reference agency and uses the information received about the statistical probability of payment default to make a balanced decision regarding the establishment, execution, or termination of the contractual relationship. The credit report may include probability values ​​(score values) calculated using scientifically recognized mathematical-statistical methods, which incorporate, among other things, address data. Your legitimate interests are taken into account in accordance with legal regulations. The data processing serves the purpose of credit assessment for initiating a contract. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in protecting against payment defaults when PayPal provides services in advance.

You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you which is based on point (f) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR, by notifying PayPal. Providing this data is necessary for concluding the contract with your chosen payment method. Failure to provide this data will result in the contract not being able to be concluded with your selected payment method.

 

Using PayPal Express

We use the PayPal Express payment service from PayPal (Europe) S.à.rl et Cie, SCA (22-24 Boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg; "PayPal") on our website. The data processing serves the purpose of offering you payment via the PayPal Express payment service. To integrate this payment service, it is necessary for PayPal to collect, store, and analyze data (e.g., IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, location of your device) when you access the website. Cookies may also be used for this purpose. These cookies enable the recognition of your browser.

Your personal data is processed on the basis of Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, based on our overriding legitimate interest in offering a customer-oriented range of payment methods. You have the right to object to this processing of your personal data at any time, on grounds relating to your particular situation.

By selecting and using PayPal Express, the data required for payment processing will be transmitted to PayPal in order to fulfill the contract with you using the chosen payment method. This processing is based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter b GDPR. Further information on data processing when using the PayPal Express payment service can be found in the corresponding privacy policy at www.paypal.com/de/webapps/mpp/ua/privacy-full?locale.x=de_DE#Updated_PS .

Using PayPal Checkout

We use the PayPal Checkout payment service from PayPal (Europe) S.à.rl et Cie, SCA (22-24 Boulevard Royal L-2449, Luxembourg; "PayPal") on our website. The data processing serves the purpose of offering you the option of paying via this service. By selecting and using payment via PayPal, credit card via PayPal, direct debit via PayPal, or "Pay Later" via PayPal, the data required for payment processing is transmitted to PayPal in order to fulfill the contract with you using the selected payment method. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

Cookies may be stored that enable your browser to be recognized. The resulting data processing is based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter f GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in offering a customer-oriented range of payment methods. You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you.

Credit card via PayPal, direct debit via PayPal & "Pay later" via PayPal

For certain payment methods, such as credit card via PayPal, direct debit via PayPal, or "Pay Later" via PayPal, PayPal reserves the right to obtain a credit report based on mathematical-statistical methods using credit reference agencies. For this purpose, PayPal transmits the personal data required for a credit check to a credit reference agency and uses the information received about the statistical probability of payment default to make a balanced decision regarding the establishment, execution, or termination of the contractual relationship. The credit report may include probability values ​​(score values) calculated using scientifically recognized mathematical-statistical methods, which may incorporate address data, among other factors. Your legitimate interests are protected in accordance with legal regulations. The data processing serves the purpose of credit assessment for initiating a contract. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in protecting against payment defaults when PayPal provides services in advance.

You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you which is based on point (f) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR, by notifying PayPal. Providing this data is necessary for concluding the contract with your chosen payment method. Failure to provide this data will result in the contract not being able to be concluded with your selected payment method.

Third-party providers

When paying via a third-party payment method, the data required for payment processing is transmitted to PayPal. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR. To process this payment method, PayPal may then forward the data to the respective provider. This processing is also based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR. Local third-party providers may include, for example:

• Apple Pay (Apple Distribution International Ltd., Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Hollyhill, Cork, Ireland)
• Google Pay (Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, 4 Barrow St, Dublin, D04 E5W5, Ireland)

Purchase on account via PayPal

When paying via invoice, the data required for payment processing is initially transmitted to PayPal. To process this payment method, PayPal then transmits the data to Ratepay GmbH (Franklinstraße 28-29, 10587 Berlin; "Ratepay") in order to fulfill the contract with you using the selected payment method. This processing is based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter b GDPR. Ratepay may conduct a credit check using mathematical-statistical methods (probability or score values) with credit agencies, following the procedure described above. The data processing serves the purpose of credit assessment for initiating a contract. This processing is based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter f GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in protecting against payment defaults when Ratepay provides services in advance. Further information on data protection and which credit agencies Ratpay uses can be found at [link to data protection information]. https://www.ratepay.com/legal-payment-dataprivacy/ and https://www.ratepay.com/legal-payment-creditagencies/ .

Further information on data processing when using PayPal can be found in the corresponding privacy policy at https://www.paypal.com/de/webapps/mpp/ua/privacy-full .

Using the payment service provider Stripe

We use the payment service Stripe, provided by Stripe Payments Europe Ltd., 1 Grand Canal Street Lower, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin, Ireland, on our website. The data processing serves the purpose of offering you the option of payment via this service. By selecting and using Stripe, the data required for payment processing is transmitted to Stripe in order to fulfill the contract with you using the chosen payment method. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

Stripe reserves the right to obtain a credit report, if necessary, based on mathematical-statistical methods using credit reference agencies. For this purpose, Stripe transmits the personal data required for a credit check to a credit reference agency and uses the information received about the statistical probability of payment default to make a balanced decision regarding the establishment, execution, or termination of the contractual relationship. The credit report may include probability values ​​(score values) calculated using scientifically recognized mathematical-statistical methods, which incorporate, among other things, address data. Your legitimate interests are taken into account in accordance with legal regulations. The data processing serves the purpose of credit assessment for initiating a contract. This processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in protection against payment default when Stripe provides services in advance.

You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you which is based on point (f) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR, by notifying Stripe. Providing this data is necessary for concluding the contract with your chosen payment method. Failure to provide this data will result in the contract not being able to be concluded with your selected payment method.

All Stripe transactions are subject to the Stripe Privacy Policy. You can find it at https://stripe.com/de/privacy

 

Cookies

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored in or by the internet browser on a user's computer system. When a user visits a website, a cookie can be stored on the user's operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string that enables the browser to be uniquely identified when the website is visited again.

 

Cookies are stored on your computer. Therefore, you have full control over their use. By selecting the appropriate technical settings in your internet browser, you can be notified before cookies are set and decide individually whether to accept them, as well as prevent the storage of cookies and the transmission of the data they contain. Cookies that have already been stored can be deleted at any time. However, please note that you may then not be able to fully utilize all the functions of this website.

 

The links below provide information on how to manage (including disable) cookies in the most common browsers:

Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416?hl=de

Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/microsoft-edge/cookies-in-microsoft-edge-lB6schen-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09

Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/de/kb/cookies-erlauben-und-ablehnen

Safari: https://support.apple.com/de-de/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac

 

Technically necessary cookies

Unless otherwise stated in the privacy policy below, we only use these technically necessary cookies to make our website more user-friendly, effective, and secure. Furthermore, cookies enable our systems to recognize your browser even after you navigate to a different page and to offer you services. Some features of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these features, it is necessary that the browser is recognized even after a page change.

 

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on Section 25 Paragraph 2 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG). The processing of your personal data is based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter f of the GDPR, due to our overriding legitimate interest in ensuring the optimal functionality of the website and a user-friendly and effective design of our services.

You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you.

 

Use of GDPR Legal Cookie

We use the GDPR Legal Cookie consent management tool from iubenda srl ​​(Via San Raffaele 1, 20121 Milan, Italy; “iubenda”) on our website.

The tool allows you to grant consent to data processing via the website, in particular the setting of cookies, and to exercise your right to withdraw consent already given.

The purpose of data processing is to obtain and document necessary consents for data processing and thus comply with legal obligations. Cookies may be used for this purpose. The following information, among other things, may be collected and transmitted to iubenda: anonymized IP address, date and time of consent, URL from which the consent was sent, anonymous, random, encrypted key, and consent status. This data will not be shared with any other third parties.

The data processing is carried out to fulfill a legal obligation on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c GDPR.

Further information on terms of use and data protection at iubenda can be found at: https://www.iubenda.com/nutzungsbedingungen/31059378 as under https://gdpr-legal-cookie.com/pages/datenschutzerklarung .

How to use the Shopify Consent tool (Shopify Privacy & Compliance)

We use the “Shopify Privacy & Compliance” consent tool from Shopify International Ltd. (Victoria Buildings, 2nd Floor, 1-2 Haddington Road, Dublin 4, D04 XN32, Ireland; “Shopify”) on our website. Shopify is a company affiliated with Shopify Inc. (151 O'Connor Street, Ground Floor, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2L8, Canada).

This tool allows you to grant consent for data processing via the website, in particular the setting of cookies, and to exercise your right to withdraw previously granted consent. The data processing serves the purpose of obtaining and documenting necessary consents for data processing and thus complying with legal obligations. Cookies may be used for this purpose. User information, including your IP address, is collected and transmitted to Shopify.

Your data may be transferred to and processed in third countries outside the EU, in particular Canada and the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for Canada. The EU Commission has also issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Shopify is not certified under the TADPF. This data transfer is based on contractual obligations comparable to the EU Commission's Standard Contractual Clauses.

The data processing is carried out to fulfill a legal obligation on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c GDPR.

For more information about data protection at Shopify, please see [link to privacy policy]. https://www.shopify.com/de/legal/datenschutz .

Analysis of advertising tracking and affiliate marketing

Use of Google Analytics 4

We use the web analytics service Google Analytics from Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; “Google”) on our website.

The data processing serves the purpose of analyzing this website and its visitors, as well as for marketing and advertising purposes. To this end, Google, on behalf of the operator of this website, will use the information obtained to evaluate your use of the website, to compile reports on website activity, and to provide other services related to website activity and internet usage to the website operator.

The following information may be collected, among other things: IP address, date and time of the page visit, click path, information about the browser and device you are using, pages visited, referrer URL (website from which you accessed our website), location data, and purchase activity. Your data may be linked by Google with other data, such as your search history, your personal accounts, your usage data from other devices, and any other data Google holds about you.

Your IP address is shortened by us on our own servers beforehand. Google thus receives only pseudonymized data.

Your personal data is processed with your consent on the basis of Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

In this context, we also use the Google Signals service. Google Signals enables cross-device tracking. Your data can therefore be analyzed across devices if you have activated "personalized advertising" in your account settings and your devices are linked to your Google account. This makes it possible to identify which device you use to search for products and later return to complete purchases on another device, such as a tablet.

 

The cross-device reports generated in this context contain only aggregated data. We therefore only receive statistics based on Google Signals. To prevent Google Signals from collecting and storing data across devices, you can disable the "personalized ads" feature in your Google account settings. Further information can be found here. https://support.google.com/ads/answer/2662922?hl=de .

Further information on data processing and data protection regarding Google Signals can be found at https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/7532985?hl=de .

 

The information generated about your use of this website is generally transmitted to and stored on a Google server in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has thus committed to complying with European data protection principles. Both Google and US government authorities have access to your data.

Further information on terms of use and data protection can be found at https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites and at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=de&gl=de .

Use of the Meta Pixel

We use the Meta Pixel of Meta Platforms Ireland Limited (4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland; "Meta") on our website.

Meta and we are jointly responsible for the collection of your data and its transfer to Meta when you use this service. This is based on an agreement between us and Meta regarding the joint processing of personal data, which defines the respective responsibilities. The agreement can be accessed at https://de-de.facebook.com/legal/terms/businesstools . Specifically, we are responsible for fulfilling the information obligations under Articles 13 and 14 of the GDPR, for complying with the security requirements of Article 32 of the GDPR with regard to the correct technical implementation and configuration of the service, and for complying with the obligations under Articles 33 and 34 of the GDPR, insofar as a personal data breach affects our obligations under the joint processing agreement. Meta is responsible for enabling the data subject rights in accordance with Articles 15-20 GDPR, complying with the security requirements of Article 32 GDPR with regard to the security of the service, and fulfilling the obligations under Articles 33 and 34 GDPR, insofar as a personal data breach affects Meta's obligations under the joint processing agreement.

The purpose of this application is to target website visitors with interest-based advertising on the social networks Facebook and Instagram. For this purpose, the Meta remarketing tag has been implemented on the website. This tag establishes a direct connection to the Meta servers when you visit the website. This transmits information to the Meta server about which of our pages you have visited. Meta then associates this information with your personal Facebook and/or Instagram user account. When you visit the social networks Facebook or Instagram, you will then be shown personalized, interest-based ads.

The application also serves the purpose of generating conversion statistics. This allows us to see the total number of users who clicked on one of our ads and were redirected to a page with a conversion tracking tag, as well as what actions they took after being redirected to that website. However, we do not receive any personally identifiable information.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Meta is certified under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

Your personal data is processed with your consent on the basis of Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

You can deactivate the "Custom Audiences" remarketing feature here. Further information about the collection and use of data by Meta, your related rights, and options for protecting your privacy can be found in Meta's privacy policy at https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/ .

Using Google Ads conversion tracking

We use the online advertising program "Google Ads" on our website and, within this framework, conversion tracking (visit action evaluation). Google Conversion Tracking is an analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; Google).

When you click on an ad served by Google, a conversion tracking cookie is placed on your computer. These cookies have a limited lifespan, do not contain any personally identifiable information, and are therefore not used for personal identification. If you visit certain pages of our website and the cookie has not yet expired, Google and we can recognize that you clicked on the ad and were redirected to this page. Each Google Ads customer receives a different cookie. This means that cookies cannot be tracked across the websites of different Ads customers.

The information collected using the conversion cookie is used to generate conversion statistics. This tells us the total number of users who clicked on one of our ads and were redirected to a page with a conversion tracking tag. However, we do not receive any information that can personally identify users.

Your data may be transferred to Google LLC servers in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information and Google's privacy policy can be found at: https://www.google.de/policies/privacy/

 

Use of the remarketing or "similar audiences" function of Google Inc.

We use the remarketing or "similar audiences" function of Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; "Google") on our website.

This application serves the purpose of analyzing visitor behavior and interests. Google uses cookies to analyze website usage, which forms the basis for creating interest-based advertisements. These cookies record website visits and anonymized data about website usage. No personal data of website visitors is stored. If you subsequently visit another website in the Google Display Network, you will be shown advertisements that are highly likely to reflect previously viewed product and information areas.

Your data may be transferred to servers of Google LLC in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information about Google Remarketing and the associated privacy policy can be found at: https://www.google.com/privacy/ads/

 

Using the Pinterest tag

We use the Pinterest tag of Pinterest Europe Limited (Palmerston House, 2nd, Fenian Street, Floor, Dublin 2, Ireland "Pinterest") on our website.

This application is designed to target website visitors with interest-based advertising on the social network Pinterest. To achieve this, the Pinterest conversion tag has been implemented on the website. This tag establishes a direct connection to Pinterest's servers when you visit the website. This transmits information to Pinterest's servers about which of our pages you have visited. Pinterest associates this information with your personal Pinterest user account if you are logged into the social network. When you visit Pinterest, you will then be shown personalized, interest-based Pinterest ads.

When you access our website via a pin on the social network Pinterest, a conversion tracking cookie is placed on your computer. These cookies have a limited lifespan, do not contain any personal data, and are therefore not used for personal identification. If you visit certain pages of our website and the cookie has not yet expired, Pinterest and we can recognize that you clicked on the pin and were redirected to this page. The information collected using the conversion cookie is used to generate conversion statistics and thus optimize our website. This may include, among other things, the following information: the total number of users who clicked on one of our pins and were redirected to our website, the subpages visited on our website (e.g., category or product pages), search queries on our website, your shopping cart contents, and completed transactions.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Pinterest is not TADPF certified. Data transfers are based, among other things, on standard contractual clauses as appropriate safeguards for the protection of personal data, which can be viewed at: https://commission.europa.eu/law/law-topic/data-protection/international-dimension-data-protection/standard-contractual-clauses-scc_de .

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

For more information about how Pinterest collects and uses data, your related rights, and options for protecting your privacy, please see Pinterest's privacy policy at [link to Pinterest privacy policy]. https://policy.pinterest.com/de/privacy-policy .

 

Use of TikTok Pixel

We use the TikTok Pixel on our website, provided by TikTok Technology Limited (10 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin, D02 T380, Ireland; “TikTok Ireland”) and TikTok Information Technologies UK Limited (6th Floor, One London Wall, London, EC2Y 5EB, United Kingdom; “TikTok UK”). Both companies are joint controllers for data processing (hereinafter “TikTok”).

The data processing serves the purpose of identifying and analyzing our customers' website visits, improving customer targeting through the placement of targeted advertisements, and evaluating the effectiveness of advertisements on TikTok. TikTok uses technologies such as cookies and pixels to recognize your browser. The following information, among other things, may be collected and transmitted to TikTok: date and time of visit, information about your browser and device type, screen resolution, and IP address. TikTok can associate this information with your personal TikTok user account. Usage profiles can be created from the data collected in this way using pseudonyms. However, personal identification of users is not possible through this process.

Your data may be transferred to third countries, such as the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). TikTok is not certified under the TADPF. Data transfers to the USA and to third countries without an adequacy decision are based, among other things, on standard contractual clauses as suitable safeguards for the protection of personal data, which can be viewed at: https://commission.europa.eu/law/law-topic/data-protection/international-dimension-data-protection/standard-contractual-clauses-scc_de .

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on data protection can be found at https://www.tiktok.com/legal/page/eea/privacy-policy/de and https://ads.tiktok.com/i18n/official/policy/controller-to-controller .

Using the ADCELL Partner Program

We use the partner program “ADCELL” of Firstlead GmbH (Rosenfelder Str. 15-16, 10315 Berlin; “ADCELL”).

ADCELL and we are jointly responsible for the collection of your data and its transfer to ADCELL when you use this service. This is based on an agreement between us and ADCELL regarding the joint processing of personal data. The agreement is available at https://www.adcell.de/datenverarbeitung accessible. Afterwards, we and ADCELL are equally responsible for fulfilling the obligations under the GDPR, in particular for fulfilling the information obligations pursuant to Articles 13 and 14 GDPR and for granting the data subject rights pursuant to Articles 15-21 GDPR.

When you click on an ad containing an affiliate link, ADCELL places a conversion tracking cookie on your computer. These cookies are used for accurate billing within the affiliate program by recording the success of an advertising medium. The cookies recognize that you clicked on the ad and allow the advertiser to trace the origin of the order. ADCELL also uses tracking pixels. These allow for the analysis of information such as website traffic.

The information generated by cookies and tracking pixels regarding the use of this website (including the IP address) and the delivery of advertising formats is transmitted to and stored on an ADCELL server. Among other things, ADCELL can recognize that the partner link on this website was clicked. ADCELL may, under certain circumstances, share this (anonymized) information with contractual partners; however, data such as the IP address is not combined with other stored data.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Use of the Amazon Associates Program

We use the "AmazonPartnerNet" partner program of Amazon EU Sarl (5 Rue Plaetis, L-2338 Luxembourg; "Amazon").

We have placed advertisements on our website as links to offers on various Amazon websites. Amazon uses cookies. These cookies are used for the purpose of correct billing within the framework of the affiliate program. Through these cookies, Amazon can determine that you have clicked on an advertisement link and can track the origin of the order generated via that link.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Amazon is certified under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

The privacy policy with detailed information on how Amazon uses your data can be found at https://www.amazon.de/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=footer_privacy?ie=UTF8&nodeId=3312401 .

 

Using the Awin partner program

We use the partner program “Awin” of AWIN AG (Eichhornstraße 3, 10785 Berlin; “Awin”).

When you click on an advertisement containing an affiliate link, Awin places a conversion tracking cookie on your computer. These cookies are used for accurate billing within the affiliate program by recording the success of the advertising material. The cookies recognize that you clicked on the ad and allow the advertiser to trace the origin of the order. Awin also uses fingerprinting. This allows the device you are using to be identified. Among other things, Awin can recognize that the affiliate link on this website was clicked or viewed. Awin collects your transaction data (such as order value, product type, sales channel, and voucher usage) and your username in the form of a unique numerical sequence, so that no identity can be identified, but information about specific user actions and the user's device is included.

Your data may be transferred to third countries such as the USA. The EU Commission has not issued an adequacy decision for the USA. Data transfers are based, among other things, on standard contractual clauses as suitable safeguards for the protection of personal data, which can be viewed at: https://commission.europa.eu/law/law-topic/data-protection/international-dimension-data-protection/standard-contractual-clauses-scc_de .

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

The privacy policy with detailed information on how Awin uses your data can be found at https://www.awin.com/de/datenschutzerklarung .

 

Using the eBay Partner Program

We use the eBay Partner Program of eBay GmbH (Albert-Einstein-Ring 2-6, 14532 Kleinmachnow; “eBay”).

When you click on an advertisement containing an affiliate link, eBay places a conversion tracking cookie on your computer. These cookies are used for accurate billing within the affiliate program by recording the success of an advertisement. The cookies recognize that you clicked on the ad and allow the advertiser to trace the origin of the order. They also allow the device and browser you are using to be identified.

Your data may be transferred to third countries such as the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). eBay is not certified under the TADPF. Data transfers are based, among other things, on standard contractual clauses as suitable safeguards for the protection of personal data, which can be viewed at: https://commission.europa.eu/law/law-topic/data-protection/international-dimension-data-protection/standard-contractual-clauses-scc_de .

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

The privacy policy with detailed information on how eBay uses data can be found at https://partnernetwork.ebay.com/page/network-agreement#privacy-notice .

 

Plug-ins and other

Using Google Tag Manager

We use the Google Tag Manager from Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; "Google") on our website.

This application manages JavaScript and HTML tags used to implement tracking and analytics tools. The data processing serves the purpose of tailoring and optimizing our website to user needs.

The Google Tag Manager itself does not store cookies, nor does it process personal data. However, it enables the triggering of other tags that can collect and process personal data.

You can find more information about terms of use and data protection here. here .

 

Using Google reCAPTCHA

We use the reCAPTCHA service from Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; "Google") on our website. This query serves to distinguish between input by a human and input by automated, machine processing. For this purpose, your input is transmitted to Google and further processed there. Additionally, your IP address and, if applicable, other data required by Google for the reCAPTCHA service are transmitted to Google. This data is processed by Google within the European Union and may also be transferred to servers of Google LLC in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has thus committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information about Google reCAPTCHA and its privacy policy can be found at: https://www.google.com/recaptcha/intro/android.html and https://www.google.com/privacy .

 

Using Google invisible reCAPTCHA

We use the invisible reCAPTCHA service from Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; "Google") on our website.

This serves the purpose of distinguishing between input from a human and input from automated, machine processing. In the background, Google collects and analyzes usage data, which Invisible reCAPTCHA uses to differentiate regular users from bots. For this purpose, your input is transmitted to Google and further processed there. Additionally, your IP address and, if applicable, other data required by Google for the Invisible reCAPTCHA service are transmitted to Google.

This data is processed by Google within the European Union and may also be transferred to servers of Google LLC in the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has thus committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information about Google reCAPTCHA and its privacy policy can be found at: https://www.google.com/recaptcha/intro/android.html and https://www.google.com/privacy

Using hCaptcha

We use the hCaptcha service from Intuition Machines Inc. (1065 SW 8th St #704, Miami, FL 33130, USA; “hCaptcha”) on our website as part of commissioned data processing.

HCaptcha protects our website from spam and abuse by automated access (bots). By implementing hCaptcha, we ensure that certain actions on our website are only performed by real people, thus guaranteeing the security and integrity of our online services.

When using hCaptcha, the following data may be collected and processed: IP address of the user, information about the device used (e.g. browser and operating system), mouse movements and interactions on the website, time spent on the website, user input behavior.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). HCaptcha is certified under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on data processing and data protection at hCaptcha can be found at https://www.hcaptcha.com/gdpr .

Using Cloudflare

We use the Cloudflare CDN content delivery network from Cloudflare Inc. (101 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA; “Cloudflare”) on our website. This is a geographically dispersed network of servers in various data centers to which our web server connects and through which certain content from our website is delivered.

The data processing serves the purpose of optimizing the loading times of our website and thus making our offer more user-friendly.

The following information may be collected, among other things: IP address, system configuration information, information about traffic to and from customer websites (so-called server log files).

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Cloudflare is certified under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

Your personal data is processed on the basis of Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, based on our overriding legitimate interest in designing the website to meet user needs and be targeted effectively. You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you which is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

Further information on data protection when using Cloudflare can be found at https://www.cloudflare.com/de-de/privacypolicy/ .

Using All In One WP Security & Firewall

We use the "All In One WP Security & Firewall" security plug-in from Tips and Tricks HQ on our website.

The purpose of data processing is to increase the security and protection of our website and to identify security vulnerabilities. Cookies may be used for this purpose, which may collect user data such as your IP address. The data is stored only on our servers. It will not be shared with third parties.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on data processing when using the plug-in can be found at https://de.wordpress.org/plugins/all-in-one-wp-security-and-firewall/ and at https://www.tipsandtricks-hq.com/wordpress-security-and-firewall-plugin .

Using Google Maps

We use the Google Maps embedding function on our website, provided by Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, "Google").

This function enables the visual display of geographical information and interactive maps. When pages containing embedded Google Maps are accessed, Google also collects, processes, and uses data from website visitors.

Your data may also be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Further information on the collection and use of data by Google can be found in Google's privacy policy at https://www.google.com/privacypolicy.html . There, in the Privacy Center, you also have the option to change your settings so that you can manage and protect your data processed by Google.

Using YouTube

We use the YouTube video embedding function on our website, provided by Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland; “YouTube”). YouTube is a company affiliated with Google LLC (1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA; “Google”).

This feature displays videos hosted on YouTube within an iFrame on the website. The "Enhanced Privacy Mode" option is enabled. This means that YouTube does not store any information about website visitors. Information is only transmitted to and stored by YouTube when you actually watch a video. Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). YouTube has certified itself under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

For more information about how YouTube and Google collect and use data, your related rights and options for protecting your privacy, please see YouTube's privacy policy at [link to YouTube's privacy policy]. https://www.youtube.com/t/privacy .

Using Vimeo

We use plugins from Vimeo Inc. (555 West 18th Street New York, New York 10011, USA; “Vimeo”) on our website to embed videos from the “Vimeo” portal.

When you access pages on our website that contain such a plug-in, a connection is established to Vimeo's servers, and the plug-in is displayed on the page by sending a message to your browser. This transmits both your IP address and information about which of our pages you have visited to Vimeo's servers.

If you are logged into Vimeo, Vimeo will associate this information with your personal user account. When using the plug-in functions (e.g., by starting a video by clicking the corresponding button), this information will also be associated with your Vimeo account.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Vimeo is certified under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

For more information on the purpose and scope of the data collection, as well as on the further use and processing of the data by Vimeo, and on your related rights and options for protecting your privacy, please see Vimeo's privacy policy: https://vimeo.com/privacy

Using Google Translate

We use the translation service of [Company Name] on our website via an API integration.

Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland).

The data processing serves the purpose of displaying the information provided on the website in other languages. To ensure that the translation is automatically displayed according to your chosen language, your browser connects to Google's servers. Cookies may be used in this process. Among other things, the following information may be collected and processed: IP address, URL of the visited page, date and time.

Your data may be transferred to the USA. The EU Commission has issued an adequacy decision for the USA, the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework (TADPF). Google has certified itself under the TADPF and has therefore committed to complying with European data protection principles.

The use of cookies or similar technologies is based on your consent pursuant to Section 25 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 of the German Telemedia Act (TDDG) in conjunction with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. The processing of your personal data is based on your consent pursuant to Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter a of the GDPR. You can withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

For more information about how Google collects and uses your data, please visit: https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/ .

 

Data subject rights and storage period

Storage duration

After complete contract fulfillment, the data will initially be stored for the duration of the warranty period, then taking into account legal, in particular tax and commercial law retention periods, and then deleted after the expiry of the period, unless you have consented to further processing and use.

Rights of the data subject

Provided the legal requirements are met, you have the following rights under Articles 15 to 20 GDPR: right of access, right to rectification, right to erasure, right to restriction of processing, right to data portability.

Furthermore, pursuant to Article 21 Paragraph 1 GDPR, you have the right to object to processing based on Article 6 Paragraph 1 f GDPR, as well as to processing for direct marketing purposes.

Right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority

According to Article 77 of the GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority if you believe that the processing of your personal data is unlawful.

You can lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority responsible for us, which you can reach using the following contact details:

State Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information Rhineland-Palatinate

PO Box 30 40

55020 Mainz

Tel.: +49 6131 89200

Fax: +49 6131 8920299

Email: poststelle@datenschutz.rlp.de

Right to object

If the processing of personal data listed here is based on our legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR, you have the right to object to this processing at any time with effect for the future on grounds relating to your particular situation.

After an objection has been lodged, the processing of the data in question will cease, unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override your interests, rights and freedoms, or the processing serves the purpose of establishing, exercising or defending legal claims.

Last updated: October 22, 2024