Privacy policy | Tolpec GmbHStatus 10/24/2025 Who we areThe controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other data protection regulations is Tolpec GmbH Wertstrasse 44 73240 Wendlingen Germany +49 7024 4088-0 contact@scc-aircompressors.com https://scc-aircompressors.com/ Contacting the data protection officerThe data protection officer of the controller is DataCo GmbH Sandstr. 33 80335 Munich Germany +49 89 7400 45840 On this page we inform you about the processing of your personal data on the website. How we collect and use your personal data depends on how you interact with us or which services you use. We will only collect, use or share your personal data where we have a legitimate purpose and legal basis for doing so. What do we mean by legal basis?Consent (Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR)-You have given us your consent to process your personal data for the specific purpose that we have explained to you. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. For more information on how you can withdraw your consent, please refer to the subsections “Exercising your rights” in the following sections of this Privacy Policy. Contract (Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. b GDPR) -We need to use your data to fulfill a contract you have with us. Alternatively, it is necessary to use your data because we have asked you to do so or you have taken certain steps yourself before entering into this contract. Legal obligation (Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. c GDPR) -We must use your data to comply with the law. Vital interests (Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. d GDPR) – The processing of your data is necessary to protect your vital interests or those of another person. For example, to protect you from serious physical harm. Public task (Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. e GDPR) – The processing of your data is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or because it is covered by a task defined by law, e.g. for a statutory function. Legitimate interests (Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR) -The processing of your data is necessary to support a legitimate interest that we or another party have, only if your own interests do not prevail. Please note that if your data is processed to fulfill a contract or legal obligation and you do not provide the requested data, we may not be able to provide you with our website services. Data sharing and international transferAs explained in this Privacy Policy, we use various service providers to help us provide our services and keep your data secure. When we use these service providers, it is necessary for us to share your personal data with them. We have concluded agreements with all service providers to whom we pass on your data, obliging them to protect your data. If your personal data is transferred outside the EU, we will ensure that your personal data receives an equivalent level of protection, either because the country to which your data is transferred has an “adequate” standard of data protection according to the European Commission, or by using another safeguard, such as an enhanced contractual arrangement, i.e. the Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) adopted by the European Commission. For example, when we use US service providers, we rely on either the SCC or the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, depending on the provider. You can request a copy of the SCCs we have in place with our service providers by sending an email to the email address provided in this Privacy Policy. Your rightsIf your personal data is processed, you are a data subject within the meaning of the GDPR and you have the following rights vis-à-vis the controller: 1. the right to information (Art. 15 GDPR)You have the right to obtain from us confirmation as to whether or not personal data concerning you are being processed, and, where that is the case, access to the personal data and the following information: – Processing purposes – Categories of personal data – Recipients or categories of recipients – Planned storage duration or the criteria for determining this duration – the existence of the rights to rectification, erasure, restriction or objection – Right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority – If applicable, origin of the data (if collected from a third party) – If applicable, the existence of automated decision-making including profiling with meaningful information about the logic involved, the scope and the expected effects – Possible transfer of personal data to a third country or international organization 2. right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)If your personal data is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request immediate correction or completion of the personal data. 3. right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)If one of the following conditions is met, you have the right to request that the processing of your personal data be restricted: – You contest the accuracy of your personal data for a period enabling us to verify the accuracy of the personal data. – In the event of unlawful processing, you object to the erasure of the personal data and instead request the restriction of the use of the personal data. – We no longer need your personal data for the purposes of processing, but you need your personal data to assert, exercise or defend your legal claims, or – after you have lodged an objection to the processing, for the duration of the examination as to whether our legitimate reasons outweigh your reasons. 4. right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”) (Art. 17 GDPR)If one of the following reasons applies, you have the right to demand the immediate deletion of your personal data: – Your data are no longer necessary for the processing purposes for which they were originally collected. – you withdraw your consent and there is no other legal basis for the processing. – You object to the processing and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing or you object pursuant to Art. 21 (2) GDPR. – Your personal data is being processed unlawfully. – The deletion is necessary to fulfill a legal obligation under Union law or the law of the Member State to which we are subject. – The personal data was collected in relation to information society services offered in accordance with Article 8 (1) GDPR. Please note that the above reasons do not apply if the processing is necessary: – To exercise the right to freedom of expression and information; – For compliance with a legal obligation or for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest to which we are subject. – For reasons of public interest in the area of public health. – For archiving purposes in the public interest, scientific or historical research purposes or for statistical purposes. – for the assertion, exercise or defense of legal claims. 5. right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format or to request that it be transmitted to another controller. 6. right to object to certain data processing (Art. 21 GDPR)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 (e) or (f) of Article 6(1) GDPR. This also applies to profiling based on these provisions. If your personal data is processed for direct marketing purposes, you have the right to object at any time to the processing of your personal data for such marketing, which includes profiling to the extent that it is related to such direct marketing. 7. right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authorityWithout prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you consider that the processing of personal data relating to you infringes the GDPR. The supervisory authority with which the complaint has been lodged shall inform the complainant of the status and outcome of the complaint, including the possibility of a judicial remedy pursuant to Art. 78 GDPR. A list of the competent supervisory authorities in Germany can be found on the website of the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection at the following link: https://www.bfdi.bund.de/DE/Service/Anschriften/Laender/Laender-node.html Provision of the website and creation of log files1. description and scope of data processingEach time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the accessing computer. The following data is collected: – Information about the browser type and version used – The user’s operating system – The user’s internet service provider – Date and time of access – Websites from which the user’s system accesses our website – Websites that are accessed by the user’s system via our website – IP address (anonymized or pseudonymized) This data is stored in the log files of our system. This data is not stored together with other personal data of the user. 2. purpose of data processingTemporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable delivery of the website to the user’s computer. For this purpose, the user’s IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session. Data is stored in log files to ensure the functionality of the website. We also use the data to optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. The data is not analyzed for marketing purposes in this context. 3. legal basis for data processingThe legal basis for the temporary storage of data and log files is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storageThe data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. In the case of the collection of data for the provision of the website, this is the case when the respective session has ended. If the data is stored in log files, this is the case after seven days at the latest. Storage beyond this period is possible. In this case, the IP addresses of the users are deleted or anonymized so that it is no longer possible to identify the accessing client. 5. exercise your rightsThe collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files is absolutely necessary for the operation of the website. The user can object to this. Whether the objection is successful must be determined as part of a weighing of interests. Use of cookies1. description and scope of data processingWhen you visit our website, we use technical aids for various functions, in particular cookies, which can be stored on your end device. When you access our website and at any time thereafter, you have the choice of whether you generally allow cookies to be set or which individual additional functions you would like to select. You can make changes in your browser settings or via our Consent Manager. Cookies are text files or information in a database that are stored on your hard disk and assigned to the browser you are using so that certain information can flow to the place that sets the cookie. Below we describe the type of cookies we use: We use technically necessary cookies that are required for the technical structure of the website. Without these cookies, our website cannot be displayed (completely correctly) or the support functions are not possible. The following data is stored and transmitted by the technically necessary cookies: – Language settings – Log-in information – Use of website functions We use cookies on our website that are not technically necessary. Cookies that are not technically necessary are text files that are not only used for the functionality of the website, but also collect other data. By setting technically unnecessary cookies, the following data is processed: – IP address – Location of Internet users – Date and time the website was accessed – Customization of advertisements to the user – Tracking of surfing behavior – Linking the website visit with other social media platforms 2. purpose of data processingThe purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to ensure the functionality of our website. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these, it is necessary for the browser to be recognized even after a page change. We require the technically necessary cookies for the following applications: – Transfer of language settings – Functionality of the website Cookies that are not technically necessary are used for the purpose of improving the quality of our website, its content and thus our reach and efficiency. By setting these cookies, we learn how the website is used and can thus constantly optimize our offer. In particular, these cookies serve the following purposes: We use non-essential cookies to analyze visitor behavior, measure the effectiveness of advertising, provide personalized content and offers and improve the user-friendliness of our website. This includes analysis tools (Google Analytics), marketing and remarketing services (Google Ads, Meta Pixel, HubSpot, Brevo) as well as external media and security services (e.g. reCAPTCHA, Google Fonts, embedded content).
3. legal basis for data processingThe provisions of the Telecommunications Digital Services Data Protection Act (TDDDG) apply to the storage of information in the end user’s terminal equipment and/or access to information already stored in the end user’s terminal equipment. If the setting and reading of cookies is technically necessary, this is done to ensure the functionality of our website. In this case, cookies are stored and accessed on your terminal equipment on the basis of Section 25 (2) No. 2 TDDDG. This storage and access to the information in your end device serves to make it easier for you to use our website and to be able to offer you our services as you have requested. Some functions of our website do not work without the use of these cookies and could therefore not be offered. The cookies are generally deleted at the end of the session (e.g. logging out or closing the browser) or after a specified period of time. Information on different storage periods for cookies can be found in the following sections of this privacy policy. Insofar as cookies are used that are not technically necessary, this is done on the basis of your express consent, which you can give via the cookie banner. In this case, the basis for storing and accessing information is Section 25 (1) TDDDG in conjunction with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a), Art. 7 GDPR. You can revoke your consent at any time with effect for the future or subsequently grant it again by configuring your cookie settings accordingly. Alternatively, you can prevent the storage of cookies by making the appropriate settings in your browser software. Please note that the browser settings you make only apply to the browser you are using. If personal data is processed following the storage of and access to the information on your end device, the provisions of the GDPR apply. You can find information on this in the following sections of this privacy policy. 4. exercise your rightsYou can withdraw your consent to the use of cookies at any time and manage your consent preferences at the following link: https://scc-aircompressors.com/#borlabs-cookie Newsletter1. description and scope of data processingYou can subscribe to a free newsletter on our website. When you register for the newsletter, the data from the input screen is transmitted to us. In order to provide this service, we collect the following data from you: – Email address – Surname – First name – Telephone/cell phone number – IP address of the calling computer – Date and time of registration Your consent is obtained for the processing of the data as part of the registration process and reference is made to this privacy policy. The data will be used exclusively for sending the newsletter. 2. purpose of data processingThe purpose of collecting the user’s email address is to send the newsletter. The collection of other personal data as part of the registration process serves to prevent misuse of the services or the email address used. 3. legal basis for data processingThe legal basis for the processing of data after registration for the newsletter by the user is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR if the user has given consent. 4. duration of storageThe data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. The user’s email address is therefore stored for as long as the subscription to the newsletter is active. The other personal data collected during the registration process is generally deleted after a period of seven days. 5. exercise your rightsThe subscription to the newsletter can be canceled by the user concerned at any time. For this purpose, there is a corresponding link in every newsletter. This also makes it possible to withdraw consent to the storage of personal data collected during the registration process. Email contact1. description and scope of data processingIt is possible to contact us via the email address provided on our website. In this case, the user’s personal data transmitted with the email will be stored. The data is used exclusively for processing the conversation. 2. purpose of data processingIn the case of contact by email, this also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in the processing of the data. 3. legal basis for data processingThe legal basis for processing the data transmitted in the course of sending an email is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest is to respond to your request sent by email in the best possible way. If the e-mail contact is aimed at the conclusion of a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR. 4. duration of storageThe data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. For personal data sent by email, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the matter in question has been conclusively clarified. The additional personal data collected during the sending process will be deleted after a period of seven days at the latest. 5. exercise your rightsIf the user contacts us by email, they can object to the storage of their personal data at any time. In such a case, the conversation cannot be continuedwerden.contact@scc-aircompressors.com. All personal data stored in the course of contacting us will be deleted in this case. Contact form1. description and scope of data processingThere is a contact form on our website that can be used to contact us electronically. If a user makes use of this option, the data entered in the input mask will be transmitted to us and stored. The following data is stored at the time the message is sent: – Email address – Surname – First name – IP address of the calling computer – Date and time 2. purpose of data processingThe processing of personal data from the input mask of the contact form or via the e-mail address provided serves us solely to process the contact. The other personal data processed during the sending process is used to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. 3. legal basis for data processingThe legal basis for the processing of data transmitted in the course of sending an email is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest is to respond to your inquiry that you send to us via the contact form in the best possible way. If the email contact is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. b GDPR. 4. duration of storageThe data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. For the personal data from the input screen of the contact form and those sent by email, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the matter in question has been conclusively clarified. The additional personal data collected during the sending process will be deleted after a period of seven days at the latest. 5. exercise your rightsIf the user contacts us via the input mask in the contact form, they can object to the storage of their personal data at any time in the following way: contact@scc-aircompressors.com. All personal data stored in the course of contacting us will be deleted in this case. Application by email1. description and scope of data processingYou can send us your application by email. We will record your email address and the data you provide in the email. 2. purpose of data processingThe processing of the personal data from your application email is solely for the purpose of processing your application. 3. legal basis for data processingThe legal basis for the processing of your data is the initiation of a contract at the request of the data subject, Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. b Alt. 1 GDPR and § 26 para. 1 sentence 1 BDSG. 4. duration of storageAfter completion of the application process, the data will be stored for up to 6 months. Your data will be deleted after 6 months at the latest. In the event of a legal obligation, the data will be stored in accordance with the applicable provisions. Company appearancesInstagram: Instagram, Part of Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd, 4 Grand Canal Square Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland On our company page, we provide information and offer Instagram users the opportunity to communicate. If you carry out an action on our Instagram corporate presence (e.g. comments, posts, likes, etc.), you may make personal data (e.g. real name or photo of your user profile) public. However, since we generally or largely have no influence on the processing of your personal data by Instagram, we cannot make any binding statements about the purpose and scope of the processing of your data. We use our corporate presence in social networks to communicate and exchange information with (potential) customers. In particular, we use the company presence for: Aim and purpose of the website Presentation of the company SCC -air compressors and its expertise in the field of compressed air technology. Presentation and marketing of the product portfolio (compressors, compressed air treatment, etc.) Information for (potential) customers, dealers and interested parties about technical data, service and support. Provision of contact options, brochures, downloads and news (e.g. blog, newsletter). Initial orientation, build brand trust. Interested parties can find suitable models and compare technical features. Check technical details, decision support for purchase. Strengthen trust in the brand, cultivate image. Enable direct communication, generate inquiries. Additional information for buyers or sales partners. Inform visitors regularly, promote SEO / visibility. The publications on the company’s website may contain the following content: – Information about products – Information about services – Customer contact Every user is free to publish personal data through activities. Insofar as we process your personal data in order to evaluate your online behavior, offer you competitions or carry out lead campaigns, this is done on the basis of your express declaration of consent, Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a, Art. 7 GDPR. The legal basis for the processing of personal data for the purpose of communicating with customers and interested parties is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest here is to respond to your inquiry in the best possible way and to be able to provide the requested information. If the contact is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR. The data generated by the company website is not stored in our own systems. For the processing of your personal data in third countries, we have provided suitable guarantees in the form of standard data protection clauses in accordance with Art. 46 para. 2 lit. c GDPR. A copy of the standard data protection clauses can be requested from us. You can object to the processing of your personal data that we collect in the context of your use of our corporate presence at any time and assert your rights as a data subject as set out in the “Your rights” section of this privacy policy. To do so, send us an informal email to contact@scc-aircompressors.com. You can find more information on the processing of your personal data by Instagram and the corresponding objection options here: Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875 Use of company presences in professional networks1. scope of data processingThe company website is used for applications, information/PR and active sourcing. We have no information on the processing of your personal data by the companies jointly responsible for the company website. Further information can be found in the privacy policy of: We provide information on our website and offer users the opportunity to communicate. The company website is used for applications, information/PR and active sourcing. We have no information on the processing of your personal data by the companies jointly responsible for the company’s website. Further information can be found in the privacy policy of: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy If you carry out an action on our company website (e.g. comments, posts, likes, etc.), you may make personal data (e.g. real name or photo of your user profile) public. 2. legal basis for data processingThe legal basis for the processing of personal data for the purpose of communicating with customers and interested parties is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest is to respond to your inquiry in the best possible way and to be able to provide the requested information. If the contact is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR. 3. purpose of data processingOur company website serves to inform users about our services. Every user is free to publish personal data through activities. 4. duration of storageThe data generated by the company website is not stored in our own systems. 5. exercise your rightsYou can object to the processing of your personal data that we collect in the context of your use of our corporate presence at any time and assert your rights as a data subject as set out in the “Your rights” section of this privacy policy. To do so, send us an informal email to the email address stated in this privacy policy. Further information on exercising your rights can be found here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy HostingThe website is hosted on servers of a service provider commissioned by us. Our service provider is: The servers automatically collect and store information in so-called server log files, which your browser automatically transmits when you visit the website. The information stored is – Information about the browser type and version used – The user’s operating system – The user’s internet service provider – Date and time of access – Websites from which the user’s system accesses our website – Websites that are accessed by the user’s system via our website – IP address (anonymized or pseudonymized) This data is not merged with other data sources. This data is collected on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest in processing this data is to display our website without errors and to optimize its functions. The website server is geographically located in Germany. GeotargetingWe use the IP address and other information provided by the user (in particular the zip code during registration or ordering) for regional targeting (so-called “geotargeting”). Regional targeting is used, for example, to automatically show you regional offers or advertising that are often more relevant to users. The legal basis for the use of the IP address and any other information provided by the user (in particular zip code) is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR, based on our interest in ensuring a more precise target group approach and thus providing offers and advertising with greater relevance for users. Part of the IP address and the additional information provided by the user (in particular the zip code) is only read out and not stored separately. You can prevent geotargeting by using a VPN or proxy server, for example, which prevent precise localization. In addition, depending on the browser used, you can also deactivate location localization in the corresponding browser settings (if supported by the respective browser). We use geotargeting on our website for the following purposes: – Geo-blocking – Customer approach – Advertising purposes Registration1. description and scope of data processingOn our website, we offer users the opportunity to register by providing personal data. The data is entered into an input mask and transmitted to us and stored. The data is not passed on to third parties. The following data is collected as part of the registration process: – Email address – Surname – First name – Pseudonym – Address – Telephone/cell phone number – IP address of the calling computer – Date and time of registration As part of the registration process, the user’s consent to the processing of this data is obtained. 2. purpose of data processingUser registration is required to fulfill a contract with the user or to carry out pre-contractual measures. 3. legal basis for data processingIf the registration serves the fulfillment of a contract to which the user is a party or the implementation of pre-contractual measures, the additional legal basis for the processing of the data is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. b GDPR. The legal basis for the processing of the data is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR if the user has given consent. 4. duration of storageThe data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required for the purpose for which it was collected. This is the case for the data collected during the registration process for the performance of a contract or for the implementation of pre-contractual measures if the data is no longer required for the performance of the contract. Even after conclusion of the contract, it may be necessary to store personal data of the contractual partner in order to fulfill contractual or legal obligations. 5. exercise your rightsAs a user, you have the option of canceling your registration at any time. You can change the data stored about you at any time. You can request deletion in the following ways: We only open accounts on our website for users who have been internally verified by us. The reason for this is that users receive confidential information from SCC, such as prices, technical data, stock levels, information on promotions, etc. This information for initial registration can be found here: https://scc-aircompressors.com/haendlerregistrierung-scc-haendlerportal/ Customers do not yet have to fill out a form – this is briefly clarified by email with the sales department, who also have to approve the dealer. We then confirm access to the retailer by e-mail. The processing department receives brief information from the sales department with the customer’s name and e-mail address. The users receive a password, which they can then change in their customer area. Only SCC can delete users. We have no information about this procedure for deleting customer accounts for customers. Customers can make changes to their data in their area. If the data is required to fulfill a contract or to carry out pre-contractual measures, premature deletion of the data is only possible insofar as contractual or legal obligations do not prevent deletion. Integrated third-party servicesWe use various service providers to provide the services we offer on the website. In general, we have a legitimate interest in sharing your data with the relevant service providers if these services are essential for the provision of the basic service offered on the website in order to provide the relevant website service. If such services are required for additional services, extended functions or additional purposes, your personal data will only be passed on to service providers if you give your consent. You can withdraw your consent to the use of integrated third-party services at any time and manage your consent settings here: https://scc-aircompressors.com/#borlabs-cookie Use of Bing Ads 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the conversion tracking tool Bing Ads from Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA (hereinafter referred to as: Microsoft). Bing Ads stores a cookie on your computer if you have reached our online presence via a Bing Ads ad. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the user’s activity (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on), device and browser information (in particular the IP address and operating system), data about the advertisements displayed (in particular which advertisements have been displayed and whether the user has clicked on them) and also data from advertising partners (in particular pseudonymized user IDs). We only learn the total number of users who clicked on a Bing ad and were then redirected to the conversion page. 2. purpose of data processing In this way, Microsoft Bing and we can recognize that someone has clicked on an ad, has been redirected to our online presence and has reached a previously determined target page (conversion page). 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of meta pixels 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the meta pixel of Meta Platforms Ireland Limited, Merrion Road, Dublin 4, D04 X2K5, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as Facebook) on our online presence. With its help, we can track the actions of users after they have seen or clicked on a Facebook ad. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the user’s activity (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on), device and browser information (in particular the IP address and operating system), data about the advertisements displayed (in particular which advertisements have been displayed and whether the user has clicked on them) and also data from advertising partners (in particular pseudonymized user IDs). This allows us to record the effectiveness of Facebook ads for statistical and market research purposes. 2. purpose of data processing The meta pixel is used to analyze and optimize advertising measures. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of Google AdSense 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Google AdSense from Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA and the representative in the Union Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, D04 E5W5, Dublin, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as: Google). We use this service to place advertisements. Google places a cookie on your computer. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the activity of the user (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on), device and browser information (in particular the IP address and the operating system), data about the advertisements displayed (in particular which advertisements have been displayed and whether the user has clicked on them) and also data from advertising partners (in particular pseudonymized user IDs). 2. purpose of data processing Google evaluates the data in order to draw conclusions about your user behavior with regard to the AdSense advertisements. The data may also be passed on to third parties if there is a legal obligation to do so or if the data is processed on behalf of Google. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of Google AdWords 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Google AdWords from Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA and the representative in the Union Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, D04 E5W5, Dublin, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as: Google). We use this service to place advertisements. Google places a cookie on your computer. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the activity of the user (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on), device and browser information (in particular the IP address and the operating system), data about the advertisements displayed (in particular which advertisements have been displayed and whether the user has clicked on them) and also data from advertising partners (in particular pseudonymized user IDs). 2. purpose of data processing We only receive information about the total number of users who have responded to our ad. No information is passed on with which we could identify you. The use is not for tracking purposes. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of Google Analytics 4 (GA 4) 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as Google). Google Analytics analyzes, among other things, how the website visitor uses our site. Google places cookies on your end device. During the visit, user behavior is recorded in the form of “events”. This allows personal data to be stored and analyzed, including – First visit to the website – Interaction with the website, usage path – Clicks on external links – Video use – File downloads – Advertising impressions and clicks – Scroll behavior (if to end of page) – Searches on the website – Language selection – Page visits – Location (region) – Your IP address (in abbreviated form) – technical information about your browser and the end devices you use (e.g. language setting, screen resolution) – Your Internet provider – Referrer URL IP address anonymization is activated by default in GA 4. This means that your IP address will be truncated by Google within the member states of the European Union or other parties to the Agreement on the European Economic Area. As an exception, only in rare cases will the full IP address be transmitted to a Google server in the USA and shortened there. Google states that the IP address transmitted by your browser will not be merged with other Google data in the context of Google Analytics. Further information on the processing of data by Google can be found here: https://policies.google.com/privacy 2. purpose of data processing We use GA 4 to evaluate the use of our online presence and to generate reports on the activities on our website. The reports are used to analyze the performance of our website and to target advertising to people who have already shown an initial interest by visiting our website. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a) GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal data will be deleted after 2 months. This deletion takes place automatically once a month. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can withdraw your consent via our Cookie Consent Tool. You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by Google by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, using the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript(https://noscript.net) or Ghostery(https://www.ghostery.com) in your browser. Further information on objection and removal options vis-à-vis Google can be found at: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites You can also prevent Google from collecting the data generated by the cookie and relating to your use of the online presence (including your IP address) and from processing this data by Google by downloading and installing the browser plug-in available at the following link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=de You can deactivate the use of your personal data by Google using the following link: https://adssettings.google.de Use of Google Ads Remarketing 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Google Ads Remarketing from Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA and the representative in the Union Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, D04 E5W5, Dublin, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as: Google). Google Remarketing is used to retarget visitors to the online presence for advertising purposes via Google Ads ads. Google Ads Remarketing can be used to create target groups (“similar target groups”) that have, for example, accessed certain pages. This makes it possible to identify the user on other online presences and display targeted advertising. Google places a cookie on the user’s computer. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the user’s activity (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on), device and browser information (in particular the IP address and operating system), data about the advertisements displayed (in particular which advertisements have been displayed and whether the user has clicked on them) and also data from advertising partners (in particular pseudonymized user IDs). 2. purpose of data processing The purpose of processing personal data is to address a specific target group. The cookies stored on the user’s end device recognize them when they visit an online presence and can therefore show them interest-based advertising. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of Google ReCaptcha 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Google ReCaptcha from the provider Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA and the representative in the Union Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, D04 E5W5, Dublin, Ireland. This tool is designed to check whether a data entry is compliant and has not been made by a bot, and Google ReCaptcha analyzes and authenticates the behavior of an online presence visitor with regard to various characteristics. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the user’s activity (especially mouse movements and which elements have been clicked on) and device and browser information (especially time, IP address and operating system). The data is not associated with data that may be collected or used in connection with the parallel use of authenticated Google services such as Gmail. Further information on the processing of data by Google can be found here: https://policies.google.com/privacy?gl=DE&hl=de 2. purpose of data processing The use of Google ReCaptcha serves to protect our online presence from misuse. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by Google by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, using the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript(https://noscript.net/) or Ghostery(https://www.ghostery.com) in your browser. You can use the following link to deactivate the use of your personal data by Google: Further information on objection and removal options vis-à-vis Google can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy?gl=DE&hl=de” Use of Google Web Fonts 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Google Web Fonts from Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA and the representative in the Union Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, D04 E5W5, Dublin, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as: Google). The web fonts are transferred to the browser’s cache when the page is called up in order to be able to use them for the visually improved display of various information. If the browser does not support Google web fonts or prevents access, the text is displayed in a standard font. No cookies are stored on the visitor’s computer when the page is accessed. Data that is transmitted in connection with the page view is sent to resource-specific domains such as https://fonts.googleapis.com or https://fonts.gstatic.com. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the user’s activity, in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on, and device and browser information, in particular the IP address and operating system. 2. purpose of data processing The use of Google Web Fonts serves the purpose of an appealing presentation of our texts. If your browser does not support this function, a standard font will be used by your computer for display. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by Google by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, using the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript(https://noscript.net/) or Ghostery(https://www.ghostery.com) in your browser. Use of Gravity Forms 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Gravity Forms from Rocketgenius Inc, 1620 Centerville Turnpike #102, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, USA (hereinafter referred to as: Rocketgenius). Gravity Forms is a complete form management solution for WordPress. This is used to improve the presentation of our online presence content. According to its own information, Rocketgenius does not process any personal data itself and does not set any cookies for the user. 2. purpose of data processing The use of the Gravity Form plug-in serves to improve the user-friendliness of our online presence. We use this plug-in to easily create, integrate and display forms in an appealing way. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to revoke your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of HubSpot 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use functions of HubSpot Inc, 2nd Floor, 25 First Street, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA (hereinafter referred to as HubSpot). This is an integrated software solution that we use to cover various aspects of our online marketing. These include, among others: Email marketing (newsletters as well as automated mailings, e.g. to provide downloads), social media publishing & reporting, reporting (in particular traffic sources, accesses, etc. …), contact management (in particular user segmentation & CRM), landing pages and contact forms. HubSpot places a cookie on your computer. This allows personal data to be stored and evaluated, in particular the user’s activity (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on), device and browser information (in particular the IP address and operating system), data about the advertisements displayed (in particular which advertisements have been displayed and whether the user has clicked on them) and also data from advertising partners (in particular pseudonymized user IDs). 2. purpose of data processing The use of the HubSpot plug-in serves exclusively to optimize our marketing. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to revoke your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Further information on objection and removal options vis-à-vis HubSpot can be found at Use of HubSpot All-In-One Marketing – Forms, Popups, Live Chat 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use HubSpot All-In-One Marketing – Forms, Popups, Live Chat, a marketing and sales platform provided by HubSpot, Inc, 25 First Street, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA. 2. purpose of data processing HubSpot is used to communicate with website visitors, respond to inquiries, build and maintain customer relationships and optimize our marketing and sales processes. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data via HubSpot is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR (consent), insofar as you voluntarily provide us with personal data via forms, pop-ups or live chat. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected via HubSpot will only be stored for as long as is necessary for the respective purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent shall not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by HubSpot by preventing the storage of third-party cookies, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery in your browser. Further information on the processing of personal data by HubSpot can be found in HubSpot’s privacy policy at: https://legal.hubspot.com/de/privacy-policy
Use of Wordfence Security 1. scope of the processing of personal data Our online presence uses functions of Defiant Inc, 800 5th Ave, Suite 4100, Seattle, WA 98104, USA (hereinafter: Defiant). Wordfence Security secures our online presence and thus protects visitors to the online presence from viruses and malware. When you visit a page with a plugin, a direct connection is established between your computer and the Defiant server. In order to recognize whether the visitor is a human or a bot, the plugin sets cookies. This allows further personal data to be stored and analyzed, in particular the device and browser information (especially the IP address and operating system). It is possible to evaluate the behavior from the notifications sent (e.g. how often a page is accessed). IP addresses are stored on the Wordfence servers to protect against brute force and DDoS attacks or comment spam. IP addresses classified as harmless are placed on a white list. Further information on the processing of data by Defiant can be found here: https://www.wordfence.com/privacy-policy/ 2. purpose of data processing The online presence uses the plug-in to protect against viruses and malware and to defend against attacks by computer criminals. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by Wordfence Security by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, using the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript(https://noscript.net/) or Ghostery(https://www.ghostery.com) in your browser. You can find further information on objection and removal options vis-à-vis Wordfence Security at: https://www.wordfence.com/privacy-policy/ Use of WPML 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use WPML from OnTheGoSystems Limited, 22/F 3 Lockhart Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong (hereinafter referred to as: WPML). WPML is a multilingual plugin for WordPress. We use WPML to display our online presence in different languages. When you visit our online presence, WPML stores a cookie on your end device to save the language setting you have selected. This allows personal data to be stored and analyzed, in particular the user’s activity (in particular which pages have been visited and which elements have been clicked on) as well as device and browser information (in particular the IP address and operating system). Purpose of data processing of personal data The use of WPML enables us to display our online presence in multiple languages. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for data processing is Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest lies in addressing visitors to our online presence in their native language. 4. duration of storage WPML stores cookies on your end device. Information on the storage duration of cookies can be found at: https://wpml.org/documentation/privacy-policy-and-DSGVO-compliance 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by WPML by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, using the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript(https://noscript.net/) or Ghostery(https://www.ghostery.com) in your browser. Use of Google Tag Manager 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Google Tag Manager(https://www.google.com/intl/de/tagmanager/ ) of Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA and the representative in the Union Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, D04 E5W5, Dublin, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as: Google). Google Tag Manager can be used to manage and bundle tags from Google and third-party services and embed them on an online presence. Tags are small code elements on an online presence that are used, among other things, to measure visitor numbers and behaviour, to record the impact of online advertising and social channels, to use remarketing and targeting and to test and optimize online presences. When a user visits the online presence, the current tag configuration is sent to the user’s browser. It contains instructions on which tags should be triggered. Google Tag Manager triggers other tags, which in turn may collect data. Information on this can be found in the sections on the use of the corresponding services in this privacy policy. Google Tag Manager does not access this data. 2. purpose of data processing The purpose of processing personal data is to collect and clearly manage and efficiently integrate the services of third-party providers. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this privacy policy or as required by law. Advertising data in server logs is anonymized by Google deleting parts of the IP address and cookie information after 9 and 18 months respectively. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of Twitter Analytics We use the analysis tool Twitter Analytics from X Corp, 1355 Market Street, Suite 900, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA (hereinafter referred to as: Twitter). 2. purpose of data processing The processing of users’ personal data by Twitter Analytics enables us to analyze the performance of our advertising on Twitter and the interactions with Twitter users. By analyzing the data obtained, we are able to compile information about the use of the individual components of our website. This helps us to constantly improve our advertising measures and, in this context, to increase user-friendliness. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to revoke your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of LinkedIn Analytics 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the LinkedIn Analytics analysis service of LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company, Wilton Place, Dublin 2, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as: LinkedIn). By using LinkedIn Analytics, pseudonymized user profiles are created for users. The profiles are used to analyze user behavior and are used to optimize our offer. The following data is processed: 2. purpose of data processing The processing of users’ personal data by LinkedIn Analytics enables us to analyze the surfing behavior of our users. By evaluating the data obtained, we are able to compile information about the use of the individual components of our website. This helps us to continuously improve our online presence and, in this context, to increase user-friendliness. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of Facebook retargeting 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use functionalities of the Facebook Retargeting advertising plugin from Facebook Ireland Limited, 4 Grand Canal Square, Dublin Dublin 2, Ireland (hereinafter referred to as Facebook Retargeting). 2. purpose of data processing We use Facebook Retargeting to place advertisements on various platforms and to analyze the interaction of users with these advertisements. In this way, we aim to show users personalized advertising that is more relevant to them. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal information will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law, e.g. for tax and accounting purposes. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of LinkedIn Insight Tag 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use functionalities of the LinkedIn Insight Tag marketing plugin from LinkedIn Ireland, Unlimited Company, Wilton Place, Dublin 2, Ireland (hereinafter: LinkedIn). 2. purpose of data processing We use the LinkedIn Insight Tag to collect information about visitors to our website. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of users’ personal data is generally the consent of the user in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. a GDPR. 4. duration of storage The members’ direct identifiers are removed within seven days in order to pseudonymize the data. This remaining pseudonymized data is then deleted within 180 days. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Use of WP Statistics 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the web analytics service WP Statistics for WordPress websites, provided by Verona Labs, Tornimäe 5, 10145 Tallinn, Estonia. WP Statistics is used to gain insights into the behavior of visitors on our website. It collects and processes data, including user activity (such as pages visited and elements clicked on) as well as device and browser information (including IP addresses, which are anonymized to protect privacy, and operating system). This enables us to analyze personal data in order to improve the functionality and user experience of our website. 2. purpose of data processing The use of WP Statistics aims to improve the user-friendliness and performance of our website. By analyzing the use of our site, we can optimize our content, improve navigation and ensure a better user experience. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The legal basis for the processing of personal data by WP Statistics is the user’s consent in accordance with Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR. 4. duration of storage Your personal data collected by WP Statistics is only stored for as long as is necessary to analyze and improve the website. This period is determined by the specific analysis requirements. As soon as the data is no longer required for these purposes, it is immediately deleted or anonymized. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by WP Statistics by configuring your browser to block cookies, using the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, disabling the execution of script code in your browser or using a script blocker such as NoScript (https://noscript.net/) or Ghostery (https://www.ghostery.com) in your browser. Use of Borlabs Cookie 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use Borlabs Cookie, a cookie consent management tool provided by Borlabs GmbH, 22305 Hamburg, Germany. Borlabs Cookie helps us to manage and document the consents of website visitors for cookies and similar technologies. When visitors interact with the consent banner, Borlabs Cookie processes data including their cookie preferences, device and browser information, IP address and consent history. This data is essential for us to comply with legal requirements and to respect the privacy preferences of our visitors. 2. purpose of data processing The main purpose of using Borlabs Cookie is to enable our website to comply with legal obligations under the GDPR and the TDDDG. By effectively managing cookie consents, we ensure that our website respects our visitors’ choices regarding privacy and the use of cookies and related technologies. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Borlabs Cookie is based on the legal requirement to obtain and document the consent of website visitors for the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 (c) GDPR and § 25 TDDDG. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected by Borlabs Cookie will be stored for as long as necessary to document consent and comply with legal obligations. The retention period is determined by legal requirements for the documentation of consent. The data is securely deleted as soon as it is no longer needed for its intended purpose or when the legal retention periods expire. 5. exercise your rights For more information about how Borlabs Cookie processes personal data and about visitors’ rights, please refer to Borlabs Cookie’s privacy policy at: Borlabs Privacy Policy. WPML Plugins (OnTheGoSystems Ltd.) Plugins included: 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use several plugins from the WPML suite from OnTheGoSystems Ltd, 22/F, Tower 6, The Gateway, Harbour City, 9 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong / Headquarters: Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
2. purpose of data processing The WPML plugins are used for the technical provision and management of a multilingual website, including the synchronization of translations, form localization and multilingual search engine optimization (SEO). 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by the WPML plugins is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage Personal data is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purposes or for as long as there is a legitimate interest. Once the purpose or interest no longer applies, the data is deleted or anonymized, provided there are no statutory retention obligations. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by OnTheGoSystems Ltd. by blocking third-party cookies, activating the “Do Not Track” function, deactivating script code or using script blockers such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information can be found in WPML’s privacy policy: Sie sehen gerade einen Platzhalterinhalt von Standard. Um auf den eigentlichen Inhalt zuzugreifen, klicken Sie auf den Button unten. Bitte beachten Sie, dass dabei Daten an Drittanbieter weitergegeben werden.
Yoast Plugins (Yoast BV, Netherlands) Plugins included: 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use various plugins from the Yoast SEO Suite from Yoast BV, Don Emanuelstraat 3, 6602 GX Wijchen, Netherlands.
2. purpose of data processing The Yoast plugins are used to optimize the visibility and technical structure of our website, including the analysis of content, creation of XML sitemaps, management of redirects and the improvement of editorial processes. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by the Yoast plugins is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage Personal data is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purposes or for as long as there is a legitimate interest. Once the purpose or interest no longer applies, the data is deleted or anonymized. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent Yoast BV from processing your personal data by blocking third-party cookies, activating the “Do Not Track” function, deactivating script code or using script blockers such as NoScript or Ghostery. You can find more information in Yoast’s privacy policy:
WP All Export Plugins (Soflyy, USA) Plugins included: 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the WP All Export plugins from Soflyy, 13727 SW 152nd Street, #782, Miami, FL 33177, USA, which make it possible to export website data, user information, products and other content from WordPress.
2. purpose of data processing These plugins are used to export, back up, migrate and analyze website and user data. 3. legal basis The processing of personal data is carried out, insofar as it is necessary for the fulfillment of the contract, in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR, as well as on the basis of the consent pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. A GDPR and our legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR in the efficient and secure management of data exports. 4. duration of storage Exported data is only stored for as long as is necessary for the stated purposes or as long as there are legal obligations. 5. exercise your rights You can restrict or prevent the processing of your personal data by Soflyy by blocking cookies, activating “Do Not Track” or using script blockers such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information can be found in Soflyy’s privacy policy:
Classic Editor 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Classic Editor plugin, an official plugin from WordPress, which restores the classic WordPress editor and the old editing interface (“Edit Post Screen”) with TinyMCE and meta boxes. 2. purpose of data processing The use of Classic Editor serves to provide an alternative, classic editing environment in WordPress to ensure compatibility with older themes, plugins or individual workflows. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Classic Editor is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of Classic Editor is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no legal retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by WordPress Foundation by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the WordPress privacy policy:
Classic widgets 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Classic Widgets plugin, an official WordPress plugin that recreates the classic widget management interface in the WordPress backend. 2. purpose of data processing The use of classic widgets serves to provide classic widget management in WordPress to ensure compatibility with older themes, plugins or individual workflows. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Classic Widgets is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of Classic Widgets is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no legal retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by the WordPress Foundation by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the WordPress privacy policy:
Disable Comments 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Disable Comments plugin, a WordPress plugin that allows administrators to disable comments on the entire website or specifically by post type. In addition, existing comments can be deleted collectively. 2. purpose of data processing The use of Disable Comments serves to manage and control the comment function on our website. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Disable Comments is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of Disable Comments is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data is deleted or anonymized, provided there are no statutory retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by WPDeveloper by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in WPDeveloper’s privacy policy:
Disable Gutenberg 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Disable Gutenberg plugin, a WordPress plugin that disables the Gutenberg block editor and restores the classic editor (“Classic Editor”) and the original editing interface (“Edit Post Screen”). 2. purpose of data processing The use of Disable Gutenberg serves to provide the classic editing environment in WordPress and to improve compatibility with older themes, plugins or workflows. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Disable Gutenberg is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with the use of Disable Gutenberg will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no statutory retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by Plugin Planet / Jeff Starr by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in Plugin Planet’s privacy policy:
Enable Media Replace 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Enable Media Replace plugin, a WordPress plugin that makes it possible to replace existing media files (e.g. images, PDFs or videos) in the media library with new files without changing the file references on the website. 2. purpose of data processing Enable Media Replace is used to efficiently manage and update media files within the WordPress system. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Enable Media Replace is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with the use of Enable Media Replace will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no statutory retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by ShortPixel / ID SCOUT SRL by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in ShortPixel’s privacy policy:
FileBird 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the FileBird plugin, a WordPress plugin that makes it possible to organize media files in the WordPress media library clearly in folders and categories. 2. purpose of data processing FileBird is used to efficiently manage, categorize and organize media files within the WordPress media library. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by FileBird is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with the use of FileBird will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided that there are no legal retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by Ninja Team by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in Ninja Team’s privacy policy:
GPL Kit 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the GPL Kit plugin, a WordPress plugin and theme manager that provides access to a variety of premium plugins and themes provided under the GNU General Public License (GPL). 2. purpose of data processing GPL Kit is used to manage and update WordPress plugins and themes via a central interface. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by GPL Kit is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with the use of GPL Kit will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no statutory retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by GPL Kit by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in GPL Kit’s privacy policy:
Pages by User Role for WordPress 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Pages by User Role for WordPress plugin, a WordPress plugin that enables or restricts access to pages, posts and user-defined content types based on the respective user roles. 2. purpose of data processing Pages by User Role for WordPress is used to control access and manage user authorizations within the WordPress system. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Pages by User Role for WordPress is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of Pages by User Role for WordPress will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided that there are no legal retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by RightHere LLC by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in RightHere’s privacy policy:
Slider Revolution 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Slider Revolution plugin, an interactive design and presentation tool for WordPress, which is used to create and display animated sliders, banners, galleries and visual content. 2. purpose of data processing The use of Slider Revolution serves the visual and functional design of the website through the integration of interactive sliders and dynamic content. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Slider Revolution is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of Slider Revolution is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no legal retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by ThemePunch GmbH by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in ThemePunch’s privacy policy:
TablePress 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the TablePress plugin, a WordPress plugin that makes it possible to integrate appealing and interactive tables into pages and posts – without the need for programming knowledge. 2. purpose of data processing TablePress is used to display structured data and information in tabular form on our website. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by TablePress is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of TablePress will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. As soon as the purpose no longer applies or the legitimate interest no longer exists, the data will be deleted or anonymized, provided there are no legal retention obligations to the contrary. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by TablePress by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the TablePress privacy policy:
UpdraftPlus – Backup/Restore 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the UpdraftPlus – Backup/Restore plugin, a WordPress plugin for backing up and restoring website data. 2. purpose of data processing UpdraftPlus is used to back up, restore and restore the availability of website data in the event of technical problems, system failures, security incidents or data loss. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by UpdraftPlus is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The backups created by UpdraftPlus are only stored for as long as is necessary to ensure website operation or as long as there is a legitimate interest in storage. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of personal data by UpdraftPlus by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information about the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the UpdraftPlus privacy policy:
User Role Editor 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the User Role Editor plugin, a WordPress plugin that makes it possible to individually change, add or delete user roles and authorizations in the content management system. 2. purpose of data processing The User Role Editor is used to manage and adjust user rights within the WordPress system. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by User Role Editor is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with the use of User Role Editor will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose and as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by RoleEditor.com by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information about the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the privacy policy of RoleEditor.com:
WooCommerce 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the WooCommerce plugin, an e-commerce toolkit for WordPress that makes it possible to sell and manage physical and digital products, services or subscriptions directly via the website.
2. purpose of data processing WooCommerce is used to process purchase transactions via our website, including order processing, payment processing, invoicing and shipping organization. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data via WooCommerce is carried out in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR insofar as it is necessary for the performance of a contract or for the implementation of pre-contractual measures. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with ordering processes via WooCommerce will only be stored for as long as is necessary to fulfil contractual obligations, to process queries or complaints and to comply with statutory retention periods (e.g. commercial or tax obligations). 5. exercise your rights You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data at any time, insofar as this is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. Further information on data processing by the provider can be found in the privacy policy of WooCommerce or Automattic:
Woodmart Core 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the Woodmart Core plugin, a WordPress plugin that is required for the full functionality of the Woodmart theme. 2. purpose of data processing The use of Woodmart Core serves to expand and activate the core functions of the Woodmart theme, particularly in the areas of design, layout, performance and eCommerce compatibility (e.g. with WooCommerce). 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by Woodmart Core is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected in connection with the use of Woodmart Core is only stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose or for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing it. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by XTemos Studio by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information about the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the privacy policy of XTemos Studio:
WP File Download 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the plugin WP File Download, a professional file management tool for WordPress, which makes it possible to organize and manage files on the website and make them available for users to download.
2. purpose of data processing WP File Download is used to provide and organize files within the website in an administratively secure manner. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by WP File Download is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected by WP File Download will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purposes or for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing the data. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by JoomUnited by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in JoomUnited’s privacy policy:
WP Job Openings 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the WP Job Openings plugin, a WordPress plugin for publishing and managing job vacancies and applications directly via the website.
2. purpose of data processing WP Job Openings is used to manage and publish job vacancies and to record and process incoming applications via the website. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data in the context of applications via WP Job Openings is carried out in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR (fulfillment of contract or pre-contractual measures), insofar as it concerns data that is necessary for the decision on the establishment of an employment relationship. 4. duration of storage Application data transmitted via WP Job Openings will only be stored for as long as is necessary to carry out the application process or for as long as there is a statutory retention obligation. 5. exercise your rights You have the right to withdraw your consent under data protection law at any time. The withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the privacy policy of AWSM Innovations:
WP Mail SMTP Pro 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the plugin WP Mail SMTP Pro, a WordPress plugin that configures the standard email function (wp_mail()) so that emails can be sent via authenticated SMTP servers or external email services such as Gmail, Mailgun, SendGrid or other SMTP providers.
2. purpose of data processing WP Mail SMTP Pro is used for the reliable, secure and logged delivery of system-internal emails, such as contact form messages, order confirmations or password resets. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by WP Mail SMTP Pro is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The email data processed via WP Mail SMTP Pro is only stored on our own servers or with the respective email service providers for as long as is necessary to achieve the purpose or for as long as there are statutory retention obligations. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by WPForms LLC by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code or using a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information about the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in the privacy policy of WP Mail SMTP:
WPBakery Page Builder 1. scope of the processing of personal data We use the plugin WPBakery Page Builder, a WordPress plugin that enables the creation, editing and design of page content via a visual drag-and-drop interface – without programming knowledge.
2. purpose of data processing WPBakery Page Builder is used for the simple, structured and visual design of website content within the WordPress system. 3. legal basis for the processing of personal data The processing of personal data by WPBakery Page Builder is based on our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. 4. duration of storage The personal data collected through the use of WPBakery Page Builder will only be stored for as long as is necessary to achieve the stated purpose or for as long as there is a legitimate interest in storing the data. 5. exercise your rights You can prevent the collection and processing of your personal data by WPBakery by preventing the storage of third-party cookies on your computer, activating the “Do Not Track” function of a supporting browser, deactivating the execution of script code in your browser or installing a script blocker such as NoScript or Ghostery. Further information on the processing of personal data by the provider can be found in WPBakery’s privacy policy: This privacy policy was created with the support of DataGuard. |
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