Privacy Policy

I. Name and Address of the Data Controller

The data controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation and other national data protection laws of the member states as well as other data protection regulations is:

II. Contact Details of the Data Protection Officer

The data protection officer of the controller is:

III. General Information on Data Processing

Scope of Processing Personal Data

We generally only process personal data of our users to the extent that this is necessary for the provision of a functional website as well as our content and services. The processing of personal data of our users regularly takes place only after consent of the user. An exception applies in cases where prior obtaining of consent is not possible for factual reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by legal provisions.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Insofar as we obtain consent from the data subject for processing operations of personal data, Article 6(1)(a) of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) serves as the legal basis.

When processing personal data that is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, Article 6(1)(b) GDPR serves as the legal basis. This also applies to processing operations that are necessary for carrying out pre-contractual measures.

Insofar as processing of personal data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which our company is subject, Article 6(1)(c) GDPR serves as the legal basis.

In the event that vital interests of the data subject or of another natural person require the processing of personal data, Article 6(1)(d) GDPR serves as the legal basis.

If processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by our company or by a third party, except where such interests are overridden by the interests or fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject, Article 6(1)(f) GDPR serves as the legal basis for processing.

Data Deletion and Storage Duration

The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of storage ceases to exist. Storage may also take place if this has been provided for by the European or national legislator in EU regulations, laws or other provisions to which the controller is subject. Blocking or deletion of the data also takes place when a storage period prescribed by the aforementioned standards expires, unless there is a necessity for further storage of the data for the conclusion or fulfillment of a contract.

IV. Provision of the Website and Creation of Log Files

Description and Scope of Data Processing

Each 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 in this process:

• Information about the browser type and version used
• The user's operating system
• The user's internet service provider
• The user's IP address
• Date and time of access
• Websites from which the user's system reaches our website
• Websites that are accessed by the user's system via our website

The data is also stored in our system's log files. This data is not stored together with other personal data of the user.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for the temporary storage of data and log files is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

Purpose of Data Processing

The temporary 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 be stored for the duration of the session.

Storage in log files is done to ensure the functionality of the website. In addition, the data serves us to optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. An evaluation of the data for marketing purposes does not take place in this context.

These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing according to Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

Duration of Storage

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the achievement of the purpose of its collection. In the case of collecting data for providing the website, this is the case when the respective session is ended.

In the case of storing data in log files, this is the case after a maximum of 14 days. Extended storage is possible. In this case, the IP addresses of users are deleted or alienated so that an assignment of the calling client is no longer possible.

Possibility of Objection and Removal

The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files is essential for the operation of the website. Consequently, there is no possibility of objection on the part of the user.

V. Use of Cookies

Description and Scope of Data Processing

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

We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the calling browser can be identified even after a page change.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for processing personal data using technically necessary cookies is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

The legal basis for processing personal data using cookies for analytical purposes is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR in the presence of the user's relevant consent.

Duration of Storage, Possibility of Objection and Removal

Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted by it to our site. Therefore, you as a user also have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser, you can disable or restrict the transmission of cookies. Already stored cookies can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it may not be possible to use all functions of the website to their full extent.

VI. Contact Form and Email Contact

Description and Scope of Data Processing

Our website contains a contact form that can be used for electronic contact. If a user makes use of this possibility, the data entered in the input mask is transmitted to us and stored.

This data is mandatory to provide:

• Name (first and/or last name)
• Email address
• Message

At the time of sending the message, the following data is also stored: the user's IP address as well as the date and time of submission.

For the processing of the data, your consent is obtained as part of the sending process and reference is made to this privacy policy.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for processing the data is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR in the presence of the user's consent.

Purpose of Data Processing

The processing of personal data from the input mask serves us solely to process the contact request. The other personal data processed during the sending process serve to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

Duration of Storage

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for achieving the purpose of its collection. For personal data from the contact form input mask, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended.

Possibility of Objection and Removal

The user has the possibility to revoke his consent to the processing of personal data at any time. All personal data that was stored in the course of contacting us will be deleted in this case.

VII. Integration of Google Maps

Description and Scope of Data Processing

On this website we use the service of Google Maps. This allows us to show you interactive maps directly on the website and enables you to use the map function conveniently.

By visiting the website, Google receives the information that you have accessed the corresponding subpage of our website. In addition, the following data is transmitted: IP address of the calling computer as well as date and time of the request.

Further information can be found in Google's privacy policies: http://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy

Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for processing is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR. In the case of the user's consent, the legal basis for processing the data is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.

VIII. Rights of the Data Subject

If personal data concerning you is processed, you are a data subject within the meaning of the GDPR and you have the following rights against the controller:

Right to Information

You may request confirmation from the controller as to whether personal data concerning you is being processed by us. If such processing takes place, you may request information about various details, including the purposes of processing, categories of personal data, and recipients.

Right to Rectification

You have a right to rectification and/or completion vis-à-vis the controller if the processed personal data concerning you is incorrect or incomplete.

Right to Erasure

You may request the controller to delete personal data concerning you without delay, provided that one of the legal reasons applies and insofar as processing is not necessary.

Right to Restriction of Processing

Under certain conditions, you may request restriction of the processing of personal data concerning you.

Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format.

Right to Object

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

Right to Withdraw Data Protection Consent

You have the right to withdraw your data protection consent at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Right to Lodge a Complaint with a Supervisory Authority

Without 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.