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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction
The following information provides an overview of how we process your personal data and your rights under current data protection laws. Protecting your data is important to us, and we have implemented technical and organizational measures to ensure a high level of data security. Please note that internet-based data transmissions can have security vulnerabilities.

2. Data Controller
The data controller as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:

3. Data Protection Officer
Our contact for data protection inquiries:

4. Definitions
This privacy policy uses terms defined in the GDPR, including:

  • Personal Data: Information relating to an identified or identifiable person.
  • Processing: Operations such as collecting, storing, or modifying personal data.
  • Consent: Voluntary agreement to the processing of personal data.

5. Collection and Processing of Personal Data

5.1 Visiting the Website
When you visit our website, we collect the following data:

  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Date and time
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referrer URL
  • Data volume transferred

Processing is carried out under Article 6(1)(f) GDPR based on our legitimate interest in ensuring website stability and functionality.

5.2 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies to improve website functionality and collect statistical data. You can configure your browser to disable cookies. Note that some website features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

  • Session Cookies: Temporary storage for the duration of your visit.
  • Persistent Cookies: Stored for repeated visits.
  • Opt-Out Options: See the “Your Rights” section below.

5.3 Use of Special Features
If you use our contact form, we process the data you provide (e.g., name, email address) solely to respond to your inquiry. The legal basis is Article 6(1)(b) and (f) GDPR.

5.4 Newsletter
With your explicit consent, we send newsletters containing updates and offers. Consent is obtained via a double opt-in process and can be revoked at any time.

6. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR: Consent
  • Article 6(1)(b) GDPR: Performance of a contract
  • Article 6(1)(c) GDPR: Legal obligation
  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR: Legitimate interest

7. Data Sharing with Third Parties
We only share personal data when necessary for contract fulfillment (e.g., shipping providers), with your consent, or where required by law. Data will not be shared for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

8. Third-Party Services

8.1 Google Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics to collect statistical data. Your IP address is anonymized. You can opt-out via a browser plugin (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).

8.2 Social Media Plugins
We use plugins (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) that may transmit data to the respective platforms. For details, refer to the privacy policies of the respective providers.

9. Your Rights
You have the following rights:

  • Access: Information about how we process your data (Article 15 GDPR).
  • Rectification: Correction of inaccurate data (Article 16 GDPR).
  • Erasure: Deletion of your data, subject to legal retention obligations (Article 17 GDPR).
  • Restriction: Restrict data processing under certain conditions (Article 18 GDPR).
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format (Article 20 GDPR).
  • Objection: Object to data processing (Article 21 GDPR).

10. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the intended purpose. Statutory retention periods remain unaffected.

11. Updates
This privacy policy will be updated as needed. The current version is available on our website.

12. Contact
For questions or to exercise your rights, please contact:

  • Zachary Woods
    John-Skilton 22, 1st Floor, 97076 Würzburg
    Phone: +49 931 87098977
    Email: zach@woods.consulting