Privacy Statement
We only process our users’ personal data to the extent necessary to provide a functional website and our content and services. The processing of personal data of our users only takes place with the consent of the user. An exception applies in cases where prior consent cannot be obtained for practical reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by law. The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of storage no longer applies. Storage may take place beyond this if this has been provided for by the legislator in ordinances, laws Blocking or deletion of the data also occurs when a storage period prescribed by the standards mentioned expires, unless there is a need for further storage of the data for the conclusion or fulfilment of a contract. Every time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the accessing computer system. The following data is collected in this process:
- Information on the browser type and version used
- The user’s operating system
- The user’s IP address
- Date and time of access
- Websites from which the user’s system accesses our website
The log files contain IP addresses or other data that can be used to identify a user. This could be the case, for example, if the link to the website from which the user accesses the website or the link to the website to which the user switches contains personal data. The data is also stored in the log files of our system. This data is not stored together with other personal data of the user. The system needs to store the IP address temporarily to enable the website to be delivered to the user’s computer. To do this, the user’s IP address must be stored for the duration of the session.
The data is stored in log files to ensure the functionality of the website. We also use the data to optimise the website from a technical perspective and to ensure the security of our IT systems. The data is not analysed for marketing purposes in this context. The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required for the purpose for which it was collected. If the data is collected for the purpose of providing 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.
It is possible to store the data for a longer period of time. In this case, the IP addresses of the users are deleted or alienated so that it is no longer possible to assign them to the accessing client. The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of the data in log files is essential for the operation of the website. Consequently, there is no right of objection on the part of the user. Our website uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the internet browser 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 of characters that enables the browser to be clearly identified when the website is accessed again. We also use cookies on our website that enable an analysis of the surfing behaviour of users. In this way, the following data can be transmitted:
- Search terms entered
- Page view frequency
- Use of website functions
When accessing our website, the user is informed about the use of cookies for analytical purposes and their consent to the processing of personal data used in this context is obtained. In this context, there is also a reference to this privacy policy. The use of analytical cookies is for the purpose of improving the quality of our website and its contents. Through the analytical cookies, we learn how the site is used and can thus constantly optimise our services. Cookies are stored on the user’s computer and transmitted to our site by the user’s computer.
Therefore, you as a user also have full control over the use of cookies. You can disable or restrict the storage of cookies by changing the settings in your internet browser. Cookies that have already been stored can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it is possible that not all of the website’s functions can be used to their full extent.
On our website, we offer users the opportunity to contact us 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 data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected.