We take privacy seriously

Website providers automatically collect and store information in so-called server log files, which your browser automatically transmits to us. These are:

• Data and time of the request
• Name of the requested file
• Page from which the file was requested
• Access status (file transferred, file not found, etc.)
• the web browser and operating system used
• complete IP address of the computer making the request
• amount of data transmitted

This data is not combined with other data sources. The processing is carried out in accordance with Art. 6(1)(f) DSGVO on the basis of our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website. This data is stored by us for a brief period for security reasons, especially with regard to the prevention of attempts to attack our web server. It is not possible for us to draw conclusions regarding individuals based on this data. The data is anonymised at the domain level after seven days by truncating the IP address so it will no longer be possible to assign the data to individual users. Additionally, the anonymised data are processed for statistical purposes; they are not compared with other datasets or passed on to third parties, even in extracts. The number of page views is displayed only within the framework of our server statistics, which we publish every two years in our activity report.

When you visit our website, we may store information on your computer in the form of cookies. Cookies are small files that are transferred from an Internet server to your browser and are stored on your hard drive. Only the Internet protocol address is stored for this – no personal data. This information, which is stored in the cookies, allows you to be automatically recognised the next time you visit our website, which makes your visit easier. The legal basis for the use of cookies is our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 (1)(f) DSGVO.

Of course, you can also visit our website without accepting cookies. If you do not want your computer to be recognised the next time you visit, you can also refuse the use of cookies by changing the settings in your browser to “refuse cookies”. The respective procedure can be found in the settings of your browser. If you reject the use of cookies, however, there may be restrictions on the use of some areas of our website.

We have taken technical and administrative security precautions to protect your personal data against loss, destruction, manipulation and unauthorised access. All our employees and service providers working for us are obliged to comply with the applicable privacy laws.

Whenever we collect and process personal information, it is encrypted before it is transmitted. This means that your data cannot be misused by third parties. Our security precautions are subject to a continuous improvement process and our privacy policies are constantly being revised. Please make sure that you have the latest version.

You can ask us to restrict the processing of your data if

• you dispute the accuracy of the data for a period of time that allows us to verify the accuracy of the data,
• the processing of the data is unlawful, but you decline to delete it and instead demand a restriction on the use of the data,
• we no longer need the data for the intended purpose, but you still need this data to file or defend legal claims, or
• you have objected to the processing of the data.

You may request that we provide you with the information you have provided to us in a structured, standard and computer-readable format and that you may provide that information to another representative without interference from us, provided that

• we process this data on the basis of an agreement given and revocable by you or for the fulfilment of a contract between us, and
• that such processing is carried out using automated procedures.

If technically feasible, you may request us to transfer your data directly to another representative.

If you are of the opinion that we have violated German or European data protection law when processing your data, please contact us so that we can clarify any questions you may have. Of course, you also have the right to contact the competent regulatory authority for you, the respective regional office for data protection supervision.

If you wish to exercise any of the aforementioned rights against us, please contact our data protection officer. In case of any doubt, we may request additional information to confirm your identity.