Privacy Policy
DATA PROTECTION
1) Information on the Collection of Personal Data and Contact Details of the Responsible Person
1.1 We are pleased that you are visiting our website, and we appreciate your interest. Below, we provide information on how we handle your personal data when you use our site. "Personal data" refers to any information that can identify you personally.
1.2 The person responsible for data processing on this website, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), is [Shop Name]. The controller is the person who, alone or jointly with others, determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.
1.3 For security purposes and to safeguard the transmission of personal data and other confidential content (e.g., orders or inquiries directed to the person responsible), this website uses SSL or TLS encryption. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the “https://” prefix and the lock symbol in your browser's address bar.
2) Data Collection When Visiting Our Website
When you visit our website for informational purposes only, without registering or providing information, we only collect data that your browser transmits to our server (known as “server log files”). This includes:
- The specific pages visited on our website
- Date and time of access
- Amount of data transmitted in bytes
- Source/reference from which you accessed the page
- Browser used
- Operating system used
- IP address used (in anonymized form, if applicable)
This data is processed in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR based on our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website. The data will not be shared or used in any other way. However, we reserve the right to review server log files if there is specific evidence of unlawful use.
3) Cookies
To enhance your experience on our website and facilitate the use of certain features, we use cookies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Some cookies are deleted after you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain on your device for future visits (persistent cookies).
- Session Cookies: Deleted after the browser session.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device to allow us or our partner companies (third-party cookies) to recognize your browser upon your next visit. They are automatically deleted after a specific period, depending on the cookie.
Cookies may collect and process specific user information (e.g., browser and location data, and IP address). Persistent cookies help to store settings and simplify processes (e.g., remembering items in a virtual shopping cart). If our cookies process personal data, it is either for the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR) or based on our legitimate interests in an optimal and user-friendly website experience (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR).
We may also collaborate with advertising partners who place third-party cookies on your device when visiting our site. This is to make our website more relevant for you. The details of such cookies are provided individually and separately below.
Browser Settings for Cookies: You can adjust your browser settings to be informed when cookies are set and decide on their acceptance individually or exclude certain cookies altogether. Note that if you disable cookies, the functionality of our site may be limited. Find guidance for managing your cookie settings in various browsers below:
- Internet Explorer: Delete and Manage Cookies
- Firefox: Cookies - Allow and Reject
- Chrome: Clear, Enable, and Manage Cookies
- Safari: Manage Cookies and Website Data
- Opera: Cookies Settings
4) Contacting Us
When you contact us (e.g., via contact form or email), we collect personal data as provided by you. The data collected depends on the contact form fields. This data is used solely to respond to your inquiry and for related technical administration, based on our legitimate interest (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR). If your inquiry is for the conclusion of a contract, the additional legal basis for processing is Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR. Your data will be deleted after your request has been processed and no further legal obligations require its retention.
5) Data Processing for Customer Account Creation and Contract Execution
Personal data is collected and processed under Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR if provided by you to fulfill a contract or open a customer account. The exact data collected is outlined in the respective forms. Your customer account can be deleted at any time by contacting us. We store and use the data for contract processing. Upon complete contract fulfillment or account deletion, your data will be deleted unless we are required by law to retain it.
6) Use of Your Data for Direct Marketing
6.1 Newsletter Subscription: By subscribing to our email newsletter, you will receive regular updates on our offers. The only required information for the newsletter is your email address. Any additional information is optional and used for personalization. We use a double opt-in method, where you must confirm your subscription via a link in a confirmation email. By confirming, you consent to the use of your data in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR.
You can unsubscribe at any time via the link provided in each newsletter or by contacting us.
6.2 Sending Email Newsletters to Existing Customers: If you provide your email address when purchasing a product or service, we may send you information on similar products. This is based on our legitimate interest in personalized marketing (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR). You can opt out of this service at any time.
7) Data Processing for Order Handling
7.1 Personal data required for contract fulfillment will be shared with the transportation company responsible for delivery. Payment information may be passed to the financial institution responsible for payment processing. If third-party payment providers are used, you will be informed about them below. The legal basis is Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR.
7.2 Payment Service Providers:
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PayPal: If you use PayPal, your payment details will be sent to PayPal (Europe) S.a.r.l. et Cie, S.C.A., 22-24 Boulevard Royal, L-2449 Luxembourg (Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR). For certain payment methods, PayPal may perform a credit check.
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SOFORT: Payments made via "SOFORT" are processed through SOFORT GmbH, Theresienhöhe 12, 80339 Munich, Germany, part of the Klarna Group (Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR).
8) Contact Us for a Review Reminder
If you have given us express consent, we may send you a one-time review reminder based on your order. You can revoke your consent at any time.
9) Use of Social Media Plugins
9.1 Facebook Plugins: Our website uses Facebook plugins integrated through "Shariff" to enhance data protection. Only upon clicking the button will a connection to Facebook be established. More information can be found in the Facebook Privacy Policy.
9.2 Google+ Plugins: Integrated via "Shariff," a connection to Google+ is only made when the button is clicked. Learn more about data handling in the Google Privacy Policy.
9.3 Instagram Plugins: Our site uses Instagram plugins integrated via "Shariff." Clicking the button will connect you to Instagram. See more in the Instagram Privacy Policy.
10) Online Marketing
10.1 DoubleClick by Google: DoubleClick uses cookies for ad display and performance tracking. Learn more at the DoubleClick Privacy Policy.
10.2 Google AdWords Conversion Tracking: We use Google AdWords to track conversions. The use of cookies is based on our legitimate interest in marketing (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR).
11) Web Analysis Services
Google Analytics: This website uses Google Analytics for web analysis. For more details, visit Google Analytics Privacy Policy.
12) Retargeting and Remarketing
We use tools such as the Facebook Pixel for targeted advertising. For detailed privacy information, refer to Facebook Data Policy.
13) Rights of the Data Subject
Under data protection law, you have various rights, including the right to information (Art. 15 GDPR), rectification (Art. 16 GDPR), erasure (Art. 17 GDPR), restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR), and data portability (Art. 20 GDPR). You also have the right to object to data processing (Art. 21 GDPR).
14) Duration of Personal Data Storage
Personal data will be stored as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined or as required by law.