Privacy Statement

When you visit this website, personal data is processed. To protect this data, SSL or TLS encryption is used. You can recognise an encrypted connection by “https://” in the address bar of your browser or a lock symbol.
The following sections explain which data is collected, for what purpose and on what legal basis.

3.1 Data collection when accessing the website
When accessing the website, information is automatically stored in server log files, including:
– Browser type and version
– Operating system used
– Referrer URL
– Host name of the accessing device
– Time of server request
– IP address

This data is required temporarily to ensure stable and secure operation of the website, in particular for:
– Website security
– System stability
– Error analysis
– Establishing the connection
– Displaying the website

Processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR and our legitimate interest in functionality and security. Data is stored in pseudonymised form where possible and deleted once the purpose is fulfilled.
If identification of individuals is possible, log files are stored for a maximum of 14 days unless a security-relevant incident requires longer storage. No merging with other data takes place.

3.2 Cookies

3.2.1 General information
This website uses cookies. Cookies are small data files stored in your browser and linked to this website. They help ensure functionality and user-friendly navigation.

3.2.2 Rejecting cookies
Cookies that are not technically necessary can be managed via the cookie consent tool. You can also prevent cookies by adjusting your browser settings.

3.2.3 Technically necessary cookies
Technically necessary cookies are used to ensure the website functions correctly and in compliance with legal requirements. Some features cannot be provided without these cookies.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(b), (c) and/or (f) GDPR, depending on the specific case.

3.2.4 Non-essential cookies
Non-essential cookies are used, for example, to analyse user behaviour or provide additional website functions.
Legal basis: your consent pursuant to Article 6(1)(a) GDPR. Consent can be withdrawn at any time via the cookie consent tool.
 
3.3 Data processing through user input

3.3.1 Data collected by us
This website offers a contact form. The following data is collected:
Name
Email address
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(b) GDPR. Data is deleted once the purpose no longer applies and legal requirements allow.

a) Email contact
If you contact us by email, your email address and any additional information contained in the message are processed and stored on the mail server and, in some cases, on end devices.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(b) or (f) GDPR. Data is deleted once the purpose no longer applies.

b) Contact form
When using the contact form, your name, email address and message content are processed and stored on the web server.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in responding to enquiries.
The contact form is provided by WPForms LLC, 7732 Maywood Crest Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33412, USA.

c) Appointment scheduling tool (Calendly)
To schedule appointments, we use Calendly, provided by Calendly LLC, 271 17th Street NW, 10th Floor, Atlanta, Georgia 30363, USA.
Data is processed for planning, conducting and following up on appointments and stored on Calendly servers. Calendly uses cookies. Consent can be managed via the cookie consent tool.
Legal bases:
Article 6(1)(a) GDPR and Section 25(1) TDDDG (consent)
Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in efficient communication)
Data is deleted upon request, withdrawal of consent or once the purpose no longer applies. Mandatory retention periods remain unaffected. Data transfers to the USA are based on EU Standard Contractual Clauses.
Privacy policy: https://calendly.com/legal/privacy-notice
 
3.4 Cookie consent tool

3.4.1 Complianz
This website uses the consent management tool Complianz by Complianz B.V., Kalmarweg 14-5, 9723 JG Groningen, Netherlands.
Complianz records consent or withdrawal as a cookie.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(c) GDPR. Data is stored until deletion is requested or the purpose no longer applies.
 
3.5 Analytics and SEO tools

Google Search Console
Google Search Console is provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.
It is used to monitor indexing status and improve website visibility. No cookies are set.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR. Data transfers to third countries may occur under EU Standard Contractual Clauses.
Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Rank Math SEO
Rank Math SEO is used for search engine optimisation.
Provider: ONE.COM India Private Limited, Gurgaon, India.
Analytics are processed locally within WordPress.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Privacy policy: https://rankmath.com/privacy-policy/
 
3.6 External services and content

Social media
No social media content is embedded. A link to a LinkedIn profile is provided. LinkedIn’s privacy policy applies:
https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy

Polylang
Polylang, provided by WP Syntex, Villefontaine, France, is used for multilingual content.
Polylang may set a cookie to remember the selected language.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Privacy policy: https://polylang.pro/privacy-policy
 
3.7 Audio and video conferencing

Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is provided by Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, Dublin, Ireland.
Personal data and technical metadata are processed during audio or video communication. Cookies may be set with consent.
Legal bases: Article 6(1)(a), (b) and (f) GDPR.
Privacy policy: https://privacy.microsoft.com/
 
3.8 Cloud backups
Cloud backup services are used to protect website data against loss or security incidents.
Personal data may be transferred to the backup provider’s servers.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Provider:
IONOS SE
Privacy policy: https://www.ionos.com/terms-gtc/privacy-policy/