PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy

1. Data Protection at a Glance

General Information

The following information provides a simple overview of what happens to your personal data when you visit this website. Personal data refers to any data that can be used to personally identify you. Detailed information on data protection can be found in the privacy policy set out below.

Data Collection on This Website

Who is responsible for data collection on this website?

Data processing on this website is carried out by the website operator. You can find the operator’s contact details in the section “Information on the Responsible Entity” in this privacy policy.

How do we collect your data?

Your data is collected in two ways:

Data you provide to us directly (e.g., information entered into a contact form).
Data collected automatically or with your consent when you visit the website. This primarily includes technical data (e.g., browser type, operating system, time of access). This data is collected automatically as soon as you enter the website.

What do we use your data for?

Some data is collected to ensure the website is provided without errors. Other data may be used to analyze your user behavior.

What rights do you have regarding your data?

You have the right at any time to receive free information about the origin, recipients, and purpose of your stored personal data. You also have the right to request correction or deletion of this data. If you have given consent to data processing, you may revoke it at any time with future effect. You also have the right, under certain circumstances, to request restriction of processing of your personal data. Furthermore, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.

You may contact us at any time regarding these matters or other questions about data protection.

Analytics Tools and Third-Party Tools

When you visit this website, your browsing behavior may be statistically evaluated, primarily using analytics programs. Detailed information can be found in this privacy policy.

2. Hosting

We host our website content with the following provider:

IONOS
Provider: IONOS SE, Elgendorfer Str. 57, 56410 Montabaur, Germany.

When you visit our website, IONOS collects various log files, including your IP address. Details can be found in the IONOS privacy policy:
https://www.ionos.de/terms-gtc/terms-privacy

Use of IONOS is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in reliable website presentation). If consent has been requested, processing is based on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TTDSG (for cookies/device access). Consent can be withdrawn at any time.

Data Processing Agreement

We have concluded a data processing agreement (DPA) with IONOS to ensure processing of personal data only according to our instructions and in compliance with GDPR.

3. General Information and Mandatory Disclosures

Data Protection

The operators of this website take the protection of your personal data very seriously. Your data is treated confidentially and in accordance with statutory data protection regulations and this privacy policy.

Please note that data transmission over the Internet (e.g., email communication) may have security vulnerabilities. Complete protection against third-party access is not possible.

Information on the Responsible Entity

Responsible for data processing on this website:

Marc Oliver Rausch
Alfonsstr. 7a
80636 Munich, Germany

Phone: +49 170 4756280
Email: contact@marcoliverrausch.com

The responsible entity is the natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

Storage Period

Unless a more specific storage period is stated, personal data remains with us until the purpose for processing ceases. Data will be deleted upon request unless legal retention obligations apply.

Legal Bases for Processing

Depending on the situation, processing may be based on:

Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)
Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)

Additional provisions apply for special categories of data or third-country transfers.

Data Transfer to the USA and Other Third Countries

Some tools used are based in the USA or other countries without adequate EU data protection. Personal data may be transferred there and accessed by authorities. We have no control over such processing.

Withdrawal of Consent

You may withdraw consent at any time. Processing carried out before withdrawal remains lawful.

Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR)

You have the right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes at any time.

Right to Lodge a Complaint

You may lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Right to Data Portability

You may receive your data in a machine-readable format or request transfer to another controller.

Right to Access, Rectification, Erasure

You have the right to information, correction, or deletion of your stored data.

Right to Restrict Processing

You may request restriction of processing under certain conditions (e.g., contested accuracy, unlawful processing, legal claims).

SSL/TLS Encryption

This website uses SSL/TLS encryption to protect data transmission.

4. Data Collection on This Website

This website uses cookies (small data files stored on your device). Some are necessary for functionality; others are used for analysis or advertising.

Necessary cookies are based on legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). If consent is requested, processing is based on consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). You may configure your browser to control cookies.

Consent Management with Complianz

We use Complianz B.V. (Netherlands) to obtain and document cookie consent. Complianz stores a cookie to record your consent status.

Contact Form

Data submitted via contact form is stored to process your inquiry. Processing is based on contract necessity, legitimate interest, or consent.

Contact via Email, Phone, Fax

Your inquiry and related personal data are stored to handle your request. Data is not shared without consent.

5. Social Media

Instagram

This website integrates Instagram functions provided by Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd.

If active, a direct connection to Instagram servers is established. If logged in, Instagram may associate your visit with your account.

Processing is based on consent or legitimate interest. Data transfer to the USA relies on EU Standard Contractual Clauses.

More information: https://instagram.com/about/legal/privacy/

6. Analytics Tools and Advertising

Google Analytics

Provider: Google Ireland Limited.

Google Analytics analyzes user behavior (page views, session duration, device data, etc.) using cookies and similar technologies. Data is typically transferred to the USA.

Processing is based on consent. You can prevent tracking by installing a browser plugin:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en

IONOS WebAnalytics

Analyzes visitor behavior (pages viewed, duration, sources, technical data). Data is anonymized and not traceable to individuals. No cookies are stored.

Processing is based on legitimate interest.

7. Plugins and Tools

hCaptcha

Provider: Intuition Machines, Inc., USA.

Used to distinguish humans from bots (e.g., on forms). Behavior analysis may include IP address, time on page, mouse movements. Data may be transferred to the USA.

YouTube

Embedded YouTube videos establish a connection to YouTube servers. Cookies or fingerprinting may be used to collect usage data.

If logged in, your browsing behavior may be linked to your YouTube account. Processing is based on legitimate interest or consent.

Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

More info: https://policies.google.com/privacy

8. eCommerce and Payment Providers

Processing of Customer and Contract Data

We collect and process personal data necessary to establish, perform, or modify contractual relationships (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).

Customer data is deleted after completion of the contract and expiration of legal retention periods.

Source: https://www.e-recht24.de