Data Privacy Policy

 I. Information on the processing of your data in accordance with Article 13 of the Basic Data Protection Regulation (DSGVO)

1. responsible person and data protection officer  

Responsible for this website is:

wespond UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

Alte Kölner Straße 25A,

51503 Rösrath,

Germany 

Phone: +49 (0) 2205 9189957

e-mail: info@wespond.de 

2. data processed for the provision of the website and the creation of the log files

a.    Which data is processed for which purpose?

Every time the contents of the website are accessed, data is temporarily stored which may allow identification. The following data is collected:

Date and time of access

IP address

Host name of the accessing computer

Website from which the website was accessed

Websites accessed via the website

Visited page on our website

Message whether the retrieval was successful

Amount of data transmitted

Information about the browser type and version used

Operating system

Temporary storage of data is necessary for the course of a website visit to enable delivery of the website. Further storage in log files is carried out to ensure the functionality of the website and the security of the information technology systems. These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing.  

b.    What is the legal basis on which these data are processed?

The data are processed on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 letter f) DSGVO (legitimate interests of us as data controllers). processed.

c.    How long is the data stored?

The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required for the purpose for which they were collected. In the case of the website, this is the case when the respective session has ended.
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3. contact form and e-mail contact

a.    Description and scope of data processing

We can be contacted via our contact form and the provided e-mail address. In this case, the personal data of the sender, i.e. the user, transmitted with the enquiry will be stored.
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b.    Legal basis for data processing 

The legal basis for the processing of these data, which are transmitted in the course of sending an enquiry, is Art. 6, paragraph 1, letter f) DSGVO (legitimate interests of us as data controllers).

If the purpose of the enquiry is to conclude a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 para. 1 letter b) DSGVO (fulfilment of a contract).

c.    Purpose of data processing

The processing of this personal data serves us solely to process the contact.
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d.    Duration of storage 
The above-mentioned data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required for the purpose of their collection. For personal data sent by e-mail or contact form, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation ends when it is clear from the circumstances that the matter in question has been finally clarified.
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e.    Possibility of objection

The user has the possibility to object to the data processing at any time. The objection must be sent to the following e-mail address: info[at]wespond.de
All personal data stored in the course of the contact will be deleted in this case.

4. tracking through Google Analytics

a.    Description and scope of data processing

We use the tracking tool Analytics on our website. In GoogleAnalytics, interactions of the user of our website are primarily recorded and systematically evaluated by means of cookies. If individual pages of our website are called up, the following data are stored:

- Three bytes of the IP address of the calling system of the user (anonymised IP address)

- The accessed website

- The website from which the user has reached the page called up on our website (referrer)

- The subpages that are called from the called page

- The time spent on the website

- The frequency of visiting the website 

The software is set up in such a way that the IP addresses are not stored completely, but the last octet of the IP address is masked (e.g.:192.168.79.***). In this way, it is no longer possible to assign the shortened IP address to the calling computer or terminal device of the user.

b.    Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the processing of users' personal data is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a) DSGVO (consent).

c.    Purpose of data processing

The processing of the user's personal data with the help of GoogleAnalytics enables us to analyse the surfing behaviour of our users. By evaluating the data obtained, we are able to compile information on the use of the individual components of our website. This helps us to constantly improve our own website and its user-friendliness.

d.    Duration of storage

The data stored by tracking will be deleted as soon as they are no longer needed for our recording purposes. In our case this is the case after twelve months.

e.    Possibility of objection

 With the help of a browser add-on for deactivating Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js,analytics.js, dc.js), the user can prevent Google Analytics from using the data on our website.

 If the user would like to deactivate Google Analytics, he can download and install the add-on for his own web browser. The add-on for deactivating Google Analytics is compatible with the current versions of Chrome, Internet Explorer,Safari, Firefox and Opera. For the add-on to work, it must be loaded and executed correctly in the browser. For Internet Explorer, third-party cookies must also be enabled. 

Interested users can find more information under the following link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=de

5. integration of Google Fonts

a.    Description and scope of data processing

We use Google Fonts for the uniform representation of fonts. When a page is called up, the user's browser loads the required web fonts into its own browser cache in order to display texts and fonts correctly. For this purpose, the user's browser must connect to Google's servers. This enables Google to know that our website has been accessed from the user's IP address.

b.    Legal basis for data processing 

The integration of the Google Fonts service is necessary for the design of our website to meet the needs of our customers. This is also in our interest in data processing in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f) DSGVO (legitimate interests of us as responsible parties)

c.    Further information on data processing

Google LLC is responsible for further data processing. For more information on how Google handles your data, please visit https://policies.google.com/privacy and https://developers.google.com/fonts/faq.

7. facebook fanpages

a.     Description and scope of data processing

We are operators of a social network within the social network Facebook, in order to be able to communicate with the customers, interested parties and users active there and inform them about our articles or services.

We point out that user data may be processed outside the area of the European Union. This can result in risks for the users, because, for example, the enforcement of rights could become a problem for the user. With regard to US providers certified under the Privacy Shield, we would like to point out that by doing so they undertake to comply with the EU's data protection standards. You can view a current certificate for Facebook here: https://www.privacyshield.gov/participant?id=a2zt0000000GnywAAC&status=Active

Furthermore, user data is generally processed for market research and advertising purposes. For example, user profiles can be created from the user behaviour and the resulting interests of the users. The user profiles can in turn be used, for example, to place advertisements inside and outside the platforms that presumably correspond to the interests of the users. For these purposes, cookies are usually stored on the users' computers, in which the usage behaviour and interests of the users are stored. Furthermore, data can also be stored in the user profiles independently of the devices used by the users (especially if the users are members of the respective platforms and are logged in to these).

b.     Legal basis for data processing

The processing of users' personal data is based on our legitimate interests in effective information of users and communication/interaction with users in accordance with Art. 6 Par. 1 lit. f. If the users are asked by the respective providers of the platforms to give their consent, e.g. with the help of a checkbox, to the data processing described above, the legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 para. 1 letter a., Art. 7 DSGVO.

c.    Further information on data processing

For a detailed presentation of the respective processing and the possibilities of objection (opt-out), we refer to the following linked information of the providers.

Also in the case of requests for information and the assertion of user rights, we would like to point out that these can most effectively be asserted with the providers. Only the providers have access to the data of the users and can directly take appropriate measures and provide information. Should you nevertheless require assistance, you can contact us.

Agreement with Facebook (FacebookIreland Ltd., 4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland) on joint processing of personal data: https://www.facebook.com/legal/terms/page_controller_addendum

Privacy policy: https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/,

Opt-out: https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=ads or http://www.youronlinechoices.com

8. integration of YouTube

a.    Description and scope of data processing

We have integrated YouTube videos into our online offering, which are stored at https://www.YouTube.com and can be played directly from our website. These are all integrated in "extended data protection mode", which means that no data about you as a user is transferred to YouTube if you do not play the videos. Only when you play the videos will the data mentioned in the next paragraph be transferred, and we have no influence on this data transfer.

By visiting the website, YouTube receives the information that you have called up the corresponding subpage of our website. In addition, the data mentioned in § 3 of this declaration will be transmitted. This is done regardless of whether YouTube provides a user account that you are logged in with or no user account at all; if you are logged in with Google, your information is directly associated with your account. If you don't want your profile to be associated with YouTube, you must log out before activating the button. YouTube stores your data as user profiles and uses them for the purpose of advertising, market research and/or demand-oriented design of its website. Such evaluation is carried out in particular (even for users who are not logged in) to provide advertising tailored to your needs and to inform other users of the social network about your activities on our website. You have a right of objection to the creation of these user profiles, whereby you must contact YouTube to exercise this right.

b.    Legal basis for data processing 

The integration of YouTube takes place on the basis of our legitimate interests, i.e. interest in the analysis, optimisation and economic operation of the online offer in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f DSGVO (legitimate interests of us as responsible parties).

c.    Further information on data processing

Google/YouTube:Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland -Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy,

Opt-Out:https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated,

PrivacyShield: https://www.privacyshield.gov/participant?id=a2zt000000001L5AAI&status=Active.

9. rights of data subjects

a.    Right to information

You can request information in accordance with Art. 15 DSGVO about your personal data that we process.

b.    Right to object:

 You have a right of objection for special reasons (see under point II).

c.    Right of rectification:

If the information concerning you is not (or is no longer) correct, you can request a correction in accordance with Art. 16 DSGVO. If your data is incomplete, you may request its completion.

d.    Right to deletion:

Under Art. 17 DSGVO, you can request the deletion of your personal data.

e.    Right to limit processing:

Under Art. 18 DSGVO, you have the right to request that the processing of your personal data be restricted.

f.     Right of appeal:

If you believe that the processing of your personal data violates data protection law, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority of your choice in accordance with Art. 77 Paragraph 1 DSGVO. This includes the data protection supervisory authority responsible for the person responsible: State Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information North Rhine-Westphalia, P.O. Box 20 04 44, 40102 Düsseldorf,0211/38424-0, poststelle@ldi.nrw.de.

g.    Right to data transferability

In the event that the requirements of Art. 20 para. 1 DSGVO are met, you have the right to have data that we process automatically on the basis of your consent or in fulfilment of a contract handed over to you or to third parties. The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of log files are absolutely necessary for the operation of the website. They are therefore not based on consent pursuant to Art.6 para. 1 lit. a) DSGVO or on a contract pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b) DSGVO, but are justified pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f) DSGVO. The prerequisites of Art. 20 para. 1 DSGVO are therefore not fulfilled in this respect.

II Right to object under Art. 21 para. 1 DSGVO

You have the right to object at any time, for reasons arising from your particular situation, to the processing of your personal data, which is carried out on the basis of Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f of the DPA. The data controller will then no longer process the personal data unless he can demonstrate compelling legitimate reasons for processing which outweigh the interests, rights and freedoms of the data subject, or if the processing serves to assert, exercise or defend legal claims. The collection of the data for the provision of the website and the storage of the log files are absolutely necessary for the operation of the website.