Privacy policy
Responsible Person
Sarah Killian
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Date: 15.07.2024
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Introduction
We take the protection of the data of the users (“Users” or “You”) of our website and/or mobile app (the “Website” or the “Mobile App”) very seriously and are committed to protecting the information that users provide to us in connection with the use of our website and/or mobile app (collectively: “digital assets”). We are also committed to protecting and using your data in accordance with applicable law.
This privacy policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your data through the use of our digital assets (the “Services”) when you access the Services via your devices.
Please read the privacy policy carefully and make sure you fully understand our practices regarding your data before using our Services. If you have read, fully understood, and do not agree with our practices, you must stop using our digital assets and services. By using our services, you acknowledge the terms of this privacy policy. Continued use of the services constitutes your consent to this privacy policy and any changes to it.
In this privacy policy, you will learn:
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How we collect data
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What data we collect
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Why we collect this data
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To whom we disclose the data
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Where the data is stored
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How long the data is retained
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How we protect the data
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How we handle minors
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Updates or changes to the privacy policy
What data do we collect?
Category: Always
Below is an overview of the data we may collect:
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Unidentified and non-identifiable information that you provide during the registration process or that is collected through the use of our services (“non-personal data”). Non-personal data does not allow conclusions to be drawn about the person from whom it was collected. Non-personal data we collect mainly consists of technical and aggregated usage information.
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Individually identifiable information, i.e., information that can identify you or can be used to identify you with reasonable effort (“personal data”). Personal data we collect through our services may include information requested from time to time, such as names, email addresses, addresses, phone numbers, IP addresses, and more. If we combine personal data with non-personal data, we will treat it as personal data as long as it is in combination.
How do we collect data?
Category: Always
Below are the main methods we use to collect data:
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We collect data when you use our services. When you visit our digital assets and use services, we may collect, record, and store usage, sessions, and related information.
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We collect data that you provide to us directly, for example, when you contact us via a communication channel (e.g., an email with a comment or feedback).
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We may collect data from third-party sources as described below.
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We collect data that you provide to us when you log in to our services via a third-party provider such as Facebook or Google.
Why do we collect this data?
Category: Always
We may use your data for the following purposes:
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To provide and operate our services;
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To develop, customize, and improve our services;
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To respond to your feedback, requests, and inquiries and provide assistance;
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To analyze demand and usage patterns;
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For other internal, statistical, and research purposes;
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To enhance our data security and fraud prevention capabilities;
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To investigate and enforce our terms and policies, comply with applicable law, regulation, or governmental order;
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To provide you with updates, news, promotional materials, and other information related to our services. For promotional emails, you can opt out by clicking the unsubscribe link in those emails.
To whom do we disclose this data?
Category: Always
We may share your data with our service providers to operate our services (e.g., storing data via third-party hosting services, providing technical support, etc.).
We may also disclose your data under the following circumstances: (i) to investigate, detect, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities or other misconduct; (ii) to establish or exercise our rights to defend ourselves against legal claims; (iii) to protect our rights, property, or personal safety, and that of our users or the public; (iv) in the event of a control change at our company or one of our affiliated companies (through a merger, acquisition, or purchase of all or substantially all assets, etc.); (v) to collect, hold, and/or manage your data through authorized third-party service providers as appropriate for business purposes; (vi) to work with third-party service providers to improve your user experience. For the avoidance of doubt, we may transfer, share, or otherwise use non-personal data at our discretion.
Category: User has a blog or forum
Please note that our services allow for social interactions (e.g., posting content, information, and comments publicly and chatting with other users). We caution you that any content or data you provide in these areas may be read, collected, and used by others. We advise against posting or sharing any information that you do not want to be publicly available. Uploading content or providing it in any other way through the use of any service is done at your own risk. We cannot control the actions of other users or the public who may access your data or content. You acknowledge and confirm that copies of your data may remain viewable in cached and archived pages or if other users or third parties have copied or stored your content.
Cookies and similar technologies
When you visit or access our services, we authorize third parties to use web beacons, cookies, pixel tags, scripts, and other technologies and analytics services (“Tracking Technologies”). These tracking technologies may allow third parties to automatically collect your data to improve your navigation experience on our digital assets, optimize their performance, and ensure a tailored user experience, as well as for security and fraud prevention purposes.
For more information, please read our Cookie Policy.
Category: User is not connected to an advertising service
Without your consent, we will not share your email address or other personal data with advertising companies or advertising networks.
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Category: User is connected to an advertising service, campaign manager, or Facebook Ads
We may provide advertisements through our services and digital assets (including websites and applications using our services), which may also be tailored to you, such as ads based on your recent browsing behavior on websites, devices, or browsers.
To provide these ads, we may use cookies and/or JavaScript and/or web beacons (including clear gifs) and/or HTML5 local storage and/or other technologies. We may also use third parties such as network advertisers (i.e., third parties that display ads based on your website visits) to serve targeted ads. External ad network providers, advertisers, sponsors, and/or traffic measurement services may also use cookies and/or JavaScript and/or web beacons (including clear gifs) and/or Flash cookies and/or other technologies to measure the effectiveness of their ads and personalize advertising content for you. These third-party cookies and other technologies are subject to the specific privacy policy of the respective third party, not this one.
Where do we store the data?
Category: Always
Non-personal data
Please note that our companies and trusted partners and service providers are located worldwide. To achieve the purposes described in this privacy policy, we store and process all non-personal data we collect in various jurisdictions.
Category: User collects personal data
Personal data
Personal data may be maintained, processed, and stored in the United States, Ireland, South Korea, Taiwan, Israel, and other jurisdictions as required for the proper provision of our services and/or as required by law (as further explained below).
How long is the data retained?
Category: Always
Please note that we retain the collected data as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with our legal and contractual obligations towards you, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
We may correct, complete, or delete inaccurate or incomplete data at any time at our discretion.
How do we protect the data?
Category: Always
The hosting service for our digital assets provides us with the online platform through which we offer our services to you. Your data may be stored through the data storage, databases, and general applications of our hosting provider. It stores your data on secure servers behind a firewall and provides secure HTTPS access to most areas of its services.
Category: User accepts payments/e-commerce
All payment options offered by us and our hosting provider for our digital assets comply with the PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) requirements of the PCI Security Standards Council (Credit Card Industry Security Standards Council). This collaboration includes brands such as Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. PCI-DSS requirements help ensure the secure handling of credit card information (including physical, electronic, and procedural measures) by our shop and service providers.
Category: Always
Despite the measures and efforts taken by us and our hosting provider, we cannot and do not guarantee absolute protection and absolute security of the data you upload, publish, or otherwise share with us or others.
For this reason, we encourage you to set secure passwords and, if possible, not to provide us or others with sensitive information whose disclosure you believe could significantly or permanently harm you. Since email and instant messaging are not considered secure communication forms, we also ask that you do not share confidential information through these communication channels.
How do we handle minors?
Category: User does not collect data from minors
The services are not intended for users who have not yet reached the legal age of majority. We will not knowingly collect data from children. If you are not of legal age, you should not download or use the services and should not provide us with any information.
We reserve the right to request proof of age at any time to verify that minors are not using our services. If we become aware that a minor is using our services, we may deny and block such users' access to our services and delete all data stored by us concerning that user. If you have reason to believe that a minor has shared data with us, please contact us as specified below.
Category: User collects data from minors
Protecting children's privacy is especially important in the online environment. Our services are not intended for children. Under no circumstances do we knowingly allow the use of our services by minors without the prior consent or authorization of a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided us with data without their consent, they should contact us.
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Category: Always
We reserve the right to request proof of age at any time to verify that minors are not using our services. If we become aware that a minor is using our services, we may deny and block such users' access to our services and delete all data stored by us concerning that user unless we need to retain such data to comply with legal obligations. If you have reason to believe that a minor has shared data with us, please contact us as specified below.
Updates or changes to the privacy policy
Category: Always
We may revise this privacy policy at our discretion; the version posted on the website is always current (see the “Last Updated” heading). We encourage you to regularly review this privacy policy for any changes. In the event of material changes, we will notify you of changes to this privacy policy by email or through notice on our website. Continued use of our services after notification of changes on our website constitutes your confirmation and consent to such changes to the privacy policy and your agreement to be bound by the terms of such changes.
Contact us
Category: Always
If you have general questions about the services or the information we collect about you and how we use it, please contact us at:
Name: Sarah Killian
E-Mail: hello@sarah-killian.com
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Please provide a detailed message. We will make every effort to resolve any issues promptly.