1. Information on the Collection of Personal Data and Contact Details of the Controller

We are pleased that you are visiting our website and thank you for your interest. Below, we inform you about how we handle your personal data when you use our website. Personal data includes all data that can personally identify you.

The controller responsible for data processing on this website under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:

Guido Winter
D-83435 Bad Reichenhall,
Poststraße 14
Germany

Tel.: +49 8651 9039369
Email: kontakt@translatorsonline.de

The controller is the natural or legal person who alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. For security reasons and to protect the transmission of personal data and other confidential content (e.g., orders or inquiries to the controller), 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 use our website for informational purposes only (i.e., without registering or otherwise transmitting information to us), we only collect data that your browser sends to our server (so-called “server log files”). When you visit our website, we collect the following data, which is technically necessary for us to display the website:

• The website you visited
• Date and time of access
• Amount of data sent in bytes
• Source/reference from which you reached the page
• Browser used
• Operating system used
• IP address used (if applicable: anonymized)

The processing is carried out 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 is not shared or otherwise used. However, we reserve the right to review the server log files retrospectively if there are concrete indications of unlawful use.

3. Hosting

Hosting by Hostinger.com

To provide our online services securely and efficiently, we use the services of one or more web hosting providers whose servers (or servers they manage) deliver the online content. For this purpose, we may use infrastructure and platform services, computing capacity, storage space, database services, security services, and technical maintenance services.

The data processed in the context of hosting may include all information related to users of our online services, generated during use and communication. This typically includes the IP address, which is necessary to deliver online content to browsers, and all entries made within our online services or on websites.

Collection of Access Data and Log Files: We (or our hosting provider) collect data for each server access (so-called server log files). Server log files may include the address and name of the accessed web pages and files, date and time of access, data volume transferred, notification of successful access, browser type and version, the user’s operating system, referrer URL (the previously visited page), and, as a rule, IP addresses and the requesting provider.

Server log files are used for security purposes (e.g., to prevent server overload, especially in cases of abusive attacks, such as DDoS attacks) and to ensure server stability and performance.

• Types of Data Processed: Content data (e.g., entries in online forms), usage data (e.g., visited web pages, interest in content, access times), meta/communication data (e.g., device information, IP addresses).
• Affected Persons: Users (e.g., website visitors, users of online services).
• Purposes of Processing: Fulfillment of contractual obligations and customer service.
• Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR).

Services and Service Providers Used:

• WordPress.com: Hosting platform for blogs/websites; service provider: Automattic Inc., 60 29th Street #343, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA; Website: https://wordpress.com; Privacy Policy: https://automattic.com/privacy/.

External Hosting by Hostinger.com

We use the system of HOSTINGER operations, UAB Švitrigailos str. 34, Vilnius 03230 Lithuania (“Hostinger.com”), for hosting and displaying our website content under a data processing agreement. All data collected on our website is processed on Hostinger.com’s servers. As part of the aforementioned services, data may also be transferred to Hostinger.com servers in the USA or Lithuania for further processing. We have concluded a Data Processing Agreement (“DPA”) with Hostinger.com, obligating the provider to protect our users’ data and not disclose it to third parties.
https://www.hostinger.com/legal/privacy-policy

For further information on Hostinger.com’s data privacy practices, please visit the following website: Additional processing on servers other than those mentioned above occurs only within the scope described below.

4. Cookies

To make your visit to our website attractive and enable certain functions, we use so-called cookies on various pages. These are small text files stored on your device. Some of the cookies we use are deleted after your browser session ends (i.e., when you close your browser; “session cookies”). Other cookies remain on your device and allow us to recognize your browser on your next visit (“persistent cookies”). When cookies are set, they collect and process specific user information, such as browser and location data as well as IP address values. Persistent cookies are automatically deleted after a predefined period, which may vary depending on the cookie. You can find the storage duration of each cookie in your web browser’s cookie settings.

Some cookies are used to simplify the ordering process by storing settings (e.g., remembering the contents of a virtual shopping cart for a later visit). If personal data is processed by individual cookies, the processing is based on Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR for contract performance, Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR for consent, or Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR for our legitimate interests in the website’s optimal functionality and user-friendly design.

You can configure your browser to notify you about cookie settings and decide individually whether to accept them or exclude cookies for specific cases or in general. Each browser manages cookie settings differently; this is described in the browser’s help menu, which explains how to change your cookie preferences. Below are links to the relevant instructions for each browser:

Internet Explorer:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies

Firefox:
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop

Chrome:
https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=en

Safari:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac

Opera:
https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies

Please note that if you do not accept cookies, the functionality of our website may be limited.

5. Contacting Us

When you contact us (e.g., via contact form or email), personal data is collected. The data collected when using a contact form is apparent from the respective form. This data is stored and used solely for responding to your inquiry or for contacting you and the associated technical administration. The legal basis for processing this data is our legitimate interest in responding to your inquiry under Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR. If your contact aims to conclude a contract, the additional legal basis for processing is Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR. Your data will be deleted after final processing of your inquiry, provided no statutory retention obligations apply.

6. Rights of the Data Subject

Under applicable data protection law, you have the following rights regarding the processing of your personal data (rights of access and intervention), whereby the respective legal basis for exercising these rights is referenced:

• Right of access under Art. 15 GDPR;
• Right to rectification under Art. 16 GDPR;
• Right to erasure under Art. 17 GDPR;
• Right to restriction of processing under Art. 18 GDPR;
• Right to notification under Art. 19 GDPR;
• Right to data portability under Art. 20 GDPR;
• Right to withdraw consent under Art. 7 (3) GDPR;
• Right to lodge a complaint under Art. 77 GDPR.

7. RIGHT TO OBJECT

IF WE PROCESS YOUR PERSONAL DATA BASED ON OUR LEGITIMATE INTERESTS (ART. 6 (1) LIT. F GDPR), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO OBJECT TO THIS PROCESSING AT ANY TIME FOR REASONS ARISING FROM YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION. THIS ALSO APPLIES TO PROFILING BASED ON THESE PROVISIONS.

IF YOU EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO OBJECT, WE WILL STOP PROCESSING THE AFFECTED DATA. HOWEVER, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE PROCESSING IF WE CAN DEMONSTRATE COMPELLING LEGITIMATE GROUNDS THAT OUTWEIGH YOUR INTERESTS, FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS, AND FREEDOMS, OR IF THE PROCESSING SERVES THE ESTABLISHMENT, EXERCISE, OR DEFENSE OF LEGAL CLAIMS.

IF YOUR PERSONAL DATA IS PROCESSED FOR DIRECT MARKETING PURPOSES, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO OBJECT AT ANY TIME TO THE PROCESSING OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA FOR SUCH MARKETING. YOU MAY EXERCISE THIS RIGHT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.

IF YOU OBJECT TO PROCESSING FOR DIRECT MARKETING PURPOSES, WE WILL STOP PROCESSING THE AFFECTED DATA FOR THESE PURPOSES.

8. Duration of Storage of Personal Data

The duration of storage of personal data depends on the respective legal basis, the processing purpose, and, where applicable, statutory retention periods (e.g., commercial and tax retention periods).

For personal data processed based on explicit consent under Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR, the data is stored until the data subject withdraws consent.

If statutory retention periods apply to data processed under Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR for contractual or similar obligations, the data is routinely deleted after the retention period expires, unless it is still required for contract fulfillment or we have a legitimate interest in further storage.

For personal data processed under Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR, the data is stored until the data subject exercises their right to object under Art. 21 (1) GDPR, unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for processing that override the data subject’s interests, rights, and freedoms, or the processing serves the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.

For personal data processed for direct marketing under Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR, the data is stored until the data subject objects under Art. 21 (2) GDPR.

Unless otherwise specified in this policy, stored personal data is deleted when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or processed.

Our Social Media Presence

Data Processing by Social Networks

We maintain publicly accessible profiles on social networks. The specific social networks we use are listed below.

Social networks like Facebook, Twitter, etc., can typically comprehensively analyze your user behavior when you visit their website or a website with integrated social media content (e.g., like buttons or banners). Visiting our social media profiles triggers numerous data processing operations. Specifically:

If you are logged into your social media account and visit our profile, the operator of the social media platform can assign this visit to your user account. However, your personal data may also be collected if you are not logged in or do not have an account with the respective platform. In this case, data collection may occur via cookies stored on your device or through your IP address.

The data collected can be used by the social media platforms to create user profiles reflecting your preferences and interests. This enables interest-based advertising to be displayed to you both on and off the platform. If you have an account with the respective network, this advertising may be displayed on all devices where you are or were logged in.

Please note that we cannot track all processing operations on social media platforms. Depending on the provider, additional processing may occur. For details, please refer to the terms of use and privacy policies of the respective platforms.

Legal Basis

Our social media presence aims to ensure the broadest possible online visibility. This constitutes a legitimate interest under Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR. The analysis processes initiated by social networks may be based on different legal grounds specified by the operators (e.g., consent under Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR).

Controller and Exercising Your Rights

When you visit one of our social media profiles (e.g., LinkedIn), we and the operator of the platform are jointly responsible for the data processing operations triggered by this visit. You can exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, data portability, and complaint) against us or the platform operator (e.g., LinkedIn).

Please note that despite this joint responsibility, we have limited influence over the data processing operations of social media platforms. Our options are largely determined by the respective provider’s policies.

Storage Duration

Data we collect directly via our social media profiles is deleted from our systems when you request deletion, withdraw your consent, or the purpose for storage no longer applies. Cookies remain on your device until you delete them. Mandatory legal retention periods remain unaffected.

We have no control over the storage duration of data collected by social networks for their own purposes. For details, please contact the respective platform operators directly (e.g., via their privacy policies, linked below).

Social Networks in Detail

LinkedIn

We have a profile on LinkedIn. The provider is LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company, Wilton Plaza, Wilton Place, Dublin 2, Ireland. LinkedIn uses advertising cookies.

To disable LinkedIn advertising cookies, please use this link:
https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls/retargeting-opt-out.

Data transfers to the USA are based on the EU Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses. Details can be found here:
https://www.linkedin.com/legal/l/dpa and
https://www.linkedin.com/legal/l/eu-sccs.

For details on how LinkedIn handles your personal data, please refer to their privacy policy:
https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy.

Facebook

We have a profile on Facebook. The provider is Meta Platforms Ireland Limited, 4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland. According to Facebook, the collected data may also be transferred to the USA and other third countries.

We have entered into a Joint Controller Addendum with Facebook, specifying which data processing operations we or Facebook are responsible for when you visit our Facebook page. You can view this agreement here:
https://www.facebook.com/legal/terms/page_controller_addendum.

You can adjust your ad preferences in your user account. To do so, click this link and log in:
https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=ads.

Data transfers to the USA are based on the EU Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses. Details can be found here:
https://www.facebook.com/legal/EU_data_transfer_addendum and
https://www.facebook.com/help/566994660333381.

For details, please refer to Facebook’s privacy policy:
https://www.facebook.com/about/privacy/.

Instagram

We have a profile on Instagram. The provider is Meta Platforms Ireland Limited, 4 Grand Canal Square, Grand Canal Harbour, Dublin 2, Ireland.

Data transfers to the USA are based on the EU Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses. Details can be found here:
https://www.facebook.com/legal/EU_data_transfer_addendum,
https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875, and
https://www.facebook.com/help/566994660333381.

For details on how Instagram handles your personal data, please refer to their privacy policy:
https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875.

Last updated: December 18, 2024