Datenschutz (Deutsch) – German Version
1. Controller
The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:
Dr. Heike Franz
Gartenstraße 12
56335 Neuhäusel
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 2620 451 0011
E-mail: dr.heikefranz@drfranz-consulting.com
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2. General Information
I take the protection of your personal data seriously. I treat your data confidentially and in accordance with the applicable data protection regulations, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
This privacy policy informs you about the nature, scope, and purpose of the processing of personal data when using this website.
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3. Hosting and Server Log Files
This website is hosted by webgo GmbH, Wandsbeker Zollstraße 95, 22041 Hamburg, Germany.
When you visit this website, information is automatically stored in so-called server log files. This includes in particular:
- visited pages
- date and time of access
- browser type and browser version
- operating system used
- referrer URL
- IP address
- internet service provider
The processing is carried out to ensure the security, stability, and technical functionality of the website.
The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Further information can be found at:
https://www.webgo.de/datenschutz/
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4. SSL Encryption
This website uses SSL/TLS encryption for the secure transmission of confidential content.
You can recognize an encrypted connection by the address bar of your browser (“https://”).
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5. Cookie Consent Management
This website uses Complianz to manage cookie consent.
Complianz stores your selection regarding the use of cookies and similar technologies in order to meet legal requirements and document your preferences.
Legal basis:
- Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR
- Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR
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6. Contacting Me
If you contact me by e-mail or telephone, the personal data you provide will be processed exclusively for handling your inquiry.
Legal basis:
- Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR for pre-contractual measures
- Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR for general inquiries
The data will be deleted as soon as the purpose of the processing no longer applies and no statutory retention obligations exist.
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7. Contact Form
If you contact me via the contact form on this website, the data you enter will be stored and processed for handling your inquiry and for possible follow-up questions.
The processed data may include in particular:
- name
- e-mail address
- content of your message
- date and time of the inquiry
- technical connection data
Providing the data is voluntary. Without the required information, your inquiry may not be processed.
Processing is based on:
- Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR, if your inquiry serves to initiate or perform a contract;
- Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in the efficient handling of inquiries.
The data will be deleted as soon as the purpose of storage no longer applies and there are no statutory retention obligations.
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8. Appointment Scheduling via TidyCal
For online appointment scheduling, I use TidyCal, a service of Sumo Group Inc., 1305 E. 6th St #3, Austin, TX 78702, USA.
When using the booking function, personal data necessary for scheduling appointments will be processed.
The legal basis is your consent pursuant to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.
Further information:
https://tidycal.com/privacy-policy
Use of TidyCal is voluntary. Alternatively, you can contact me by e-mail at any time.
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9. Audio and Video Conferences (Zoom)
I use Zoom for consultations, meetings, and online events.
Provider:
Zoom Communications Inc.
55 Almaden Boulevard
San Jose, CA 95113
USA
When using Zoom, personal data may be processed, in particular:
- name
- e-mail address
- IP address
- device information
- communication content
- session metadata
The processing takes place:
- for the performance of pre-contractual measures or contractual services (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
- based on our legitimate interest in efficient communication (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
Further information:
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10. Newsletter and E-mail Marketing
If you subscribe to my newsletter, I use your e-mail address exclusively to send information, news, and offers.
Registration is carried out using the double opt-in procedure.
Legal basis:
- Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR
You may withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future.
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11. Newsletter Delivery Service SendFox
My newsletter is sent via SendFox.
Provider:
Sumo Group Inc.
1305 E. 6th St #3
Austin, TX 78702
USA
In connection with the delivery of newsletters, personal data may be processed. In addition, statistical information about open and click rates may be collected.
Further information:
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12. Comment Function
Some blog articles allow users to leave comments.
The data you provide in doing so will be stored and published. The e-mail address will not be displayed publicly.
Processing is based on my legitimate interest in providing a comment function pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
We reserve the right to moderate or reject comments.
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13. Spam Protection for Comments and Forms
To protect this website against spam, automated requests, and abusive submissions, I use the service Anti-Spam by CleanTalk.
Provider:
CleanTalk Inc.
711 S Carson Street, Suite 4
Carson City, NV 89701
USA
When using comment functions or forms, technical data may be processed to detect and prevent automated spam activity. This may include in particular IP address, browser information, time of the request, and other technical characteristics of the connection.
Processing is based on my legitimate interest in the security and functionality of the website pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Further information can be found in CleanTalk’s privacy policy:
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14. Embedded YouTube Videos
Videos from the YouTube platform may be embedded on this website.
Provider:
Google Ireland Limited
Gordon House
Barrow Street
Dublin 4
Ireland
Embedding is carried out, where possible, using extended privacy mode.
When a video is played, personal data may be transmitted to YouTube or Google.
Further information:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
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15. Online Courses and Digital Products (Ablefy)
This website contains links to sales pages operated by Ablefy.
If you wish to purchase a course, digital product, or service, you will be redirected to the Ablefy platform.
The personal data required for purchase processing, payment processing, contract fulfilment, and provision of the products are processed by Ablefy.
Further information:
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16. LinkedIn Links
This website provides a link to my LinkedIn profile.
This is not an active social media plugin.
Simply visiting this website does not transmit any data to LinkedIn.
Only when you actively click the link will you be redirected to LinkedIn’s website.
Provider:
LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company
Wilton Place
Dublin 2
Ireland
Further information:
https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
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17. Your Rights
You have the right at any time to:
- obtain information about your stored personal data (Art. 15 GDPR)
- request the correction of inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)
- request the deletion of your data (Art. 17 GDPR)
- request restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
- request data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
- object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)
- withdraw any consent you have given at any time with effect for the future, without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal.
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18. Right to Lodge a Complaint with a Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority about the processing of your personal data.
The competent authority is in particular the supervisory authority of your habitual residence, your place of work, or the place of the alleged infringement.