Data protection declaration

Unless otherwise stated, providing your personal information is not required by law, by contract, or to conclude a contract. You are not obligated to provide this data. Non-provision will have no consequences. This applies only if no other information is specified in subsequent processing operations.

“Personal data” refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

Server Log Files

You can visit our website without providing any personal information. Whenever you access our website, usage data is transmitted via your internet browser and stored in log data (server log files). This stored data includes, for example, the name of the page accessed, the date and time of access, the amount of data transferred, and the requesting provider. These data are used solely to ensure the smooth operation of our website and to improve our offerings. It is not possible to associate these data with specific individuals.

Collection and Processing Using the Contact Form

When using the contact form, we collect your personal data (name, email address, and message content) only to the extent provided by you. Data processing serves the purpose of establishing contact. By submitting your message, you consent to the processing of the transmitted data. Processing is based on Article 6 (1)(a) GDPR with your consent.

You may revoke your consent at any time by notifying us, without affecting the legality of the processing carried out based on your consent before the revocation. We use your email address to process your inquiry. Subsequently, your data will be deleted unless you have consented to further processing and use.

Collection, Processing, and Use of Personal Data for Orders

When placing an order, we collect and use your personal data only to the extent necessary to fulfill and process your order and respond to your inquiries. Providing the data is required for the conclusion of the contract. Failure to provide the data means that the contract cannot be concluded. Processing is based on Article 6 (1)(b) GDPR and is necessary for the performance of the contract with you.

Your data will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except for our service partners necessary for processing the contractual relationship or service providers required for order processing. In addition to the recipients mentioned in the respective clauses of this privacy policy, these may include, for example: delivery service providers, payment service providers, inventory management service providers, order processing service providers, web hosting providers, IT service providers, and dropshipping retailers. In all cases, we strictly comply with legal requirements. The scope of data transmission is limited to the minimum.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files stored by the user’s internet browser or in the user’s computer system. When a user visits a website, a cookie may be stored in the user’s operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string that enables unique identification of the browser when the website is reopened.

We use cookies to make our offerings more user-friendly, effective, and secure. Cookies also allow our systems to recognize your browser even after changing pages and provide you with services. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without using cookies. For these purposes, it is necessary to recognize the browser even after changing pages.

Additionally, we use cookies on our website for analyzing search behavior and targeting visitors with personalized advertising based on their interests on other websites.

Processing is based on § 15 (3) TMG and Article 6 (1)(f) GDPR due to our legitimate interest in the aforementioned purposes.

The data collected from you in this way is pseudonymized using technical measures. Assigning these data to your identity is no longer possible. These data will not be stored together with other personal data of yours.

You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data based on Article 6 (1) GDPR at any time for reasons arising from your particular situation.

Cookies are stored on your computer. Thus, you have full control over the use of cookies. By selecting appropriate technical settings in your internet browser, you can prevent the storage of cookies and the transmission of the data they contain. Previously stored cookies can be deleted at any time. However, we note that this may prevent you from fully using all the functions of this website.

The following links explain how to manage (and disable) cookies in the major browsers:

Chrome Browser: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416?hl=en

Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/microsoft-edge/cookies-in-microsoft-edge-lB6schen-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09

Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences

Safari: https://support.apple.com/de-de/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data-sfri11471/mac

To manage the cookies and similar technologies used (tracking pixels, web beacons, etc.) and related consents, we use the consent tool “Real Cookie Banner”. Details on how “Real Cookie Banner” works can be found at https://devowl.io/rcb/data-processing/.

WP Image Captcha

Our website uses WP Image Captcha to prevent spam and automated registrations. This tool generates images with codes that users must enter manually to confirm they are human.

WP Image Captcha does not collect personal data but may store temporary cookies to enhance functionality. The entered codes are processed locally and are not shared with third parties.

If you have any questions about data processing, please contact us.

Data Retention Period

After the conclusion of the contract, data will initially be retained for the warranty period and later deleted following the expiration of statutory retention periods, particularly those related to tax and commercial law, unless you have consented to further processing and use.

Rights of the Data Subject

According to Articles 15-20 GDPR, you are entitled to the following rights, provided the legal requirements are met: the right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, and data portability. Furthermore, under Article 21 (1) GDPR, you have the right to object to processing based on Article 6 (1) GDPR, as well as to processing for direct marketing purposes.

You can contact us at any time with questions. Contact information can be found in our imprint.

You may directly reach our Data Protection Officer: info@rrk-zentrum.de

Right to Lodge a Complaint with a Supervisory Authority

Under Article 77 GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe that the processing of your personal data is not lawful.

Last Updated: December 2024