Privacy Policy
The responsible body within the meaning of the data protection laws, in particular the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), is:
Raphael Bruggey
Your rights as a data subject
You can exercise the following rights at any time using the contact details of our data protection officer:
● Information about your data stored by us and its processing (Art. 15 GDPR),
● Correction of incorrect personal data (Art. 16 GDPR),
● Deletion of your data stored by us (Art. 17 GDPR),
● Restriction of data processing, if we are not yet allowed to delete your data due to legal obligations (Art. 18 GDPR),
● Objection to the processing of your data by us (Art. 21 GDPR) and
● Data portability, if you have consented to the data processing or have concluded a contract with us (Art. 20 GDPR).
If you have given us your consent, you can revoke it at any time with effect for the future.
You can contact a supervisory authority at any time with a complaint, e.g. B. to the competent supervisory authority of the federal state of your place of residence or to the authority responsible for us as the responsible body.
A list of supervisory authorities (for the non-public sector) with address can be found at: https://www.bfdi.bund.de/DE/Infothek/Anschriften_Links/anschriften_links-node.html.
Collection of general information when visiting our website
Type and purpose of processing:
When you access our website, i.e. if you do not register or otherwise submit information, information of a general nature is automatically collected. This information (server log files) includes, for example, the type of web browser, the operating system used, the domain name of your Internet service provider, your IP address and the like.
They are processed in particular for the following purposes:
● Ensuring a problem-free connection to the website,
● Ensuring the smooth use of our website,
● Evaluation of system security and stability as well as
● for other administrative purposes.
We do not use your data to draw conclusions about your person. Information of this kind may be statistically evaluated by us in order to optimize our website and the technology behind it.
Legal basis:
The processing is carried out in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f DSGVO on the basis of our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website.
Recipient:
Recipients of the data may be technical service providers who act as processors for the operation and maintenance of our website.
Storage time:
The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the purpose of the collection. This is basically the case for the data that serves to provide the website when the respective session has ended.
Provision prescribed or required:
The provision of the aforementioned personal data is neither required by law nor by contract. Without the IP address, however, the service and functionality of our website is not guaranteed. In addition, individual services and services may not be available or restricted. For this reason, an objection is excluded.
Cookies
Type and purpose of processing:
Like many other websites, we also use so-called "cookies". Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.) when you visit our website.
This gives us certain data such as B. IP address, browser used and operating system.
Cookies cannot be used to start programs or to transmit viruses to a computer. Based on the information contained in cookies, we can facilitate your navigation and enable the correct display of our websites.
Under no circumstances will the data collected by us be passed on to third parties or a link to personal data will be established without your consent.
Of course, you can also view our website without cookies. Internet browsers are regularly set to accept cookies. In general, you can deactivate the use of cookies at any time via the settings of your browser. Please use the help functions of your Internet browser to learn how to change these settings. Please note that some functions of our website may not work if you have deactivated the use of cookies.
Storage period and cookies used:
If you allow us to use cookies through your browser settings or consent, the following cookies can be used on our websites:
Insofar as these cookies may (also) concern personal data, we will inform you about this in the following sections.
You can delete individual cookies or the entire cookie stock via your browser settings. In addition, you will receive information and instructions on how to delete these cookies or how to block their storage in advance. Depending on the provider of your browser, you will find the necessary information under the following links:
● Mozilla Firefox:
https://support.mozilla.org/de/kb/cookies-loeschen-daten-von-websites-remove
● Internet Explorer:
https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-deletemanage-cookies ● Google Chrome:
https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416? hl=de
● Opera:
● Safari:
https://support.apple.com/kb/PH17191? locale=de_DE&viewlocale=de_DE
Use of Google Analytics
Type and purpose of processing:
This website uses Google Analytics, a web analysis service of Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043 USA (hereinafter: "Google"). Google Analytics uses so-called "cookies", i.e. text files that are stored on your computer and that enable an analysis of your use of the website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this website is usually transmitted to a Google server in the USA and stored there. However, due to the activation of IP anonymization on these websites, your IP address will be shortened by Google beforehand within member states of the European Union or in other contracting states of the Agreement on the European Economic Area. Only in exceptional cases will the full IP address be transmitted to a Google server in the USA and shortened there. On behalf of the operator of this website, Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the website, to compile reports on website activities and to provide other services related to website use and Internet use to the website operator. The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics will not be merged with other Google data.
The purposes of data processing are the evaluation of the use of the website and the compilation of reports on activities on the website. On the basis of the use of the website and the Internet, further related services should then be provided.
Legal basis:
The processing of the data is based on the consent of the user (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR).
Recipient:
The recipient of the data is Google as the processor. For this purpose, we have concluded the corresponding order processing agreement with Google.
Storage time:
The deletion of the data takes place as soon as it is no longer necessary for our recording purposes.
Third country transfer:
Google processes your data in the USA and has submitted to the EU_US Privacy Shield https://www.privacyshield.gov/EU-US-Framework.
Provision prescribed or required: The provision of your personal data is voluntary, solely on the basis of your consent. If you prevent access, this may lead to functional restrictions on the website.
Revocation of consent:
You can prevent the storage of cookies by setting your browser software accordingly; however, we would like to point out that in this case you may not be able to use all the functions of this website to their full extent. You can also prevent the collection of the data generated by the cookie and related to your use of the website (including your IP address) to Google as well as the processing of this data by Google by downloading and installing the browser plug-in available at the following link: Browser Add On to deactivate Google Analytics.
In addition to or as an alternative to the browser add-on, you can prevent tracking by Google Analytics on our pages by clicking on this link. An opt-out cookie will be installed on your device. This will prevent the collection by Google Analytics for this website and for this browser in the future, as long as the cookie remains installed in your browser.
Profiling:
With the help of the tracking tool Google Analytics, the behavior of visitors to the website can be evaluated and the interests can be analyzed. For this purpose, we create a pseudonymous user profile.
Embedded YouTube videos
Type and purpose of processing:
On some of our websites, we embed YouTube videos. The operator of the corresponding plugins is YouTube, LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066, USA (hereinafter "YouTube"). When you visit a page with the YouTube plugin, a connection is established to YouTube servers. YouTube will be told which pages you are visiting. If you are logged in to your YouTube account, YouTube can assign your surfing behavior to you personally. You can prevent this by logging out of your YouTube account beforehand.
When a YouTube video is started, the provider uses cookies that collect information about user behavior.
Further information on the purpose and scope of the data collection and its processing by YouTube can be found in the data protection declarations of the provider, there you will also find further information about your rights in this regard and setting options to protect your privacy (https://policies.google.com/privacy). Google processes your data in the USA and has submitted to the EU-US Privacy Shield https://www.privacyshield.gov/EU-US-Framework
Legal basis:
The legal basis for the integration of YouTube and the associated data transfer to Google is your consent (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR).
Recipient:
Calling YouTube automatically triggers a connection to Google.
Storage period and revocation of consent:
Anyone who has disabled the storage of cookies for the Google Ad program will not have to expect such cookies when watching YouTube videos. However, YouTube also stores non-personal usage information in other cookies. If you want to prevent this, you must block the storage of cookies in the browser.
Further information on data protection at "YouTube" can be found in the provider's privacy policy at: https://www.google.de/intl/de/policies/privacy/ Third country transfer: Google processes your data in the USA and has submitted to the EU_US Privacy Shield https://www.privacyshield.gov/EU-US-Framework.
Provision prescribed or required:
The provision of your personal data is voluntary, solely on the basis of your consent. If you prevent access, this may lead to functional restrictions on the website.
Children's Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children who use our services. This section of our Privacy Policy applies to the personal information of children under the age of 16 (or the relevant age in your jurisdiction) in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the General Data Protection Regulation for children (GDPR-K), and other applicable laws.
Information We Collect from Children
We may collect personal information from children in the following ways:
- Directly from the child or their parent/guardian: When creating an account, participating in activities (such as games or contests), or communicating with us, we may collect personal information like name, email address, and age.
- Automatically through the use of our services: We may collect information such as IP address, device information, usage data, and location through cookies or other technologies.
Parental Consent
We will not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from a child under the age of 16 without obtaining verifiable parental consent. Parents or guardians can provide consent through our online consent mechanisms or by signing and returning a consent form.
How We Use Children's Information
We may use the information we collect from children for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services, including personalized content and features.
- To notify parents about their child's activities within our services.
- To ensure compliance with legal obligations and protect the safety of children using our services.
Disclosure of Children's Information
We do not share children's personal information with third parties except in the following cases: -
Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our website or providing services, but they are obligated to keep the information confidential and only use it for specified purposes.
- Legal Obligations: We may disclose children's personal information if required by law or to protect the safety and security of children using our services.
Parental Rights
As a parent or guardian, you have the following rights regarding your child's personal information: -
Review: You can review the personal information we have collected about your child.
- Delete: You may request that we delete your child's personal information.
- Revoke Consent: You can withdraw your consent for the further collection or use of your child's personal information at any time. We may require verification to ensure the request is coming from the parent or legal guardian.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of children's personal information, including using encryption and secure servers. However, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of children's information.
Changes to This Children's Privacy Policy
We may update this section from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify parents through email or other communication methods.
Use of AI Data Collection and Processing
- Photography and Retouching: We collect product images during the photography process and process them using AI tools for high-end retouching.
- AI Tools: Our AI tools, including MidJourney, assist in enhancing and modifying images based on your requirements.
Use of AI in Content Creation
- AI Retouching: AI tools are used to enhance image quality and achieve artistic effects. This process integrates both AI and human expertise.
- Purpose: The use of AI helps us deliver high-quality, professionally retouched images.
Data Storage and Security
- Storage: Images and data are securely stored for the duration necessary to fulfill our services.
- Security Measures: We implement robust security practices to protect your data and images from unauthorized access.
Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
- Third-Party Tools: We use third-party AI tools for retouching, and their data handling practices are outlined in their respective privacy policies.
- Client Sharing: Processed images are shared with clients through secure methods.
Change to our privacy policy
We reserve the right to adapt this data protection declaration so that it always complies with the current legal requirements or to implement changes to our services in the data protection declaration, e.g. when introducing new services. The new privacy policy will then apply to your new visit.
Questions to the data protection officer
If you have any questions about data protection, please write us an e-mail or contact the person responsible for data protection in our organization directly:
The privacy policy was created with the privacy policy generator of activeMind AG (version 2018-09-24).