The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other national data protection laws of the member states as well as other data protection regulations is

Rechtsanwalt Matthias Heinz

Riesstr. 21, 53113 Bonn, Germany

Tel.: +49 228 92987889

E-Mail: matthias.heinz@heinz-law.de

According to Art. 4 (1) GDPR, personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the accessing computer.

The following data is collected:

• Information about the browser type and version used

• The user's operating system

• The user's internet service provider

• The IP address of the user

• Date and time of access

• Websites from which the user's system accesses our website

The data is also stored in the log files of our system. This data is not stored together with other personal data of the user.

The legal basis for the temporary storage of data and log files is Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.

Temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable delivery of the website to the user's computer. For this purpose, the user's IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session.

The data is stored in log files to ensure the functionality of the website. In addition, we use the data for the technical optimization of the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. The data is not analyzed for marketing purposes in this context.

These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.

The recipient of the data is a hosting provider.

The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. In the case of the collection of data for the provision of the website, this is the case when the respective session has ended.

If the data is stored in log files, this is the case after seven days at the latest.

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the Internet browser or by the Internet browser on the user's computer system. When a user accesses a website, a cookie may be stored on the user's operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string of characters that enables the browser to be uniquely identified when the website is called up again.

We use cookies to make our website functional. Some elements of our website require that the accessing browser can be identified even after a page change.

The legal basis for the processing of personal data using technically necessary cookies within the meaning of Section 25 (2) TDDDG is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to enable the use of websites for users. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these, it is necessary for the browser to be recognized even after a page change.

The user data collected by technically necessary cookies is not used to create user profiles.

The aforementioned purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in the subsequent processing of personal data in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.

The recipient of the data is a hosting provider.

Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted by it to our website. As a user, you therefore have full control over the use of cookies. You can deactivate or restrict the storage of cookies by changing the settings in your Internet browser. Cookies that have already been saved can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are deactivated for our website, it may no longer be possible to use all functions of the website to their full extent.

There is a contact form on our website that can be used to contact us electronically. If a user makes use of this option, the data entered in the input mask will be transmitted to us and stored. These data are

• First name and surname

• e-mail address

• telephone number

• Content of the message

The following data is also stored when the message is sent:

• IP address

• Date and time of sending

Alternatively, it is possible to contact us via the e-mail address provided. In this case, the user's personal data transmitted with the e-mail will be stored.

The data will not be passed on to third parties in this context. The data is used exclusively for processing the conversation.

The legal basis for the processing of the data that is transmitted is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. If the e-mail contact is aimed at the conclusion of a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR.

The sole purpose of processing personal data is to handle the contact. This also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in processing the data.

The other personal data processed during the sending process is used to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. For personal data sent by email, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the matter in question has been fully resolved.

If your personal data is processed, you are a data subject within the meaning of the GDPR and you have the following rights vis-à-vis the controller:

• Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)

• Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)

• Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)

• Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

• Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR): Furthermore, you have the right to object if we process data on the basis of Art. 6 (1) f GDPR.

If you believe that the processing of your personal data violates data protection law, you can also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the EU member state or federal state of your habitual residence, place of work or the place of the alleged violation you are complaining about.

Status: April 2025