I. Principles and Definitions
(1) This privacy policy provides information about the processing of your personal data when using this website. It does not apply to other data processing activities beyond the use of this website. The legal basis for this privacy policy is Articles 12 et seq. of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
(2) We process your personal data solely in accordance with the applicable data protection laws, including the GDPR, the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG), and other specific laws relevant to the respective processing activities.
(3) The term “personal data,” as defined in Article 4(1) of the GDPR, refers to any information that identifies or makes you identifiable as a natural person. This includes, for example, your name, address, telephone number, date of birth, bank details, and also your IP address at the time of website use.
II. Name and Contact Information of the Data Controller
Niermann Holding UG (limited liability), Am Koglerberg 1, 82031 Grünwald, Germany
Email: info@niermann-holding.com
Website: https://www.vr-speech.com/
III. Data Protection Officer
info@niermann-holding.com
IV. Type, Scope, and Purpose of Specific Data Processing Activities
1.) Cookies
The website of Niermann Holding UG (limited liability) uses cookies, which are text files stored on a computer system via an internet browser.
Cookies enable a user-friendly experience by recognizing individual browsers and providing tailored services. These include functions such as storing login credentials or remembering items in an online shopping cart.
Users can prevent cookies from being set via browser settings or delete cookies at any time. However, disabling cookies may result in limited functionality on the website.
The legal basis for necessary cookies is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR, and for non-essential cookies, it is Article 6(1)(a) and Article 7 GDPR (consent).
2.) Collection of General Data and Information
Each time the website is accessed, it collects general data such as browser type, operating system, referring website, subpages visited, access time, IP address, and similar information. These are stored in server log files to ensure the functionality, optimization, and security of the website.
No conclusions about the user are drawn from these data.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
3.) Registration on Our Website
Users may register on the website by providing personal data. Details of the data collected are specified in the registration forms. Separate privacy notices are provided during the registration process.
4.) Subscription to Our Newsletter
Users can subscribe to the company’s newsletter by providing personal data such as email addresses. A confirmation email will be sent using the double opt-in procedure. Data collected during registration is stored for legal protection and exclusively used for newsletter delivery.
Subscribers can withdraw their consent and unsubscribe at any time.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.
5.) Newsletter Tracking
Newsletters may contain tracking pixels to analyze user behavior, such as whether an email was opened or links clicked. This data is used to optimize newsletter content. Users may revoke their consent at any time, and the data will be deleted.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR.
6.) Contact Options via the Website
When contacting us via email or contact forms, personal data provided by users are stored for processing purposes. Data is not shared with third parties.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
7.) Use of Google Analytics
The website uses Google Analytics (with IP anonymization) to analyze visitor behavior and optimize the website. Cookies are set for this purpose, and data may be transferred to servers in the USA. Users can disable cookies or install a browser add-on to prevent tracking.
For more information, please refer to Google’s privacy policy and Google Analytics Terms of Service.
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
8.) Integration of LinkedIn Components
The website incorporates LinkedIn features that may collect user data, such as browsing activity. Users can prevent data sharing by logging out of their LinkedIn accounts prior to visiting the website.
For details, see LinkedIn’s privacy policy.
9.) Integration of YouTube Components
Embedded YouTube videos may collect user data. If users are logged into their YouTube accounts, their browsing activity may be linked to their accounts. Logging out before visiting the website can prevent this.
For details, see YouTube’s privacy policy.
10.) Payment via PayPal
When using PayPal, personal data necessary for payment processing, such as name, address, and payment details, are shared with PayPal. Users may withdraw their consent, but this does not affect data necessary for transaction completion.
For details, see PayPal’s privacy policy.
V. Data Sharing with Service Providers
We may share data with carefully selected technical service providers (e.g., hosting providers, mailing services) who are bound by our instructions and contractual agreements pursuant to Article 28(3) GDPR.
VI. Retention Period of Personal Data
Personal data is stored only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or required by legal retention periods (e.g., commercial or tax law). Upon expiry of these periods, data will be deleted according to Article 17 GDPR unless otherwise required.
VII. Your Rights as a Data Subject
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