Privacy Policy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data when you use our online platform dedicated to providing detailed information about German Umweltplakette requirements. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our service, we may collect personal data including but not limited to your name, contact information, and any other data you voluntarily provide through contact forms or inquiries. We also collect technical information automatically, such as IP addresses, browser type, and usage data, to improve and optimize the user experience.
Use of Personal Data
Your information is processed solely for the purposes of providing you with relevant information about environmental compliance, responding to your inquiries, improving our service, and fulfilling any legal obligations. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on your consent, the necessity to perform contractual obligations, legitimate interests in maintaining and improving the service, and compliance with legal requirements under GDPR.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object to processing, and data portability. You may also withdraw your consent at any time where processing is based on consent. To exercise these rights, you can contact us via postal mail at the address provided below.
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Despite these precautions, no method of transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as completely secure.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our platform uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and provide personalized content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Necessary cookies that enable core functions of the site are always active.
Third-Party Services
We may collaborate with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our platform and providing services. These providers are contractually obliged to handle your data securely and only according to our instructions.
International Data Transfers
Any transfer of your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) will be conducted in compliance with GDPR requirements, ensuring an adequate level of protection through appropriate safeguards.
Children’s Privacy
Our platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent. If we become aware of such data collection, we will take steps to delete the information promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us by postal mail at:
Friedrichstrasse 123
10117 Berlin
Germany
We are dedicated to respecting your privacy and ensuring transparent communication about our data handling practices. Thank you for trusting our platform to assist you with environmental compliance related to German low-emission zones.