1. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to all websites accessible via *.pinoleekz.de and to any software applications developed and distributed by me.
It explains what personal data may be collected, how it is processed, and what rights you have under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed in accordance with Article 6 of the GDPR on the following legal grounds:
- Article 6(1)(a) GDPR – Consent, where you have given clear permission (for example when contacting me).
- Article 6(1)(b) GDPR – Contractual necessity, where processing is required to provide requested services.
- Article 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interests, such as maintaining the security and functionality of my website and software.
3. Information I Collect
3.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you contact me directly, I may collect:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Your telephone number (if provided)
- The content of your message
- Any attachments you choose to send
This data is collected solely for the purpose of responding to your enquiry.
3.2 Automatically Collected Data (Log Files)
When you visit my website, certain information may be automatically recorded by the hosting provider. This may include:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- Date and time of access
- Referring and exit pages
- Number of clicks
This information is not used to personally identify you. It is processed for security, system stability, and statistical analysis purposes.
3.3 Software Log Files
My software applications may generate local log files to ensure functionality and assist with troubleshooting. These logs:
- May record certain actions performed within the application
- May include technical information such as error reports or stack traces
- Are stored locally on your device
- Are not transmitted to me unless you explicitly choose to share them
4. How I Use Your Information
Personal data may be used for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain my website and software
- To respond to enquiries and support requests
- To improve functionality and user experience
- To ensure system security and prevent misuse
I do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.
5. Cookies
My website may use cookies to enhance usability and functionality.
Cookies may store information such as user preferences or session information. You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
If additional third-party services requiring consent are used, appropriate cookie consent mechanisms will be implemented.
6. Third-Party Services
My website or software may rely on external service providers, such as hosting providers or content delivery services.
Where such services process personal data on my behalf, they do so under data processing agreements in accordance with Article 28 GDPR.
I encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services used.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.
If you contact me, your data will be stored only for as long as required to process your request, unless statutory retention periods apply.
8. Your Rights Under the GDPR
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- The right of access (Article 15 GDPR)
- The right to rectification (Article 16 GDPR)
- The right to erasure (Article 17 GDPR)
- The right to restriction of processing (Article 18 GDPR)
- The right to data portability (Article 20 GDPR)
- The right to object (Article 21 GDPR)
- The right to withdraw consent at any time (Article 7(3) GDPR)
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact me.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. In Germany, this is the competent State Data Protection Authority (Landesdatenschutzbehörde).
9. Data Security
I implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.
Any updates will be published on this page and will take effect immediately upon publication.
Initially created on: 20201-08-02
Last updated on: 2026-02-19
