Datenschutz
Privacy Policy
1. General Information and Principles of Data Processing
We are pleased that you are visiting our website. The protection of your privacy and your personal data, the so-called personal data, when using our website is an important concern for us.
Personal data according to Art. 4 No. 1 GDPR are all information that relates to an identified or identifiable natural person. This includes, for example, information such as your first and last name, your address, your telephone number, your email address, but also your IP address.
Data that cannot be associated with your person, such as through anonymization, are not considered personal data. Processing (e.g., collecting, storing, reading, querying, using, transmitting, deleting, or destroying) according to Art. 4 No. 2 GDPR always requires a legal basis or your consent. Processed personal data must be deleted once the purpose of processing has been achieved and no statutory retention obligations need to be observed.
Here you will find information about the handling of your personal data when visiting our website. To provide the functions and services of our website, it is necessary that we collect personal data about you.
We also explain the type and scope of the respective data processing, the purpose, and the corresponding legal basis, as well as the respective storage duration.
This privacy policy applies only to this website. It does not apply to other websites to which we merely refer via a hyperlink. We cannot take responsibility for the confidential handling of your personal data on these third-party websites, as we have no influence on whether these companies comply with data protection regulations. Please refer directly to these websites for information on how these companies handle your personal data.
2. Responsible Entity
The entity responsible for the processing of personal data on this website is (see imprint):
Pixara
Altstädtische Große Heidestraße 4
14770 Brandenburg
Email: service@pixara.de
3. Provision and Use of the Website/Server Log Files
a) Type and Scope of Data Processing
When you use this website without otherwise transmitting data to us (e.g., through registration or using the contact form), we collect technically necessary data via server log files that are automatically transmitted to our server, including:
- IP address
- Date and time of the request
- Name and URL of the retrieved file
- Website from which access is made (Referrer URL)
- Access status/HTTP status code
- Browser type
- Language and version of the browser software
- Operating system
b) Purpose and Legal Basis
This processing is technically necessary to display our website to you. We also use the data to ensure the security and stability of our website.
The legal basis for this processing is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f) GDPR. The processing of the aforementioned data is necessary for the provision of a website and thus serves to protect a legitimate interest of our company.
c) Storage Duration
As soon as the aforementioned personal data are no longer required to display the website, they will be deleted. The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files are mandatory for the operation of the website. Therefore, the user has no right to object in this regard. Further storage may occur in individual cases if this is required by law.
4. Use of Cookies
a) Type, Scope, and Purpose of Data Processing
We use cookies. Cookies are small files that are sent from our website to your device's browser during your visit and stored there.
Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of technically necessary cookies. Other cookies allow us to perform various analyses. Some cookies can recognize the browser you are using when you return to our website and transmit various pieces of information to us. We use cookies to facilitate and improve the use of our website. For example, cookies allow us to make our internet offer more user-friendly and effective by tracking your usage of our website and identifying your preferred settings (e.g., country and language settings). If third parties process information via cookies, they collect the information directly through your browser. Cookies do not cause any damage to your device. They cannot run programs and do not contain viruses. Various types of cookies are used on our website, the type and function of which are explained below.
Temporary Cookies/Session Cookies
Our website uses temporary cookies or session cookies, which are automatically deleted when you close your browser. This type of cookie makes it possible to record your session ID. This allows various requests from your browser to be assigned to a common session, making it possible to recognize your device during subsequent visits to the website.
Permanent Cookies
Our website uses permanent cookies. Permanent cookies are cookies that are stored in your browser for a longer period and can transmit information. The respective storage duration varies depending on the cookie. You can delete permanent cookies via your browser settings.
Third-Party Cookies
We use analytical cookies to monitor anonymized user behavior on our website.
We also use advertising cookies. These cookies can track user behavior for advertising and targeted marketing purposes.
Social media cookies allow you to connect to your social networks and share content from our website within your networks.
Configuration of Browser Settings
Most web browsers are set to accept cookies automatically. However, you can configure your browser to accept only certain cookies or none at all. Please note that you may not be able to use all functions of our website if cookies are disabled.
You can also delete cookies that are already stored in your browser via your browser settings. Furthermore, it is possible to set your browser to notify you before cookies are stored. Since different browsers can vary in their respective functionalities, please refer to the help menu of your browser for the corresponding configuration options.
Disabling the use of cookies may require the storage of a permanent cookie on your computer. If you delete this cookie later, you must disable it again.
b) Legal Basis
Due to the described purposes of use, the legal basis for the processing of personal data using cookies is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f) GDPR. If you have given us your consent to the use of cookies based on a notice ("cookie banner") provided by us on the website, the legal basis is additionally Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a) GDPR.
c) Storage Duration
Once the data transmitted to us via the cookies are no longer required for the purposes described above, these informations will be deleted. Further storage may occur in individual cases if required by law.
5. Data Collection for the Implementation of Pre-Contractual Measures and Contract Fulfillment
a) Type and Scope of Data Processing
In the pre-contractual area and upon conclusion of the contract, we collect personal data about you. This includes, for example, your first and last name, address, email address, telephone number, or bank account details.
b) Purpose and Legal Basis of Data Processing
We collect and process this data exclusively for the purpose of contract execution or to fulfill pre-contractual obligations.
The legal basis for this is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b) GDPR. If there is additional consent from you, the additional legal basis is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a) GDPR.
c) Storage Duration
The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required for the purpose of their processing.
There may be statutory retention obligations, such as commercial or tax retention obligations under the Commercial Code (HGB) or the Tax Code (AO). If such retention obligations exist, we will block or delete your data at the end of these retention periods.
7. Registration Option
a) Type and Scope of Data Processing
You can register on our website. When you register, we collect and store the data that you enter in the input mask (e.g., last name, first name, email address). There is no transfer of data to third parties.
b) Purpose and Legal Basis of Data Processing
Your registration is necessary for the use of certain content and services on our website or for the fulfillment of a contract or for the implementation of pre-contractual measures. After registration, you are free to change the personal data provided during registration at any time or to have them completely deleted from the data stock of the responsible entity.
The legal basis for processing is, in the case of consent, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a) GDPR. If your registration serves the preparation of a contract conclusion, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b) GDPR is an additional legal basis.
c) Storage Duration
The data collected during registration will be stored by us as long as you are registered on our website and will subsequently be deleted. Statutory retention periods remain unaffected.
8. Data Transfer
We only transfer your personal data to third parties if:
a) You have given your explicit consent for this pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a) GDPR.
b) This is legally permissible and necessary for the fulfillment of a contractual relationship with you or for the implementation of pre-contractual measures pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b) GDPR.
c) There is a legal obligation for the transfer pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c) GDPR.
We are legally obliged to transmit data to government authorities, e.g., tax authorities, social security carriers, health insurance companies, regulatory authorities, and law enforcement agencies.
d) The transfer is necessary pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f) GDPR to safeguard legitimate business interests, as well as for the assertion, exercise, or defense of legal claims, and there is no reason to assume that you have an overriding legitimate interest in the non-disclosure of your data.
e) We use external service providers as processors pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR, who are obligated to handle your data with care.
We use such service providers in the areas of:
- IT
- Logistics
- Fullfilment
When transmitting data to external entities in third countries, i.e., outside the EU or the EEA, we ensure that these entities treat your personal data with the same level of care as within the EU or the EEA. We only transfer personal data to third countries where the EU Commission has confirmed an adequate level of protection or if we ensure careful handling of the personal data through contractual agreements or other suitable guarantees.
9. Contact Form
a) Type and Scope of Data Processing
On our website, we offer you the opportunity to contact us via a provided form. As part of the submission process of your inquiry via the contact form, reference is made to this privacy policy to obtain your consent.
When you use the contact form, the following personal data will be processed:
- Last name
- Email address
- Subject
- Telephone number (optional)
- Content of the message
b) Purpose and Legal Basis
Your email address is required to respond to your inquiry via email. When using the contact form, your personal data will not be passed on to third parties.
The legal basis for the processing is your consent according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a) GDPR, based on the following voluntarily given and revocable consent declaration:
c) Storage Duration
The data you enter in the contact form will remain with us until you request us to delete it, revoke your consent to store it, or the purpose for storing the data no longer applies (e.g., after your inquiry has been processed).
Mandatory statutory provisions – especially retention periods according to the Commercial Code (HGB) or the Tax Code (AO) – remain unaffected.
10. Contact Options via Email
Our website provides you with the option to contact us via email.
a) Type and Scope of Data Processing
You can contact us via email. Our data collection is limited to the email address of the email account you use to contact us and any personal data you voluntarily provide as part of the contact process.
b) Purpose and Legal Basis
The purpose of data processing is to be able to respond appropriately to your inquiry. The legal basis for this is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f) GDPR. There is a legitimate interest in processing the aforementioned personal data to be able to handle your inquiry appropriately.
c) Storage Duration
The duration of the storage of the aforementioned data depends on the background of your contact. Your personal data will be regularly deleted if the purpose of the communication no longer applies and storage is no longer necessary. This may result, for example, from the processing of your inquiry.
11. Tracking and Analysis Tools
An exact overview of the web analysis and social media tools we use can be found here.
12. Data Security and Safeguards
We are committed to protecting your privacy and treating your personal data confidentially. We take extensive technical and organizational security precautions, which are regularly reviewed and adapted to technological progress.
This includes, among other things, the use of recognized encryption procedures (SSL or TLS). However, data disclosed unencrypted, for example, if this is done via unencrypted email, may potentially be read by third parties. We have no influence on this. It is the responsibility of the respective user to protect the data they provide through encryption or other means against misuse.
13. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this statement as necessary at any time.
14. Your Rights
Here you will find your rights regarding your personal data. Details can be found in Articles 7, 15-22, and 77 GDPR. You can contact the responsible entity mentioned in section 2 regarding these rights.
Right to Withdraw Your Data Protection Consent According to Art. 7 Para. 3 Sentence 1 GDPR
You can withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time with effect for the future. The lawfulness of the processing carried out based on the consent until the withdrawal remains unaffected.
a) Right of Access According to Art. 15 GDPR
You have the right to request confirmation of whether we process personal data concerning you. If this is the case, you have the right to information about this personal data and further information, such as the processing purposes, the categories of processed personal data, the recipients, and the planned duration of storage or the criteria for determining the duration.
b) Right to Rectification and Completion According to Art. 16 GDPR
You have the right to request the correction of incorrect data without delay. Taking into account the purposes of the processing, you have the right to request the completion of incomplete data.
c) Right to Erasure (“Right to Be Forgotten”) According to Art. 17 GDPR
You have the right to erasure if the processing is not necessary. This is the case, for example, if your data is no longer necessary for the original purposes, you have withdrawn your data protection consent, or the data was unlawfully processed.
d) Right to Restriction of Processing According to Art. 18 GDPR
You have the right to request the restriction of processing, for example, if you believe that the personal data is incorrect.
e) Right to Data Portability According to Art. 20 GDPR
You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
f) Right to Object According to Art. 21 GDPR
You have the right to object at any time, for reasons arising from your particular situation, to the processing of certain personal data concerning you.
In the case of direct marketing, you, as the data subject, have the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you for such advertising purposes; this also applies to profiling, insofar as it is related to such direct marketing.
g) Automated Decision-Making in Individual Cases Including Profiling According to Art. 22 GDPR
You have the right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing – including profiling – except in the exceptional circumstances mentioned in Art. 22 GDPR.
Automated decision-making based solely on automated processing – including profiling – does not take place.
h) Right to Lodge a Complaint with a Supervisory Authority According to Art. 77 GDPR
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority at any time, for example, if you believe that the data processing is not in accordance with data protection regulations.