Privacy Policy

I. Controller

The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws is:

Dr. von Göler Verlagsgesellschaft mbH
Friedrichstr. 155
10117 Berlin
Germany

Phone: +49 30 214800770

E-mail: Info@Dr.von-Goeler.de

Website: https://GmbHG.kommentar.de/
 

II. General Information on Data Processing

1. Scope of the Processing of Personal Data

We collect and process the personal data of our users only to the extent necessary to provide a functional website and our content and services. As a general rule, personal data is processed only with the user's consent. Exceptions apply where obtaining prior consent is not feasible for factual reasons and where the processing of data is permitted by applicable law.

2. Legal Basis for the Processing of Personal Data

Where we obtain the data subject's consent for the processing of personal data, the legal basis is Article 6(1)(a) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Where the processing of personal data is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, the legal basis is Article 6(1)(b) GDPR. This also applies to processing operations necessary for carrying out pre-contractual measures.

Where the processing of personal data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which our company is subject, the legal basis is Article 6(1)(c) GDPR.

Where processing is necessary in order to protect the vital interests of the data subject or another natural person, the legal basis is Article 6(1)(d) GDPR.

Where processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by our company or by a third party, and those interests are not overridden by the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject, the legal basis is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

3. Data Erasure and Storage Period

Personal data will be erased or blocked as soon as the purpose for which it was stored no longer applies.

Data may be stored beyond this period where required by European Union regulations, national legislation, or other legal provisions to which the controller is subject.

Data will also be blocked or erased once a statutory retention period expires, unless continued storage is necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract.
 

III. Provision of the Website and Creation of Log Files

1. Description and Scope of Data Processing

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

The following data may be collected:

1. Browser type and version
2. Operating system
3. Internet service provider
4. IP address
5. Date and time of access
6. Website from which the user accessed our website
7. Websites accessed by the user's system via our website

This information is also stored in our server log files. It is not stored together with any other personal data relating to the user.

2. Legal Basis

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

3. Purpose of Processing

The temporary storage of the IP address is necessary in order to deliver the website to the user's device.

For this purpose, the user's IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session.

The storage of data in log files is necessary to ensure the functionality of the website. The data also enables us to optimise our website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. No evaluation of the data for marketing purposes takes place.

These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest pursuant to Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

4. Storage Period

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required for the purpose for which it was collected.

Where data is collected for the provision of the website, this is the case once the respective session has ended.

Where data is stored in log files, it will be deleted after no more than seven days. Longer storage is possible where IP addresses are deleted or anonymised so that they can no longer be attributed to the accessing user.

5. Right to Object

The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files are essential for the operation of the website.

Consequently, users have no right to object to this processing.

IV. Web Analytics with Matomo

We use the open-source web analytics software Matomo to generate anonymous statistical reports on the use of our website. Matomo is hosted exclusively on our own servers.

Matomo is configured to provide the highest possible level of privacy protection. In particular, no analytics cookies are used, your IP address is anonymized before it is stored, no user profiles are created, and no data is transferred to third parties.

The data is processed solely for the purpose of generating anonymous usage statistics, identifying technical issues, and continuously improving our website and services. It is not possible for us to identify individual users from the collected data.

The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interest pursuant to Article 6(1)(f) GDPR in the privacy-friendly analysis and optimization of our website.

You may object to the anonymous statistical processing of your visit at any time by using the opt-out function below. If you activate the opt-out, an opt-out cookie will be stored in your browser to ensure that your future visits are no longer included in our anonymous statistics. This cookie serves exclusively to store your objection.
 

V. Registration

Our website currently does not offer a user registration function. Accordingly, no personal data is processed in connection with user registration.
 

VI. Contact Form and E-mail Contact

1) Description and Scope of Data Processing

Our website provides a contact form that can be used to contact us electronically. If you use this contact form, the information entered into the input fields will be transmitted to us and stored.

When the message is sent, the following additional data is also collected:

1. The user's IP address
2. Date and time of the request

By submitting the contact form, the data you provide will be processed solely for the purpose of handling your enquiry. Further information on the processing of your personal data can be found in this Privacy Policy.

Alternatively, you may contact us via the e-mail address provided. In this case, the personal data transmitted with your e-mail will be stored.

Your personal data will not be disclosed to third parties in this context. The data will be used exclusively for processing your enquiry.

2) Legal Basis for Processing

The legal basis for processing personal data submitted via the contact form is Article 6(1)(b) GDPR where the enquiry is related to the conclusion or performance of a contract.

In all other cases, processing is based on our legitimate interest pursuant to Article 6(1)(f) GDPR in responding to enquiries efficiently.

The legal basis for processing personal data transmitted by e-mail is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR. If the e-mail communication is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis is Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

3) Purpose of Processing

The personal data entered into the contact form is processed solely for the purpose of responding to your enquiry.

Where contact is made by e-mail, this also constitutes our legitimate interest in processing the data.

The additional personal data collected during the submission process is processed to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

4) Storage Period

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required for the purpose for which it was collected.

Personal data submitted via the contact form or by e-mail will be deleted once the respective communication has been concluded. A communication is deemed to have concluded when the circumstances indicate that the matter has been finally resolved.

The additional personal data collected during the submission process will be deleted no later than seven days after collection.

5) Right to Object and Removal

You may object at any time to the processing of your personal data where such processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.

If you contact us by e-mail, you may object to the storage of your personal data at any time. In such a case, we will no longer be able to continue processing your enquiry.

If you have a user account, you may delete your personal data at any time via the "My Account" section. Alternatively, you may contact us by e-mail at info@dr-von-goeler.de.

In this case, all personal data stored in connection with your enquiry will be deleted.