Imprint & Privacy Policy of Engineer Glaser

I. Name and address of the controller

The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation and other national data protection laws of the Member States as well as other data protection provisions is the person named in the Imprint.

II. General information on data processing

1. Scope of processing of personal data

We process personal data of our users only to the extent necessary to provide a functioning website as well as our content and services. The processing of personal data of our users regularly takes place only after the user's consent. An exception applies in cases where obtaining prior consent is not possible for factual reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by statutory provisions.

2. Legal basis for the processing of personal data

If we obtain the consent of the data subject for processing operations of personal data, Art. 6(1)(a) of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) serves as the legal basis.

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

To the extent that processing of personal data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which our company is subject, Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR serves as the legal basis.

In the event that vital interests of the data subject or another natural person make the processing of personal data necessary, Art. 6(1)(d) GDPR serves as the legal basis.

If the processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by our company or a third party and the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject do not override the former interest, Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR serves as the legal basis for the processing.

3. Deletion of data and retention period

The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of storage ceases to apply. Storage may take place beyond that if provided for by the European or national legislator in Union regulations, laws or other provisions to which the controller is subject. Blocking or deletion of the data also takes place if a storage period prescribed by the aforementioned provisions expires, unless there is a need to continue storing the data for 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 computer system of the accessing device.

The following data are collected in this connection:

1. Information about the browser type and the version used
2. The user's operating system
3. The user's Internet service provider
4. The user's IP address
5. Date and time of access
6. Websites from which the user's system reached our website
7. Websites that are accessed by the user's system via our website

The data are also stored in the log files of our system. These data are not stored together with other personal data of the user.

2. Legal basis for data processing

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

3. Purpose of the data processing

The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to deliver the website to the user's computer. For this purpose, the user's IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session.
Logging is performed to ensure the functionality of the website. In addition, the data serve to technically optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. An evaluation of the data for marketing purposes does not take place in this context.

Our legitimate interest in data processing pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR also lies in these purposes.

4. Duration of storage

The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. In the case of collecting data to provide the website, this is the case when the respective session has ended.
In the case of storing data in log files, this is the case after at most seven days. Further storage is possible. In this case, the users' IP addresses will be deleted or altered so that an assignment to the calling client is no longer possible.

5. Right to object and removal options

The collection of data to provide the website and the storage of data in log files are essential for the operation of the website. Therefore, the user has no possibility to object.

IV. Use of cookies

1. Description and scope of data processing

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the web browser or by the web browser on the user's computer system. When a user accesses a website, a cookie can be stored on the user's operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string that enables a unique identification of the browser when the website is accessed again.
We use cookies to make our website functional. Some elements of our website require that the calling browser can still be identified after a page change.
The following data is stored and transmitted in the cookies:

1. Language settings
2. Items in a shopping cart
3. Log-in information

In addition, we use cookies on our website that enable an analysis of users' surfing behavior.
In this way, the following data can be transmitted:

1. Entered search terms
2. Frequency of page views
3. Use of website functions

When our website is accessed, the user is informed about the use of cookies for analysis purposes and his consent to the processing of the personal data used in this context is obtained. In this context, reference is also made to this privacy policy.

2. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for processing personal data using cookies for analysis purposes is, if the user has given the relevant consent, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR.
The legal basis for processing personal data using technically necessary cookies is otherwise Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to enable users to use websites. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these, it is necessary that the browser is recognized again after changing pages.
We require cookies for the following applications:

1. Shopping cart
2. Adoption of language settings
3. Log-in information

The user data collected by technically necessary cookies are not used to create user profiles.
The use of analytics cookies is for the purpose of improving the quality of our website and its content. Through the analytics cookies we learn how the website is used and can continuously optimize our offerings.
These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in the subsequent processing of personal data pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

4. Storage duration, objection and deletion options

Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted by it to our site. Therefore, as a user you also have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your web browser you can disable or restrict the storage of cookies. Cookies already stored can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it may no longer be possible to use all functions of the website in full.

V. Newsletter

1. Description and scope of data processing

On our website there is the possibility to subscribe to a free newsletter. When registering for the newsletter, the data from the input form are transmitted to us.
In addition, the following data are collected during registration:

1. IP address of the requesting computer
2. Date and time of registration

For the processing of the data, your consent is obtained as part of the registration process and reference is made to this privacy policy.

If you purchase goods or services on our website and provide your e-mail address, this can subsequently be used by us to send a newsletter. In such a case, the newsletter will contain only direct advertising for our own similar goods or services.

In connection with the data processing for sending newsletters, no data are passed on to third parties. The data are used exclusively for sending the newsletter.

2. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for processing the data after the user registers for the newsletter is, if the user has given consent, Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

The legal basis for sending the newsletter as a result of the sale of goods or services is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The collection of the user's e-mail address serves to deliver the newsletter.

The collection of other personal data as part of the registration process serves to prevent misuse of the services or the email address used.

4. Duration of storage

The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. The user's email address is therefore stored as long as the newsletter subscription is active.

Other personal data collected during the registration process are generally deleted after a period of seven days.

5. Right to object and deletion options

The affected user may cancel the newsletter subscription at any time. For this purpose, there is a corresponding link in every newsletter.

This also enables a revocation of the consent to the storage of the personal data collected during the registration process.

VI. Registration

1. Description and scope of data processing

On our website we offer users the option to register by providing personal data. The data are entered into an input form, transmitted to us and stored. The data are not passed on to third parties. The data provided during registration are collected as part of the registration process.
The following data are also stored at the time of registration:

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

As part of the registration process, the user's consent to the processing of this data is obtained.

2. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR if the user has given consent.

If the registration serves to fulfill a contract to which the user is a party or to carry out pre-contractual measures, the additional legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

Registration of the user is required to provide certain content and services on our website.

Registration of the user is also required to fulfill a contract with the user or to carry out pre-contractual measures.

4. Duration of storage

The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected.

This applies to the data collected during the registration process if the registration on our website is cancelled or changed.

This applies to the data collected during the registration process to fulfill a contract or to carry out pre-contractual measures when the data are no longer necessary for the performance of the contract. Even after the contract has been completed, it may be necessary to retain personal data of the contractual partner in order to comply with contractual or legal obligations.

5. Right to object and deletion options

As a user, you have the option at any time to terminate the registration. You can have the data stored about you changed at any time. To do so, contact us using the contact details provided in the imprint.
If the data is required to fulfill a contract or to carry out pre-contractual measures, premature deletion of the data is only possible to the extent that contractual or legal obligations do not oppose deletion.

VII. Contact form and e-mail contact

1. Description and scope of data processing

There is a contact form on our website that can be used for electronic contact. If a user uses this option, the data entered in the input mask will be transmitted to us and stored.

At the time the message is sent, the following data are also stored:

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

For the processing of the data, your consent is obtained as part of the sending process and reference is made to this privacy policy.

Alternatively, contact can be made via the provided e-mail address. In this case, the personal data of the user transmitted with the e-mail will be stored.

No transfer of the data to third parties takes place in this context. The data are used exclusively for processing the conversation.

2. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the processing of the data is, if the user has given consent, Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

The legal basis for the processing of the data transmitted in the course of sending an e-mail is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. If the e-mail contact is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The processing of the personal data from the input mask serves us solely to process the contact request. In the case of contact by e-mail, the necessary legitimate interest in the processing of the data also exists.

The other personal data processed during the sending process serve to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

4. Duration of storage

The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. For the personal data from the input mask of the contact form and those that were sent by e-mail, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is ended when the circumstances indicate that the matter in question has been finally resolved.

The personal data additionally collected during the sending process will be deleted at the latest after a period of seven days.

5. Right to object and removal option

The user has the option at any time to withdraw his consent to the processing of personal data. If the user contacts us by e-mail, he may object to the storage of his personal data at any time. In such a case, the conversation cannot be continued.
All personal data that were stored in the course of the contact will be deleted in this case.

VIII. Web analysis by Matomo (formerly PIWIK)

Matomo offers various options for web analysis. This tool offers the possibility of operating without setting cookies and only with anonymized or without IP addresses. Consequently, consent requirements then do not apply. The explanation presented below represents the standard case in which cookies are set.

1. Scope of processing of personal data

We use the open-source software tool Matomo (formerly PIWIK) on our website to analyze our users' browsing behavior. The software sets a cookie on the users' computer (see above for cookies). When individual pages of our website are accessed, the following data are stored:

1. Two bytes of the IP address of the requesting system of the user
2. The page accessed
3. The website from which the user reached the accessed page (referrer)
4. The subpages accessed from the accessed page
5. The time spent on the page
6. The frequency of visits to the page

The software runs exclusively on the servers of our website. Personal data of users are only stored there. There is no transfer of the data to third parties.
The software is configured so that IP addresses are not stored in full, but 2 bytes of the IP address are masked (e.g.: 192.168.xxx.xxx). In this way, mapping the shortened IP address to the requesting computer is no longer possible.

2. Legal basis for the processing of personal data

The legal basis for processing users' personal data is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The processing of users' personal data enables us to analyze our users' browsing behavior. By evaluating the collected data we are able to compile information about the use of individual components of our website. This helps us to continuously improve our website and its user-friendliness. These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in processing the data pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. By anonymizing the IP address, the users' interest in the protection of their personal data is adequately safeguarded.

4. Duration of storage

The data are deleted as soon as they are no longer needed for our recording purposes.

5. Right to object and removal options

Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted by it to our site. Therefore, as a user you also have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser you can disable or restrict the storage of cookies. Cookies already stored can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, not all functions of the website may be usable in full.

IX. Integration of external services

Embedding YouTube videos

We embed videos from the YouTube service on our website, an offering of Google LLC (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland). When playing a video, your browser automatically transmits data such as IP address, browser type, operating system, date/time and interactions to the YouTube servers. YouTube may also use cookies and similar technologies. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in providing multimedia content). Because YouTube sets tracking cookies, we obtain your consent beforehand. You can withdraw your consent at any time in our cookie settings. Data are transferred to the USA; Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework ("Privacy Shield"). For further information, please see Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy. You have all data subject rights under the GDPR.

Embedding Vimeo videos

We embed videos from the Vimeo service on our website. The provider is Vimeo.com, Inc., 330 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001, USA. As soon as you start such a video, your browser automatically establishes a connection to the Vimeo servers. In particular, your IP address, information about browser/operating system, date and time of access, and your interactions (e.g., start, pause) are transmitted. Vimeo uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. The embedded player stores, among others, the cookie "vuid" (storage duration ≈ 2 years, purpose = usage statistics) and "player" (≈ 1 year, purpose = storing your player settings); further technically necessary cookies may be added, e.g., for bot protection.
The legal basis for the integration is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in an appealing, multimedia presentation of our offerings). Because the Vimeo player may set cookies for reach and usage analysis, we obtain your explicit consent prior to loading the player pursuant to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. You can withdraw this consent at any time in the cookie settings of our website with effect for the future.
By using the player, personal data are transferred to the USA. Vimeo is a participant in the EU-US Data Privacy Framework and is thus certified for transatlantic data transfer pursuant to Art. 45 GDPR.
More information about data processing by Vimeo can be found in the provider’s privacy policy at https://vimeo.com/privacy. You have all data subject rights under the GDPR (access, rectification, deletion, restriction of processing, data portability, complaint to a supervisory authority).

Integration of Google Maps

On our website we use the Google Maps mapping service provided by Google LLC (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland). Each time the map is loaded, your browser automatically transmits data such as IP address, browser type, geolocation data (if granted), date/time and cookies to Google servers. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in an interactive map display). Your prior consent is required because Google Maps may set tracking cookies. You can withdraw consent at any time in our cookie settings. Data are transferred to the USA; Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework (“Privacy Shield”). More information: https://policies.google.com/privacy. Data subject rights: access, rectification, deletion, restriction of processing, data portability, objection.

Integration of OpenStreetMap

Our website uses OpenStreetMap, provided by the OpenStreetMap Foundation (65 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4PF, United Kingdom). When the map is loaded, only map data (tile images, scripts) are retrieved from the OpenStreetMap server; personal data are only collected if you agree to share your device’s location. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in map display). OpenStreetMap does not set tracking cookies, so no consent is required. The servers are located in Europe; no transfer of data to third countries takes place. More information: https://osmfoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy. Data subject rights: access, rectification, deletion, restriction of processing, data portability, objection.

Integration of tawk.to chat

On our website we use the live chat service tawk.to, a service of tawk.to Inc. (187 East Warm Springs Rd, SB298, Las Vegas, Nevada 89119, USA). When the chat widget is loaded, data such as IP address, browser type, operating system, date/time of access and, if applicable, location data and cookies are automatically transmitted to tawk.to. Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in direct user communication). Because tawk.to sets cookies, your consent for this is required and can be withdrawn at any time via our cookie banner. Data are transferred to the USA; tawk.to participates in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, the UK Extension to the EU-U.S. DPF and the Swiss-U.S. DPF. More information can be found in tawk.to’s privacy policy at https://www.tawk.to/privacy-policy/. You have the rights provided for in the GDPR (access, rectification, deletion, restriction of processing, data portability, objection).

Integration of Google Fonts

We use fonts ("Google Web Fonts") from Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland on our website to improve readability and a consistent appearance of our pages. The font files are only loaded after you have expressly consented to the relevant category ("Fonts/External Media") via our consent banner. Only after your consent does your browser connect to the domains fonts.googleapis.com and fonts.gstatic.com; your IP address and certain technical information (e.g. browser type, operating system and referrer URL) are transmitted to Google in the USA. The legal basis for this data processing is your voluntary consent pursuant to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR, given solely for the stated purpose. You can withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by clicking "Change settings" in the cookie banner or by deleting the corresponding cookies in your browser. Details on the retention period and scope of the data processed by Google can be found in Google’s privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy. For more information about your rights and general privacy information, please refer to the other sections of this privacy policy.

Integration of Google Analytics (GA4)

We use the web analytics tool Google Analytics version 4 based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). The service provider is Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA; for Europe Google Ireland Ltd., Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland acts on its behalf. The purpose of processing is to statistically evaluate user behavior on our website, measure reach and continuously optimize our content.
For this purpose, Google Analytics stores, among other things, device and browser information, pseudonymized user IDs, pages visited, dwell time, click paths, coarse location data and events defined by us (e.g. scroll depth or video views). The IP address is truncated (so-called IP anonymization) before any further processing within the EU or EEA so that it can no longer be attributed to a specific person.
The collected information may be transferred to and processed on Google servers in the USA. Google bases these transfers on the EU standard contractual clauses; additionally, there is a data processing agreement with Google pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR. By default, user and event data are stored for 14 months and then automatically deleted or anonymized; different retention periods are documented by us in the Google Analytics interface.
You can withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by disabling the "Statistics" category in our cookie banner. In addition, Google offers a browser add-on to deactivate Google Analytics at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. The lawfulness of processing carried out until revocation remains unaffected.

X. Rights of the data subject

If personal data about you are processed, you are a data subject within the meaning of the GDPR and you have the following rights vis-à-vis the controller:

1. Right of access

You may request from the controller confirmation as to whether personal data concerning you are being processed by us.
If such processing is taking place, you may request from the controller information about the following:

1. the purposes for which the personal data are processed;
2. the categories of personal data that are being processed;
3. the recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data concerning you have been or will be disclosed;
4. the intended period for which the personal data concerning you will be stored or, if not possible, the criteria used to determine that period;
5. the existence of a right to request rectification or erasure of personal data concerning you, a right to restriction of processing by the controller or a right to object to processing;
6. the existence of a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority;
7. all available information about the origin of the data, if the personal data were not collected from the data subject;
8. the existence of automated decision-making including profiling pursuant to Art. 22(1) and (4) GDPR and - at least in those cases - meaningful information about the logic involved as well as the significance and the envisaged consequences of such processing for the data subject.

You have the right to request information about whether the personal data concerning you are transferred to a third country or to an international organisation. In this context you may request to be informed about the appropriate safeguards pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR in connection with the transfer.
This right of access may be restricted to the extent that it is likely to render the achievement of the research or statistical purposes impossible or seriously impair it and the restriction is necessary for the fulfilment of the research or statistical purposes.
Your right of access in AI-based data processing extends to processing activities and functionalities of the AI systems used for the data processing.

2. Right to rectification

You have the right to obtain rectification and/or completion from the controller where the personal data processed concerning you are inaccurate or incomplete. The controller shall rectify the data without undue delay.
Your right to rectification may be restricted to the extent that it is likely to render the achievement of the research or statistical purposes impossible or seriously impair it and the restriction is necessary for the fulfilment of the research or statistical purposes.

3. Right to restriction of processing

Under the following conditions you may request the restriction of processing of the personal data concerning you:

1. where you contest the accuracy of the personal data concerning you for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the personal data;
2. the processing is unlawful and you oppose the erasure of the personal data and request instead the restriction of their use;
3. the controller no longer needs the personal data for the purposes of the processing, but you require them for the establishment, exercise or defence of legal claims; or
4. where you have objected to processing pursuant to Art. 21(1) GDPR and it is not yet clear whether the legitimate grounds of the controller override your grounds.

Where the processing of personal data concerning you has been restricted, such data - apart from their storage - shall only be processed with your consent or for the establishment, exercise or defence of legal claims or for the protection of the rights of another natural or legal person or for reasons of important public interest of the Union or of a Member State.
Where the restriction of processing has been restricted pursuant to the above conditions, you shall be informed by the controller before the restriction is lifted.
Your right to restriction of processing may be restricted to the extent that it is likely to render the achievement of the research or statistical purposes impossible or seriously impair it and the restriction is necessary for the fulfilment of the research or statistical purposes.

4. Right to erasure

a) Obligation to erase

You may request that the controller erase without undue delay the personal data concerning you and the controller shall be obliged to erase such data without undue delay where one of the following grounds applies:

1. The personal data concerning you are no longer necessary for the purposes for which they were collected or otherwise processed.
2. You withdraw your consent on which the processing pursuant to Art. 6(1)(a) or Art. 9(2)(a) GDPR was based, and there is no other legal ground for the processing.
3. You object to the processing pursuant to Art. 21(1) GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing, or you object to the processing pursuant to Art. 21(2) GDPR.
4. The personal data concerning you have been unlawfully processed.
5. Erasure of the personal data concerning you is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation under Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject.
6. The personal data concerning you were collected in relation to information society services offered in accordance with Art. 8(1) GDPR.

b) Information to third parties

If the controller has made the personal data concerning you public and is obliged under Art. 17(1) GDPR to erase them, they shall, taking into account available technology and the cost of implementation, take reasonable measures, including technical measures, to inform controllers who are processing the personal data that you, as the data subject, have requested the erasure of all links to those personal data or of copies or replications of those personal data.

c) Exceptions

The right to erasure does not apply insofar as the processing is necessary

1. for the exercise of the right to freedom of expression and information;
2. to comply with a legal obligation which requires processing under Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject, or for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller;
3. for reasons of public interest in the area of public health pursuant to Art. 9(2)(h) and (i) and Art. 9(3) GDPR;
4. for archiving purposes in the public interest, scientific or historical research purposes or statistical purposes in accordance with Art. 89(1) GDPR, insofar as the right referred to in paragraph a) is likely to render impossible or seriously impair the achievement of the objectives of that processing, or
5. for the establishment, exercise or defence of legal claims.

5. Right to be informed

If you have exercised the right to rectification, erasure or restriction of processing against the controller, the controller shall communicate any rectification or erasure of personal data or restriction of processing to each recipient to whom the personal data have been disclosed, unless this proves impossible or involves disproportionate effort.
You shall have the right to be informed by the controller about those recipients.

6. Right to data portability

You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you, which you have provided to a controller, in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format. You also have the right to transmit those data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to whom the personal data have been provided, provided that

1. the processing is based on consent pursuant to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR or Art. 9(2)(a) GDPR or on a contract pursuant to Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR and
2. the processing is carried out by automated means.

In exercising this right you also have the right to have the personal data concerning you transmitted directly from one controller to another, where technically feasible. The rights and freedoms of others shall not be adversely affected.
The right to data portability shall not apply to the processing of personal data necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller.

7. Right to object

You shall have the right to object at any time, on grounds relating to your particular situation, to processing of personal data concerning you which is based on Art. 6(1)(e) or (f) GDPR; this shall also apply to profiling based on those provisions.

The controller shall no longer process the personal data concerning you unless the controller demonstrates compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override your interests, rights and freedoms, or for the establishment, exercise or defence of legal claims.

Where personal data are processed for direct marketing purposes, you shall have the right to object at any time to processing of personal data concerning you for such marketing, which includes profiling to the extent that it is related to such direct marketing.

If you object to processing for direct marketing purposes, the personal data concerning you shall no longer be processed for such purposes.

You shall have the right, in the context of the use of information society services - notwithstanding Directive 2002/58/EC - to exercise your right to object by automated means using technical specifications.

You also have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, to the processing of personal data concerning you which is carried out for scientific or historical research purposes or statistical purposes pursuant to Article 89(1) GDPR.

Your right to object may be restricted insofar as the processing is likely to render impossible or seriously impair the achievement of the research or statistical purposes and the restriction is necessary for the fulfilment of those research or statistical purposes.

8. Right to withdraw the data protection consent

You have the right to withdraw your data protection consent at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out on the basis of the consent prior to its withdrawal.

9. Automated individual decision-making, including profiling

You have the right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you. This shall not apply if the decision

1. is necessary for the entering into or performance of a contract between you and the controller,
2. is authorised by Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject and that law provides for suitable measures to safeguard your rights and freedoms and legitimate interests, or
3. is based on your explicit consent.

However, such decisions shall not be based on special categories of personal data referred to in Article 9(1) GDPR, unless Article 9(2)(a) or (g) GDPR applies and suitable measures to safeguard your rights and freedoms and legitimate interests have been taken.

In the cases referred to in points (1) and (3) the controller shall implement suitable measures to safeguard your rights and freedoms and legitimate interests, which shall include at least the right to obtain human intervention on the part of the controller, to express your point of view and to contest the decision.

10. Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Without prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the Member State of your habitual residence, place of work or the place of the alleged infringement, if you consider that the processing of personal data relating to you infringes the GDPR.
The supervisory authority with which the complaint was lodged shall inform the complainant about the progress and the outcome of the complaint including the possibility of a judicial remedy pursuant to Article 78 GDPR.