Privacy Policy

1) Introduction and Controller Contact Information

We are pleased that you are visiting our website and thank you for your interest. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your personal information when you use our website.
“Personal data” means information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be associated with you.

Controller under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Rene Lehmann
Seidnitzer Str. 2
01069 Dresden, Germany
Tel.: +49 1590 1428237
E-Mail: renegrycner@gmail.com

Since our services are also directed to users in the United States, you may have additional privacy rights under state laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).

2) Data Collection When Visiting Our Website

2.1 Server Log Files

When accessing our website for informational purposes only, we collect the following technical data transmitted by your browser:

  • Visited website
  • Date and time of access
  • Amount of data sent in bytes
  • Referring website (source URL)
  • Browser used
  • Operating system used
  • IP address (possibly anonymized)

Processing occurs pursuant to Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR based on our legitimate interest in website stability and functionality. No disclosure or other use of the data will take place unless there are indications of unlawful use.

2.2 SSL / TLS Encryption

For security reasons and to protect the transmission of confidential content, our website uses SSL or TLS encryption. A secure connection is indicated by “https://” and the lock icon in your browser.

3) Hosting & Content Delivery

Our website content is hosted on servers located within the European Union. A Data Processing Agreement ensures that your data is processed securely and not shared with unauthorized third parties.

4) Cookies

We use cookies to make your visit more user‑friendly. Session cookies are deleted after closing your browser, while persistent cookies may remain for longer.
If cookies involve personal data, the legal basis is Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR (performance of a contract), Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR (consent), or Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest in functionality).

You can configure your browser to be notified before cookies are stored, to accept cookies case by case, or to reject them altogether. Please note that disabling cookies may reduce website functionality.

5) Contact

When contacting us (via contact form or email), the personal data you provide is processed solely for responding to your inquiry.
Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest) or Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR (contract initiation).

6) Comment Function

If you leave comments, we store your username, comment, timestamp, and IP address. Storing the IP helps protect against unlawful or abusive comments. Your email address may be required to contact you regarding specific concerns.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. b and lit. f GDPR.

7) Online Marketing

7.1 Google AdSense

Our website uses Google AdSense (Google Ireland Limited, Dublin, Ireland) with cookies/web beacons to display ads. Information may also be transferred to Google LLC in the US.
Use of AdSense requires prior consent under Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR. You can withdraw consent at any time via our Cookie‑Consent Tool.

Google adheres to the EU‑US Data Privacy Framework.
More information: Google Privacy

7.2 Amazon Affiliate Program

Our website participates in the Amazon EU affiliate program. Tracking cookies may be set when affiliate links are clicked to measure conversions.
Processing occurs only with your consent under Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR.

8) Web Analytics

8.1 Google Analytics 4

We use Google Analytics 4 to evaluate website usage. IP addresses are anonymized. Data may also be processed by Google LLC (US).
Data is stored for 2 months. Processing only occurs with your consent (Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR).

Additional features may include:

  • Demographics reports (age, gender, interests)
  • Google Signals (cross‑device analysis if you enable personalized ads in your Google account)
  • User IDs (if you register and log in across devices)

Google complies with the EU‑US Data Privacy Framework.

8.2 Google Tag Manager

Enables management of tracking tools but does not store data itself. Use requires consent (Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR).

9) Retargeting & Conversion Tracking

We use Google Ads Remarketing. Cookies are set in your browser to display interest-based ads.
Processing occurs only with consent (Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR).

10) Social Media Plugins

We use social plugins from Pinterest (Pinterest Europe Ltd., Dublin, Ireland). Plugins are integrated using a “2-click” or “Shariff” solution to prevent automatic data transfer when loading the site.
Data is transmitted only when you actively consent by clicking the plugin.

11) Cookie-Consent Tool

We use a tool to collect cookie consents. Technically necessary cookies ensure your preferences are saved.

12) Your Rights

Under the GDPR (for EU users):

  • Right of access (Art. 15)
  • Right to rectification (Art. 16)
  • Right to erasure (Art. 17)
  • Right to restrict processing (Art. 18)
  • Right to data portability (Art. 20)
  • Right to object (Art. 21)
  • Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7 (3))
  • Right to lodge a complaint (Art. 77)

Under the CCPA/CPRA (for California residents):

  • Right to Know: Request disclosure of categories and specific pieces of personal information.
  • Right to Delete: Ask for deletion of personal information, subject to exemptions.
  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
  • Right to Opt‑Out of Sale/Sharing: Prevent your personal information from being sold or shared for cross‑context behavioral advertising.
  • Right to Non‑Discrimination: You will not face discrimination for exercising your rights.

How to exercise these rights: Please email us at renegrycner@gmail.com or call +49 1590 1428237.

We do not knowingly sell personal information of minors under 16.

Other US State Rights

Residents of states such as Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Utah may have similar rights. Please contact us to exercise them.

13) Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by applicable law.

  • With consent: until you withdraw it.
  • For contracts: until complete fulfillment and expiration of statutory retention periods.
  • For legitimate interests: until you object, unless overriding grounds exist.
  • For direct marketing: until you object.

14) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in law or our practices. The updated version will be posted here.

Last Updated: August 17, 2025