Privacy Policy

I. Name and Address of the Controller

The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other national data protection laws of the EU member states, as well as other data protection provisions, is:

Laden + Innenausbau Markstahler + Barth GmbH
Im kleinen Bruch 3,
76149 Karlsruhe,
Germany
Phone: +49 721 97820-0
Email: hello@qubicon.de
Website: www.qubicon.de

II. Name and Address of the Data Protection Officer

The Data Protection Officer of the controller is:
Mr./Ms. XX
Im kleinen Bruch 3,
76149 Karlsruhe,
Germany
Phone: +49 721 97820-0
Email: datenschutz@qubicon.de

III. General Information on Data Processing

1. Scope of Processing of Personal Data

We only process personal data of our users where this is necessary to provide a functioning website and our content and services. The processing of personal data of our users generally only takes place with the user’s consent. An exception applies in cases where prior consent cannot be obtained for factual reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by legal regulations.

2. Legal Basis for the Processing of Personal Data

Where we obtain the consent of the data subject for the processing of personal data, Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR serves as the legal basis.
For the processing of personal data necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR serves as the legal basis. This also applies to processing necessary for pre-contractual measures.
Where processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation to which our company is subject, Art. 6 (1) lit. c GDPR serves as the legal basis.
If the processing is necessary in order to protect the vital interests of the data subject or another natural person, Art. 6 (1) lit. d GDPR serves as the legal basis.
If processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by our company or a third party and such interests are not overridden by the interests or fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject, Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR serves as the legal basis.

3. Data Deletion and Storage Duration

The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of storage ceases to apply. Storage may also take place if this is provided for by European or national legislators in EU regulations, laws, or other provisions to which the controller is subject. Data will also be blocked or deleted if a storage period prescribed by the aforementioned standards expires, unless there is a need for further storage of the data for the conclusion or performance of a contract.t.

IV. 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 is collected:

Request (access)
IP address
Browser type
Browser language
Date and time of access

This data is also stored in the log files of our system. This data is 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 log files is Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable the website to be delivered to the user's computer. For this purpose, the user's IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session.
Log file storage is carried out to ensure the functionality of the website. Additionally, the data helps us to optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. No analysis of the data for marketing purposes is carried out in this context.
These purposes also represent our legitimate interest in data processing according to Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.

4. Duration of Storage

When visiting the website, our servers automatically store the information transmitted by your browser. This includes the request (access), IP address, browser type and language, and date and time of access.
This information is used for technical analysis, network maintenance, and to combat misuse. It is automatically deleted after 3 months.

5. Objection and Removal Possibility

The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files is essential for the operation of the website. Therefore, there is no possibility for the user to object.

V. Use of Cookies

a) Description and Scope of Data Processing

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the user’s internet browser or by the browser on the user's computer system. When a user accesses a website, a cookie may be stored on the user’s operating system. This cookie contains a unique string that enables the browser to be recognized when the website is revisited.
We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the accessing browser can be identified even after a page change.

The following data is stored and transmitted in the cookies:

Language settings
Log-in information

In addition, we use cookies that enable an analysis of users’ browsing behavior. The following data may be transmitted:

Entered search terms
Frequency of page views
Use of website functions

The data collected in this way is pseudonymized through technical precautions. Therefore, the data can no longer be assigned to the accessing user. This data is not stored together with other personal data of the user.
Users are informed about the use of cookies for analysis purposes via an info banner when accessing our website and are referred to this privacy policy. The banner also explains how the storage of cookies can be disabled in the browser settings.

b) Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for processing personal data using cookies is Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.
The legal basis for processing personal data using technically necessary cookies is also Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.
For cookies used for analysis purposes, the legal basis is the user’s consent in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR.

c) Purpose of Data Processing

The use of technically necessary cookies aims to simplify website use for users. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without cookies. For these, it is necessary for the browser to be recognized after a page change.
We require cookies for the following applications:

Retaining language settings
Remembering search terms

The user data collected through technically necessary cookies is not used to create user profiles.
Analysis cookies are used to improve the quality of our website and its content. Through these cookies, we learn how the website is used and can continuously optimize our offering.
These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing under Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.

d) Storage Duration, Objection and Removal Options

Cookies are stored on the user’s device and transmitted to our site. Therefore, you as the user have full control over the use of cookies. You can disable or restrict the transmission of cookies by changing your browser settings. Already stored cookies can be deleted at any time. This can also be automated. If cookies are disabled for our website, some functions may no longer be fully available.

Cookies are usually stored for the duration of the current session, i.e., until the browser is closed. In some cases, they may remain stored beyond this time.

VI. Identification via Session Cookies

When a user logs in, a cookie is automatically set to recognize the browser (a so-called session cookie). As a result, the password only needs to be entered once during the session. Most browsers accept cookies, but you can configure your browser to reject all cookies. In that case, the platform may not function properly. Cookies can be deleted at any time. If deleted, login credentials will need to be re-entered on the next visit.

VII. Advertising and Analysis Cookies

Third-party services are used on the website for advertising, analysis, and quality assurance purposes. These providers may set cookies (third-party cookies) and/or tracking pixels (web beacons) to display regionally or thematically relevant ads during browsing.
Third-party cookies can be blocked in most browser settings. However, this may impair the functionality of certain sites (e.g., forums). Alternatively, cookie usage by third parties can be disabled by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative’s opt-out page, where further information on disabling advertising and targeting cookies is provided.

VIII. Third-Party Services Used / Web Analytics

Log Information:

When visiting the website, our servers automatically store the information your browser sends. This includes the request (access), IP address, browser type and language, and the date and time of access. The information is used to analyze and maintain the technical operation of our servers and network, and to combat abuse. This data is deleted automatically after 3 months.

Google Analytics:

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses “cookies”, which are text files stored on your computer, to help analyze how you use the website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this website is usually transmitted to a Google server in the USA and stored there.

If IP anonymization is activated on this website, your IP address will be shortened beforehand by Google within member states of the European Union or other contracting states of the EEA Agreement. Only in exceptional cases will the full IP address be transmitted to a Google server in the USA and shortened there.

On behalf of the website operator, Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services relating to website and internet usage.
The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics is not merged with other Google data.
You can prevent cookies from being stored by adjusting your browser software settings. However, please note that you may not be able to use all features of this website in full if you do so.
You can also prevent Google from collecting data generated by the cookie and related to your use of the website (including your IP address) and from processing this data by downloading and installing the browser plug-in available at the following link:
http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

You can also disable tracking by Google Analytics on this website by clicking a provided link (not shown here). This sets an opt-out cookie to prevent future data collection when visiting this website.

For more information on terms of use and privacy, see the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.
This website uses Google Analytics with the extension “_anonymizeIp()” to ensure anonymized collection of IP addresses.

Google reCAPTCHA

We also use the reCAPTCHA service provided by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA (“Google”) to verify whether data entries on our website (e.g., in a contact form) are made by a human or an automated program.
This involves sending your IP address and potentially other data required by Google for the reCAPTCHA service.
This processing is carried out based on our legitimate interest in preventing abuse and spam (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR).
Google LLC is certified under the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield, ensuring an adequate level of data protection.

For more information on Google reCAPTCHA and Google’s privacy policy, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

IX. Encryption

We use TLS encryption (https) on our websites through the “Let’s Encrypt” service. Integrating these certificates enables encrypted transmission of data, protecting communication from unauthorized third-party access.

X. 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 is transmitted to us:
Name, Company, Street, Postal Code, City, Telephone, Fax, Email, Message Note
Additionally, the following data is collected during registration:
(1) IP address of the accessing computer
(2) Date and time of registration
During the registration process, your consent is obtained for the processing of your data and reference is made to this privacy policy.
If you purchase goods or services on our website and provide your email address in the process, it may subsequently be used by us to send a newsletter. In such a case, the newsletter will only contain direct advertising for our own similar goods or services.
No data is passed on to third parties in connection with data processing for newsletter dispatch. The data is used exclusively for sending the newsletter.

2. Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for the processing of data after the user has subscribed to the newsletter is Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR if the user has given their consent.
The legal basis for sending the newsletter as a result of the sale of goods or services is § 7 (3) UWG (German Act Against Unfair Competition).

3. Purpose of Data Processing

The collection of the user's email address is used to deliver the newsletter.
The collection of other personal data during the registration process serves to prevent misuse of the services or the used email address.

4. Duration of Storage

The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for achieving the purpose for which it was collected. Accordingly, the user's email address is stored as long as the subscription to the newsletter is active.

5. Right to Object and Deletion Option

The subscription to the newsletter can be canceled at any time by the user concerned. A corresponding link is provided in every newsletter for this purpose.

XI. Contact Form and Email Contact

1. Description and Scope of Data Processing

There is a contact form on our website which can be used for electronic communication. If a user makes use of this option, the data entered into the input form is transmitted to us and stored. This data includes:
Name, Company, Street, Postal Code, City, Telephone, Fax, Email (required), Message (required)
At the time the message is sent, the following data is also stored:
• Date and time of submission
Your consent is obtained for the processing of data during the submission process and reference is made to this privacy policy.
Alternatively, contact can be made via the provided email address. In this case, the personal data transmitted with the email will be stored.
No data is passed on to third parties in this context. The data is used exclusively for processing the conversation.

2. Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for the processing of the data is Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR if the user has given consent.
The legal basis for the processing of data transmitted in the course of sending an email is Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR. If the email contact aims to conclude a contract, then an additional legal basis is Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

The processing of personal data from the input form is solely used to process the contact request. In the case of contact via email, this also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in processing the data.
Other personal data processed during the submission process is used to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

4. Duration of Storage

The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for achieving the purpose of its collection. For personal data from the contact form and those sent via email, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is considered ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the relevant matter has been conclusively clarified.

5. Right to Object and Deletion Option

The user has the option to revoke their consent to the processing of personal data at any time. If the user contacts us via email, they can object to the storage of their personal data at any time. In such a case, the conversation cannot be continued.
All personal data stored in the course of the contact will be deleted in this case.

XII. Rights of the Data Subject

If your personal data is 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 can request confirmation from the controller as to whether personal data concerning you is being processed.
If such processing is taking place, you can request the following information from the controller:
(1) the purposes for which the personal data is processed;
(2) the categories of personal data being processed;
(3) the recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data concerning you has been disclosed or will be disclosed;
(4) the planned duration of storage of the personal data concerning you or, if specific information is not available, criteria for determining the storage period;
(5) the existence of a right to rectification or erasure of personal data concerning you, a right to restriction of processing by the controller, or a right to object to such processing;
(6) the existence of a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority;
(7) all available information on the origin of the data, if the personal data is not collected from the data subject;
(8) the existence of automated decision-making including profiling under Art. 22 (1) and (4) GDPR and – at least in these cases – meaningful information about the logic involved, as well as the significance and envisaged consequences of such processing for the data subject.
You have the right to be informed whether personal data concerning you is transferred to a third country or an international organization. In this context, you may request to be informed about the appropriate safeguards under Art. 46 GDPR relating to the transfer.

2. Right to Rectification

You have the right to obtain from the controller the rectification and/or completion of personal data concerning you if it is incorrect or incomplete. The controller must make the correction without undue delay.

3. Right to Restriction of Processing

You can request the restriction of the processing of your personal data under the following conditions:
(1) if you contest the accuracy of the personal data for a period enabling the controller to verify its accuracy;
(2) the processing is unlawful and you oppose the erasure of the personal data and request the restriction of its use instead;
(3) the controller no longer needs the personal data for the purposes of the processing, but you need it for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims; or
(4) if 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 yours.
If processing of your personal data has been restricted, such data – apart from storage – may only be processed with your consent or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims or to protect the rights of another natural or legal person or for reasons of important public interest of the Union or of a Member State.
If processing has been restricted under the above conditions, you will be informed by the controller before the restriction is lifted.

4. Right to Erasure

a) Obligation to Erase

You may request the controller to erase personal data concerning you without undue delay, and the controller is obligated to erase such data immediately where one of the following grounds applies:
(1) The personal data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or otherwise processed.
(2) You withdraw your consent on which the processing is based according to Art. 6 (1) lit. a or Art. 9 (2) lit. a GDPR, 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 has been unlawfully processed.
(5) The erasure of personal data is required for compliance with a legal obligation under Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject.
(6) The personal data has been collected in relation to the offer of information society services pursuant to Art. 8 (1) GDPR.

b) Information to Third Parties

If the controller has made the personal data public and is obliged to erase it pursuant to Art. 17 (1) GDPR, they shall, taking account of available technology and the cost of implementation, take reasonable steps, including technical measures, to inform other controllers processing the personal data that the data subject has requested the erasure of any links to, or copies or replications of, that personal data.

c) Exceptions

The right to erasure does not apply to the extent that processing is necessary:
(1) for exercising the right of freedom of expression and information;
(2) for compliance 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 in accordance with Art. 9 (2) lit. h and i and Art. 9 (3) GDPR;
(4) for archiving purposes in the public interest, scientific or historical research purposes or statistical purposes pursuant to Art. 89 (1) GDPR, where the right referred to in section a) is likely to render impossible or seriously impair the achievement of the objectives of that processing; or
(5) for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.

5. Right to Notification

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

6. Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you, which you have provided to the controller, in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format. You also have the right to transmit that data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to whom the personal data was provided, where:
(1) the processing is based on consent pursuant to Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR or Art. 9 (2) lit. a GDPR or on a contract pursuant to Art. 6 (1) lit. 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 transmitted directly from one controller to another, where technically feasible. This must not adversely affect the rights and freedoms of others.
The right to data portability does not apply to processing 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 have the right to object at any time, on grounds relating to your particular situation, to the processing of personal data concerning you which is based on Art. 6 (1) lit. e or f GDPR; this also applies to profiling based on those provisions.
The controller shall no longer process the personal data unless they demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override your interests, rights and freedoms, or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.
Where personal data is processed for direct marketing purposes, you have the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you for such marketing, including profiling to the extent it is related to such direct marketing.
If you object to processing for direct marketing purposes, the personal data will no longer be processed for such purposes.
You have the option to exercise your right to object by automated means using technical specifications in connection with the use of information society services, notwithstanding Directive 2002/58/EC.

8. Right to Withdraw 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 based on consent before 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 does not apply if the decision:
(1) is necessary for entering into, or performance of, a contract between you and the controller,
(2) is authorized by Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject and which also lays down suitable measures to safeguard your rights, freedoms and legitimate interests, or
(3) is based on your explicit consent.
However, such decisions must not be based on special categories of personal data referred to in Art. 9 (1) GDPR unless Art. 9 (2) lit. a or g GDPR applies and suitable measures to safeguard the data subject’s rights and freedoms and legitimate interests are in place.
In the cases referred to in (1) and (3), the controller must implement suitable measures to safeguard your rights and freedoms and legitimate interests, at least the right to obtain human intervention, express your point of view and contest the decision.

10. Right to Lodge a Complaint with a Supervisory Authority

UWithout prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, particularly in the Member State of your residence, workplace or place of the alleged infringement, if you believe that the processing of personal data relating to you infringes the GDPR.
The supervisory authority with which the complaint has been lodged shall inform the complainant of the progress and outcome of the complaint including the possibility of a judicial remedy pursuant to Art. 78 GDPR.

11. Currency and Changes to this Privacy Policy

This privacy policy is currently valid and is as of May 2018.
Due to the further development of our website, new services, or changes in legal or regulatory requirements, it may become necessary to change this privacy policy.

Website Analytics (WIX Statistics)

When you visit our website, we collect information about your usage through a web analytics tool provided by our hosting service. This tool collects and combines your IP address and user agent, shortens them, and stores this data using a hash function. In this process, a visitor identifier is created, encrypted with a randomly generated value (SALT) that changes every 24 hours. This method ensures that your IP address cannot be reconstructed from the stored visitor identifier, thereby preserving your anonymity. Furthermore, we do not combine this information with other data, and it is stored only on the hosting provider’s server.

We also process web analytics data, HTTP data, and web analytics profile data. The web analytics tool we use creates and stores a web analytics profile that contains details about your use of the website, such as page views, visit frequency, time spent on each page, and the user agent of your device. This includes usage data (such as visited web pages and access times) and communication data (such as browser type, operating system, and IP addresses).

By processing this data, we aim to analyze user behavior in aggregated form in order to improve the presentation and content of our website. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interest (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. (f) GDPR), particularly in conducting web measurements to improve our products and website.

The collected data is shared with our website hosting provider and processed within the EU.