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1. Controller

The controller responsible for data processing on this website is:

Jens Petzold
Rothenhof 6
91349 Egloffstein
Germany

jens ***dot*** petzold ***at*** hfm-nuernberg ***dor*** de

2. General Information

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website, purchase digital products, or use its services.

Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

3. Hosting

This website is hosted by STRATO.

When you visit this website, technical information may be automatically collected and stored in server log files. This may include:

  • IP address
  • Date and time of access
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring URL
  • Requested pages and files

This data is processed to ensure the security, stability, and proper operation of the website.

4. Digital Downloads and Orders

This website uses Easy Digital Downloads (EDD) to sell and deliver digital products.

When you place an order, the following information may be collected and processed:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Purchase details
  • Payment status
  • Download history
  • Transaction information

This information is required to process purchases, provide access to digital products, maintain records, and provide customer support.

Order-related data may be retained for legal, accounting, and tax purposes.

5. Payments via PayPal

Payments are processed through PayPal.

When you choose PayPal as your payment method, information necessary for payment processing may be transmitted to PayPal.

Such information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Payment amount
  • Transaction details

The processing of payment information is governed by PayPal’s own privacy policies and terms.

6. Forum Accounts

This website provides a private discussion forum for selected registered users.

When registering for or participating in the forum, personal data may be collected and stored, including:

  • Username
  • Email address
  • IP address
  • Profile information voluntarily provided by the user
  • Forum posts and related content

Forum content is visible only to authorized users with access to the forum.

Users may request deletion of their account and personal data by contacting the website operator, subject to legal retention obligations and legitimate administrative requirements.

7. Embedded YouTube Videos

This website contains embedded videos provided by YouTube.

When visiting pages containing YouTube content, information may be transmitted to YouTube and Google. This may include your IP address, browser information, and information about pages visited on this website.

If you are logged into a Google account, Google may associate your interaction with YouTube content with your account.

For more information, please consult Google’s Privacy Policy.

8. Cookies

This website uses cookies and similar technologies that are necessary for its operation.

Cookies may be used to:

  • Maintain login sessions
  • Remember user preferences
  • Support shopping and download functionality
  • Ensure website security and stability

You may configure your browser to block or delete cookies. However, some website functions may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

9. Contact by Email

If you contact the website operator by email, the information you provide will be used solely for processing your inquiry and any follow-up communication.

The data will not be shared with third parties unless required by law.

10. Data Retention

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide website services
  • Process purchases
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Certain data may be retained for longer periods where required by applicable tax, accounting, or legal regulations.

11. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of personal data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability where applicable

Requests regarding personal data may be sent to:

[EMAIL ADDRESS]

12. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a competent data protection supervisory authority if you believe that the processing of your personal data violates applicable data protection laws.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.

The current version will always be available on this website.