Privacy Notice
Data Controller
The data controller within the meaning of data protection laws, in particular the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), is:
Guido Borgers
Your Rights as a Data Subject
You may exercise the following rights at any time using the contact details provided, in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Access to your data stored by us and information regarding its processing (Art. 15 GDPR),
Correction of inaccurate personal data (Art. 16 GDPR),
Erasure of your data stored by us (Art. 17 GDPR),
Restriction of data processing, provided that we are not yet permitted to delete your data due to legal obligations (Art. 18 GDPR),
Objection to the processing of your data by us (Art. 21 GDPR), and
Data portability, provided that you have consented to the data processing or have entered into a contract with us (Art. 20 GDPR).
If you have given us your consent, you may revoke it at any time with future effect.
You may lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority at any time, e.g., with the competent supervisory authority of the state where you reside or with the authority responsible for us as the data controller.
A list of supervisory authorities (for the non-public sector) with addresses can be found at: https://www.bfdi.bund.de/DE/Infothek/Anschriften_Links/anschriften_links-node.html.
Processing Activities
Collection of General Information When Visiting Our Website
Nature and Purpose of Processing
When you access our website—that is, when you do not register or otherwise submit information—general information is automatically collected. This information (server log files) includes, for example, the type of web browser, the operating system used, the domain name of your Internet service provider, your IP address, and similar details.
It is processed in particular for the following purposes:
Ensuring and evaluating system security and stability, in particular for the detection of misuse
We do not use your data to draw conclusions about your identity. However, we reserve the right to review the server log files retrospectively should there be concrete indications of unlawful use.
Legal Basis and Legitimate Interest
Processing is carried out in accordance with Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR based on our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website, as well as ensuring system security and detecting misuse.
Recipients
Recipients of the data may include technical service providers who act as data processors for the operation and maintenance of our website.
Retention Period
Data is stored in server log files in a form that allows for the identification of data subjects for a maximum of 30 days, unless a security-related incident occurs (e.g., a DDoS attack).
In the event of such an incident, server log files are stored until the security-related incident has been resolved and fully investigated.
Provision Required or Mandatory
The provision of the aforementioned personal data is neither legally nor contractually required. However, without the IP address, the service and functionality of our website cannot be guaranteed. Additionally, certain features and services may be unavailable or limited.
Objection
Please read the information below regarding your right to object under Article 21 of the GDPR.
Contact
Nature and Purpose of Processing
Our website features a contact form that can be used to contact us electronically. If a user utilizes this option, the data entered in the input form is transmitted to us and stored.
The following data is also stored at the time the message is sent:
Date and time of the request
URL from which the request was made
You can contact us using the email addresses provided. In this case, the user’s personal data transmitted via email will be stored. This includes the date and time the email was sent, the email address, IP addresses, and information about the servers involved in the email communication.
You can contact us via the phone numbers provided. In doing so, we collect log data that includes your phone number and the duration of the call.
Regardless of the chosen method of communication, we collect the content of your inquiry. Your data is stored for the purpose of individual communication with you.
Legal Basis
The processing of data is based on a legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).
Our legitimate interest in processing your data is to facilitate easy contact.
If you contact us to request a quote, the data is processed for the purpose of taking pre-contractual measures (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).
Recipients
Recipients of the data may include technical service providers who act as data processors for the operation and maintenance of our website.
Retention Period
Data is deleted no later than 90 days after the contact request has been processed.
If a contractual relationship is established, we are subject to the statutory retention periods. These generally amount to 6
If a contractual relationship is established, we are subject to statutory retention periods. These are generally 6 or 10 years for the purposes of proper accounting and tax compliance.
Provision is mandatory or necessary
The provision of your personal data is voluntary. However, we can only process your request if you provide us with the necessary data and the reason for the request.
Objection
Please read the information below regarding your right to object under Article 21 of the GDPR.
Information regarding your right to object under Article 21 of the GDPR
Right to object on grounds relating to your particular situation
You have the right to object at any time, on grounds relating to your particular situation, to the processing of personal data concerning you that is carried out pursuant to Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR (data processing based on a balancing of interests); this also applies to profiling based on this provision within the meaning of Article 4(4) of the GDPR.
If you object, we will no longer process your personal data unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing that override your interests, rights, and freedoms, or the processing is necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.
Recipient of an objection
Guido Borgers, hello@cinematic-backdrops.com
Changes to our Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy to ensure it always complies with current legal requirements or to reflect changes to our services, such as the introduction of new services. The new Privacy Policy will then apply to your next visit.
Questions Regarding Data Protection
If you have any questions regarding data protection, please send an email to the data controller listed above.
Copyright Notice
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