Privacy statement

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Data protection is of particular importance to the management of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH. The use of the websites of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH is generally possible without any indication of personal data. However, if a data subject wishes to use special services of our company via our website, the processing of personal data may become necessary. If the processing of personal data is required and no legal basis exists for such processing, we generally obtain the consent of the data subject.

The processing of personal data, such as the name, address, email address, or telephone number of a data subject, is always carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and in compliance with the country-specific data protection regulations applicable to Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH. Through this privacy policy, our company wishes to inform the public about the nature, scope, and purpose of the personal data collected, used, and processed by us. Furthermore, data subjects are informed through this privacy policy about their rights.

Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH, as the data controller, has implemented numerous technical and organizational measures to ensure the most complete protection of personal data processed through this website. However, internet-based data transmissions can generally have security vulnerabilities, so absolute protection cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, it is up to each data subject to transmit personal data to us through alternative means, such as by phone.

1. Definitions
The privacy policy of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH is based on the terminology used by the European legislator when enacting the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our privacy policy is intended to be easy to read and understand for the public, as well as for our customers and business partners. To ensure this, we would like to explain the terminology used beforehand.

In this privacy policy, we use the following terms, among others:

  • a) Personal data
    Personal data is any information that relates to an identified or identifiable natural person (hereinafter "data subject"). A natural person is considered identifiable if they can be identified, directly or indirectly, especially by reference to an identifier such as a name, identification number, location data, an online identifier, or one or more specific characteristics that express the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of that natural person.

    b) Data subject
    A data subject is any identified or identifiable natural person whose personal data is processed by the data controller.

    c) Processing
    Processing is any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as the collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure or destruction of personal data.

    d) Restriction of processing
    Restriction of processing is marking stored personal data to limit its future processing.

    e) Profiling
    Profiling is any form of automated processing of personal data which involves using personal data to evaluate certain personal aspects related to a natural person, particularly to analyze or predict aspects concerning their work performance, economic situation, health, personal preferences, interests, reliability, behavior, location, or movements.

    f) Pseudonymization
    Pseudonymization is the processing of personal data in such a way that personal data can no longer be attributed to a specific data subject without the use of additional information, provided that such additional information is kept separately and is subject to technical and organizational measures that ensure the personal data cannot be assigned to an identified or identifiable natural person.

    g) Controller or data controller
    The controller or data controller is the natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body that alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. Where the purposes and means of such processing are determined by Union law or the law of member states, the controller or the criteria for its designation may be laid down in Union law or the law of member states.

    h) Processor
    A processor is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or other body that processes personal data on behalf of the controller.

    i) Recipient
    A recipient is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency, or another body to whom personal data is disclosed, regardless of whether it is a third party or not. Authorities which may receive personal data under a particular investigation mandate under Union law or the law of member states are not considered recipients.

  • j) Third party
    A third party is any natural or legal person, authority, agency, or other body, except for the data subject, the data controller, the processor, and persons who are authorized to process personal data under the direct responsibility of the data controller or processor.

    k) Consent
    Consent is any freely given, informed, and unambiguous indication of the data subject’s wishes, expressed by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, which signifies agreement to the processing of personal data relating to them.

    1. Name and address of the data controller

    The data controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), other applicable data protection laws in the EU member states, and other privacy-related regulations is:

    Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH
    Baiertalerstr. 115
    69168 Wiesloch
    Germany

    Phone: +49 6222 9275-0
    Email: hessler-kalkwerk@t-online.de
    Website: www.hessler-kalkwerk.de

    1. Hosting

    This website is hosted by an external service provider (host). The personal data collected on this website will be stored on the servers of the host. This may include IP addresses, contact inquiries, meta and communication data, contractual data, contact data, names, website access data, and other data generated via a website. The use of the host is for the purpose of fulfilling contracts with our potential and existing customers (Art. 6 (1) b GDPR) and in the interest of providing a secure, fast, and efficient online service by a professional provider (Art. 6 (1) f GDPR). Our host will process your data only to the extent necessary to fulfill its service obligations and will follow our instructions regarding this data.

    Our service provider is:
    Enterra GmbH
    Carl-Benz-Straße 5
    68723 Schwetzingen
    Germany

    Phone: +49 (0)6202 5740 110
    Fax: +49 (0)6202 5740 109
    Email: info(at)enterra.de
    Website: www.enterra.de

    1. Cookies

    The website of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored and saved on a computer system via an internet browser.

    Numerous websites and servers use cookies. Many cookies contain a so-called cookie ID, which is a unique identifier for the cookie. It consists of a string of characters that enables websites and servers to assign a particular internet browser that has stored the cookie. This allows the visited websites and servers to distinguish the individual browser of the data subject from other internet browsers that contain other cookies. A specific internet browser can be recognized and identified through the unique cookie ID.

    By using cookies, Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH can provide users with more user-friendly services that would not be possible without the setting of cookies.

    Cookies allow us to optimize the information and offers on our website according to the user’s preferences. As mentioned above, cookies enable us to recognize users of our website. The purpose of this recognition is to make it easier for users to navigate our website. For example, a user does not have to enter login credentials every time they visit the site because the site retrieves these from the cookie stored on the user’s computer system. Another example is the cookie for a shopping cart in an online shop. The online shop remembers the items placed in the virtual shopping cart via a cookie.

    The data subject can prevent the setting of cookies at any time by adjusting the settings in the browser they use, thereby permanently objecting to the setting of cookies. Furthermore, cookies that have already been set can be deleted at any time via an internet browser or other software programs. This is possible in all common internet browsers. If the data subject disables the setting of cookies in the browser they use, some functions of our website may not be fully usable.

    1. Collection of general data and information

    Each time the website of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH is accessed by a data subject or an automated system, a series of general data and information is collected. This general data and information is stored in the server’s log files. It may include the (1) browser types and versions used, (2) the operating system of the accessing system, (3) the website from which an accessing system arrives at our website (so-called referrer), (4) the sub-websites accessed on our website by an accessing system, (5) the date and time of access to the website, (6) an Internet Protocol address (IP address), (7) the internet service provider of the accessing system, and (8) other similar data and information that serves to prevent danger in case of attacks on our information technology systems.

    When using this general data and information, Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH does not draw any conclusions about the data subject. This information is needed to (1) correctly deliver the content of our website, (2) optimize the content of our website and the advertising for it, (3) ensure the permanent functionality of our information technology systems and the technology of our website, and (4) provide the necessary information to law enforcement authorities in case of a cyber attack. These anonymous data and information are evaluated by Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH statistically and further with the aim of increasing the data protection and data security in our company, ultimately ensuring an optimal level of protection for the personal data we process. The anonymous data in the server log files is stored separately from all personal data provided by a data subject.

    1. Contact possibilities via the website

    The website of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH contains information that allows for quick electronic contact with our company, including a general electronic mail (e-mail) address. If a data subject contacts the data controller via e-mail or a contact form, the personal data transmitted by the data subject is automatically stored. Such personal data voluntarily transmitted by a data subject to the data controller will be stored for the purpose of processing or contacting the data subject. This personal data will not be shared with third parties.

    1. Routine erasure and blocking of personal data

    The data controller processes and stores personal data of the data subject only for the period necessary to achieve the storage purpose or as required by the European regulations or another legislator in laws or regulations to which the data controller is subject.

    Once the storage purpose is no longer applicable or a storage period prescribed by the European regulations or another competent legislator expires, the personal data will be routinely blocked or erased in accordance with legal requirements.

    1. Rights of the data subject
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a) Right to Confirmation

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to request from the data controller a confirmation as to whether personal data concerning them is being processed. If a data subject wishes to exercise this right to confirmation, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time.

b) Right to Information

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to obtain from the data controller, at any time, free information about the personal data stored concerning them and a copy of that information. Furthermore, the European legislator has granted the data subject the right to be informed about the following:

  • The purposes of the processing
  • The categories of personal data being processed
  • The recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data has been disclosed or will be disclosed, particularly recipients in third countries or international organizations
  • If possible, the planned duration for which the personal data will be stored, or, if that is not possible, the criteria for determining that duration
  • The existence of the right to rectify or erase the personal data concerning them or to restrict processing by the controller or of the right to object to such processing
  • The existence of the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
  • If the personal data was not collected from the data subject: all available information on the source of the data
  • The existence of automated decision-making, including profiling, according to Article 22, paragraphs 1 and 4 GDPR, and—at least in these cases—meaningful information about the logic involved, as well as the scope and the intended consequences of such processing for the data subject

Moreover, the data subject has the right to be informed whether personal data has been transferred to a third country or to an international organization. If that is the case, the data subject also has the right to obtain information about the appropriate safeguards related to the transfer.

If a data subject wishes to exercise this right to information, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time.

c) Right to Rectification

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to obtain the immediate rectification of inaccurate personal data concerning them. Furthermore, the data subject has the right, taking into account the purposes of the processing, to request the completion of incomplete personal data—also by means of an additional declaration.

If a data subject wishes to exercise this right to rectification, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time.

d) Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to request from the controller the immediate erasure of personal data concerning them, if one of the following reasons applies and processing is not necessary:

  • The personal data was collected or otherwise processed for purposes for which it is no longer necessary.
  • The data subject withdraws their consent on which the processing is based according to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR or Art. 9(2)(a) GDPR, and there is no other legal basis for the processing.
  • The data subject objects to the processing according to Art. 21(1) GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing, or the data subject objects to the processing according to Art. 21(2) GDPR.
  • The personal data has been unlawfully processed.
  • The erasure of the personal data is required for the fulfillment of a legal obligation under Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject.
  • The personal data was collected in relation to offered information society services under Art. 8(1) GDPR.

If one of the above reasons applies and a data subject wishes to request the erasure of personal data stored by Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time. The employee of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will ensure that the erasure request is promptly fulfilled.

If the personal data was made public by Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH and the company, as the controller, is required under Art. 17(1) GDPR to erase the personal data, Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will take reasonable steps, considering the available technology and implementation costs, including technical measures, to inform other controllers processing the published personal data that the data subject has requested the erasure of all links to, or copies or replications of, the personal data, to the extent that processing is not necessary. The employee of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will take the necessary steps on a case-by-case basis.

e) Right to Restriction of Processing

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to request from the controller the restriction of processing if one of the following applies:

  • The accuracy of the personal data is contested by the data subject, for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the personal data.
  • The processing is unlawful, the data subject objects to the erasure of the personal data and requests the restriction of its use instead.
  • The controller no longer needs the personal data for processing, but the data subject requires it for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.
  • The data subject has objected to the processing according to Art. 21(1) GDPR and it has not yet been determined whether the legitimate grounds of the controller override those of the data subject.

If one of the above conditions applies and a data subject wishes to request the restriction of personal data stored by Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time. The employee of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will ensure that the processing restriction is applied.

f) Right to Data Portability

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to receive the personal data concerning them, which they have provided to a controller, in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. They also have the right to transmit those data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to whom the personal data has been provided, provided that the processing is based on consent according to Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR or Art. 9(2)(a) GDPR or on a contract according to Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR and the processing is carried out by automated means, unless the processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller.

Additionally, the data subject has the right to request the direct transmission of personal data from one controller to another, where technically feasible, and provided that this does not affect the rights and freedoms of others.

To exercise the right to data portability, the data subject may contact any employee of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH at any time.

g) Right to Object

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to object to the processing of personal data concerning them, based on their particular situation, at any time, to the processing of personal data which is carried out on the basis of Art. 6(1)(e) or (f) GDPR. This also applies to profiling based on these provisions.

Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will no longer process the personal data in the event of an objection, unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override the interests, rights, and freedoms of the data subject, or the processing is necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims.

If Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH processes personal data for direct marketing purposes, the data subject has the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data for such marketing purposes. This includes profiling insofar as it is related to such direct marketing. If the data subject objects to the processing for direct marketing purposes, Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will cease processing the personal data for such purposes.

Furthermore, the data subject has the right to object, for reasons related to their particular situation, to the processing of personal data for scientific or historical research purposes or statistical purposes under Art. 89(1) GDPR, unless such processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out for reasons of public interest.

To exercise the right to object, the data subject may contact any employee of Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH.

h) Automated Decisions in Individual Cases, Including Profiling

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning them or similarly significantly affects them, unless the decision (1) is necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract between the data subject and the controller, or (2) is authorized by Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject, and such law provides for appropriate measures to safeguard the data subject's rights, freedoms, and legitimate interests, or (3) is based on the explicit consent of the data subject.

If the decision (1) is necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract between the data subject and the controller or (2) is based on the explicit consent of the data subject, Hessler Kalkwerke GmbH will implement appropriate measures to protect the rights, freedoms, and legitimate interests of the data subject, which at least include the right to obtain human intervention from the controller, to express their point of view, and to contest the decision.

If the data subject wishes to exercise rights related to automated decisions, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time.

i) Right to Withdraw Consent

Every data subject has the right granted by the European legislator to withdraw their consent to the processing of personal data at any time.

If the data subject wishes to exercise their right to withdraw consent, they may contact any employee of the data controller at any time.

  1. Legal Basis for Processing

Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR serves as the legal basis for processing operations where consent is obtained for a specific processing purpose. If the processing of personal data is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, such as in the case of processing activities necessary for the delivery of goods or provision of services, the processing is based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR. The same applies to processing operations that are necessary for the performance of pre-contractual measures, such as inquiries regarding our products or services. If our company is subject to a legal obligation requiring the processing of personal data, such as for tax obligations, the processing is based on Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR. In rare cases, processing of personal data may be necessary to protect vital interests of the data subject or another natural person. This would be the case, for example, if a visitor to our premises were to be injured and their name, age, health insurance data, or other vital information had to be disclosed to a doctor, a hospital, or other third parties. In this case, the processing would be based on Art. 6(1)(d) GDPR. Finally, processing operations may be based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. This legal basis is used for processing operations not covered by any of the above legal bases, if the processing is necessary to protect a legitimate interest of our company or a third party, provided that the interests, fundamental rights, and freedoms of the data subject do not outweigh those interests. Such processing operations are specifically allowed by the European legislator, as it was considered that a legitimate interest may exist when the data subject is a customer of the controller (Recital 47, sentence 2 GDPR).

  1. Legitimate Interests Pursued by the Controller or a Third Party

If processing of personal data is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, our legitimate interest is the conduct of our business activities for the benefit of the well-being of all our employees and stakeholders.

  1. Duration of Personal Data Storage

The criterion for the duration of personal data storage is the respective legal retention period. After this period expires, the respective data will be routinely deleted, unless it is still required for contract fulfillment or pre-contractual activities.

  1. Legal or Contractual Obligations to Provide Personal Data; Necessity for Contract Conclusion; Obligation of the Data Subject to Provide Personal Data; Consequences of Non-Providing

We inform you that the provision of personal data is partly required by law (e.g., tax regulations) or may arise from contractual arrangements (e.g., information about the contractual partner). It may also be necessary to provide personal data for a contract conclusion. The data subject is obliged to provide personal data when we conclude a contract with them. Failure to provide personal data would mean that the contract cannot be concluded. Before providing personal data, the data subject must consult with one of our employees, who will clarify whether the provision of personal data is legally or contractually required or necessary for contract conclusion, whether there is an obligation to provide personal data, and the consequences of not providing personal data.

  1. Existence of Automated Decision-Making

As a responsible company, we do not use automated decision-making or profiling.

This privacy statement was created with the assistance of the Privacy Statement Generator by the DGD Deutsche Gesellschaft für Datenschutz GmbH

This privacy policy was created using the privacy policy generator of DGD Deutsche Gesellschaft für Datenschutz GmbH, which serves as the external data protection officer in Dresden, in cooperation with the data protection lawyer Christian Solmecke.