Privacy

1. General Information

This privacy policy informs you about the collection and processing of personal data when you visit my website byte-news.de.

Responsible for data processing:

Daniel Michels
Theodor-Heuss-Allee 20
54294 Trier
Deutschland

E-Mail: datenschutz@byte-news.de

2. Server Logfiles & Hosting

My website is hosted by webgo GmbH, Heidenkampsweg 81, 20097 Hamburg, Germany.
When you visit my website, your browser automatically transmits the following data to the Webgo server:

  • Visited page (URL)

  • Date and time of access

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Referrer URL

  • IP address (stored in anonymized form)

These data are processed by Webgo on my behalf for the operation and security of the website.
I have entered into a data processing agreement (DPA) with webgo.de in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest)

3. Cookies

I use cookies to enable certain functions on the website and to improve usability.

Technically necessary cookies are set based on Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.
For all other cookies (e.g. external content), I obtain your explicit consent.

You can change your cookie settings at any time via the cookie notice at the bottom of the screen.

Cookie management is handled using the plugin Complianz – GDPR/CCPA Cookie Consent.

4. Contact Form and E-Mail

If you contact me via the contact form or by e-mail, I store your information (name, e-mail address, message) in order to respond to your request.
I do not pass this data on to third parties.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR (contract or pre-contractual measures)

5. Comments

If you leave a comment on my blog, the following data will be stored:

  • Name

  • E-mail address (not published)

  • Timestamp

  • IP address (for spam prevention)

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

6. Analytics with Koko Analytics

I use the privacy-friendly analytics tool Koko Analytics, which does not store personal data and does not use external services.
The statistics are based solely on anonymous data.

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

7. Embedded Content (YouTube, Twitter)

My website includes content from third-party providers such as:

  • YouTube (videos)

  • Twitter/X (posts)

This content is only loaded after you have given your consent via the cookie banner.
Personal data (such as your IP address) may be transmitted to these providers – possibly to countries outside the EU.

Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR (consent)

8. Language Settings (Polylang)

To store your selected language, a cookie named pll_language is set.
This is technically necessary to display the site in your preferred language.

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

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request information about your personal data stored by me

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Request restriction of processing

  • Object to data processing

  • Lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority

10. Data Security

This website uses SSL encryption (https) to ensure the secure transmission of your data.

Effective date: May 2025

 

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