1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Gentle Giant Genesis (“we”, “us”, or “the Controller”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit our website, contact us via the contact form, or otherwise communicate with us.
We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and applicable German and European Union data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
Gentle Giant Genesis
Address: Leopoldstr. 31, 80802 Munich, Germany
Email: info@gentlegiantgenesis
Phone: +49 160 95926214
A Data Protection Officer (DPO) has not been appointed, as this is not required under applicable law.
3. Scope of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- Visitors of the website
- Individuals submitting inquiries via the contact form
- Clients and potential clients
It does not currently apply to:
Job applicants
Online shop customers
Registered user accounts
4. Personal Data We Collect
4.1 Data You Provide Voluntarily
When you contact us via the website or email, we may collect the following personal data:
- First name
- Last name
- Email address
- Message or inquiry content
Providing this data is voluntary but necessary for us to respond to your inquiry
4.2 Data Collected Automatically
Our website uses cookies and Google Analytics to collect certain technical and usage data automatically, such as:
- Anonymized IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
This data is used solely for statistical and analytical purposes to improve the website.
5. Purposes of Data Processing
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- Responding to inquiries submitted via the contact form
- Communicating with clients and potential clients
- Providing and presenting our services
- Analyzing website traffic and usage
The website is currently informational in nature. No direct marketing activities are carried out at this time
6. Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed based on the following legal grounds under Article 6 GDPR:
Art. 6(1)(a) – consent, where required (e.g., non-essential cookies)
Art. 6(1)(b) – processing necessary to take steps at the request of the data subject prior to entering into a contract
Art. 6(1)(f) – processing necessary for our legitimate interests, such as responding to inquiries and improving the website
7. Data Recipients
Personal data may be shared only to the extent necessary with:
- IT and hosting service providers (for website functionality)
- Analytics service providers (Google Analytics)
Personal data is not shared with unnecessary third parties.
8. Transfer of Data Outside the EU/EEA
The use of Google Analytics may involve the transfer of certain data to countries outside the EU/EEA.
In such cases, data transfers are carried out in compliance with GDPR requirements and are based on appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.
9. Data Retention Periods
We store personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:
- Inquiry data: up to 12 months
- Client-related communication data: for the duration of the business relationship and as required by law
- Analytical data: according to Google Analytics retention settings
No marketing data is stored, as direct marketing activities are not currently conducted.
10. Your Rights as a Data Subject
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Request restriction of processing
- Object to the processing of your data
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests regarding your rights may be submitted by email to: info@gentlegiantgenesis
11. Cookies
This website uses cookies. Upon your first visit, you may choose whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You may change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time through your browser or cookie settings.
12. Third-Party Content
The website may display:
- Public Google Reviews
- Stock images or videos obtained from royalty-free platforms (e.g., Freepik)
Such content does not involve the collection of additional personal data by us.
13. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. The current version will always be published on the website.