Privacy Policy (EN)
Welcome to the Privacy Policy of saldingerkarger.at. This policy helps you understand what data we collect, why we collect it, and what rights you have regarding your data.
Last updated: June 25, 2025
Provider and Data Controller
Anita Saldinger-Karger, Joseph Haydn-Str. 3/2/8, 3710 Ziersdorf, Austria/AT, a.saldingerkarger@proton.me
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data collected by this website, either independently or through third parties, includes:
Usage Data, Trackers, Email, Device Information, Number of Users, Session Statistics, City, Browser Information
Detailed information about each type of processed personal data is provided in the relevant sections of this privacy policy or through explanatory texts displayed prior to data collection.
Personal data may be provided voluntarily by the user, or, in the case of usage data, collected automatically when using this website.
Unless otherwise specified, all data requested by this website is mandatory. Failure to provide this data may make it impossible for this website to provide its services.
Where this website specifically states that certain data is voluntary, users may choose not to provide such data without any consequences on the availability or functionality of the service.
Users unsure about which personal data is mandatory are welcome to contact the provider.
Any use of cookies—or other tracking tools—by this website or third-party service providers used by this website is intended to provide the service requested by the user and for any other purposes described in this document and the cookie policy.
Users are responsible for any third-party personal data obtained, published, or shared through this website.
Methods and Place of Data Processing
Processing Methods
The provider processes users' personal data in a proper manner and takes appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or destruction of the data.
Data processing is carried out using computers and/or IT-enabled tools, following organizational procedures strictly related to the stated purposes.
In addition to the controller, in some cases, the data may be accessible to certain types of persons in charge, involved with the operation of this website (administration, sales, marketing, legal, system administration), or external parties (such as technical service providers, mail carriers, hosting providers, IT companies, communication agencies) appointed, if necessary, as data processors by the provider. An updated list of these parties may be requested from the provider at any time.
Place
Data is processed at the provider's operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located.
Depending on the user's location, data transfers may involve transferring the user's data to a country other than their own.
To learn more about the location of processed data, users can refer to the section with detailed information on the processing of personal data.
Retention Time
Unless otherwise specified in this document, personal data is processed and stored for as long as required by the purpose for which it was collected and may be retained longer due to legal obligations or with the user's consent.
Purposes of Processing
Personal data is collected for the following purposes:
* Displaying content from external platforms
* Contacting the user
* Platform services and hosting
* Analytics
* Tag management
Detailed Information on Personal Data Processing
Analytics
Google Analytics – Granular Location and Device Data Collection**
Company: Google LLC
Location: United States
Collected Data:
* Number of users
* Browser information
* Device information
* Usage data
* Session statistics
* City
* Tracker
This implementation enables the creation of user reports based on regional location and device data.
Service provided by: Google LLC – [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
Google Analytics 4
Company: Google LLC
Location: United States
Collected Data: Number of users, Usage data, Session statistics, Tracker
Google Analytics 4 tracks and analyzes website usage, creates reports, and may use data for contextualizing and personalizing Google ads. IP addresses are used upon collection and then deleted before storage.
Service provided by: Google LLC – [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) – [Opt out](https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)
Displaying Content from External Platforms
Google Fonts
Company: Google LLC
Location: United States
Collected Data: Usage data, Tracker
Service for displaying font styles.
Service provided by: Google LLC – [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
YouTube Video Widget
Company: Google LLC
Location: United States
Collected Data: Usage data, Tracker
Displays YouTube videos directly on the site.
Service provided by: Google LLC – [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
Contacting the User
Contact Form
Collected Data: Email, Usage data
By filling out the contact form, users authorize this website to use their data to respond to requests for information, quotes, or other inquiries.
Platform Services and Hosting
Webnode
Company: Webnode AG
Location: Switzerland
Collected Data: Device information, Usage data, Tracker
Platform for building and hosting websites.
Service provided by: Webnode AG – [Privacy Policy](https://www.webnode.com/privacy-policy/)
Tag Management
Google Tag Manager
Company: Google LLC
Location: United States
Collected Data: Usage data, Tracker
Manages scripts and tags.
Service provided by: Google LLC – [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
Cookie Policy
This website uses trackers. For more information, see the [Cookie Policy](#).
Additional Information for Users in the European Union
Legal Basis for Processing
The provider may process personal data if one of the following applies:
* The user has given consent for one or more specific purposes
* Data collection is necessary for a contract or pre-contractual measures
* Processing is required for legal compliance
* Processing relates to a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority
* Processing is necessary for the provider's legitimate interests
Further Details on Data Retention
Contractual data: Retained until the contract is fulfilled.
Legitimate interest: Retained as long as needed for those interests.
Consent-based data: Retained until consent is withdrawn.
Legal obligations: May require longer retention.
Once the retention period expires, the data will be deleted.
User Rights under GDPR
Users may exercise the following rights:
* Withdraw consent at any time
* Object to data processing
* Access their data
* Verify and request correction
* Restrict data processing
* Request deletion
* Receive data and transfer it to another controller
* Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Users also have the right to be informed about data transfers to other countries and the security measures taken.
Right to Object
Users may object to processing if it's based on public interest, legal authority, or legitimate interests. Objections to direct marketing are always permitted and result in an immediate stop of such processing.
How to Exercise These Rights
Requests can be made free of charge using the contact details provided in this document. The provider will respond as early as possible, and within one month at the latest.
Additional Data Processing Details
Legal Action
Personal data may be used for legal purposes by the provider in court or in stages leading to legal action arising from improper use of this website.
System Logs and Maintenance
For operation and maintenance, this website and third-party services may collect system logs that record user interactions (e.g., IP address).
Changes to This Privacy Policy
The provider reserves the right to make changes at any time. Users will be informed via this page and possibly via this website or direct notification.
Users are encouraged to check this page regularly, especially noting the "Last updated" date.
If changes affect processing based on consent, new consent will be obtained where necessary.
Definitions and Legal References
Personal Data: Any information that identifies or makes someone identifiable.
Usage Data: Technical data collected automatically (e.g., IP address, browser info, visit duration).
User: The person using the site.
Data Subject: The individual the data refers to.
Processor: Entity processing data on behalf of the provider.
Controller (Provider/Owner): Entity deciding purposes and means of data processing.
This Website: The tool (software or hardware) collecting the data.
Service: The service provided by the website.
EU: European Union and European Economic Area.
Cookies/Trackers: Technologies used for tracking user behavior.
Legal Notice
This privacy policy relates solely to this website, unless otherwise stated.