1. Definitions

In our Privacy Policy, we use special terms from various data protection laws. We want our statement to be easy to understand and therefore explain these terms in advance.

The following definitions shall be interpreted or expanded, as appropriate, based on the case law of the General Court of the European Union (EGC), the European Court of Justice (ECJ), the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (SFSC), the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom (UKSC) or on national data protection laws or national case law of a state or federal state, including but not limited to California, including case law, also under common law, if this is necessary for the application of the law in individual cases.

We use the following terms, among others, in this Privacy Policy:

2. Name and address of the Controller

The Controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation, other data protection laws applicable in the Member States of the European Union and the European Economic Area, British data protection laws, Swiss data protection laws (DSG, DSV), Californian data protection law (CCPA/CPRA), Chinese data protection law (PIPL), as well as international laws and provisions with a data protection nature is:

3. Name and contact details of the data protection officer

4. Collection of general data and information

Our websites collect a range of general data and information each time the websites are accessed by a Data Subject or an automated system. This general data and information are stored in the log files of the respective server. Among other things, the (1) browser types and versions used, (2) the operating system used by the accessing system, (3) the website from which an accessing system accesses our websites (so-called referrer), (4) the sub-websites which are accessed via an accessing system on our websites, (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 used for security purposes in the event of attacks on our information technology systems can be recorded.

When using this general data and information, we generally do not draw any conclusions about the Data Subject. Rather, this information is required to (1) correctly deliver the content of our websites, (2) optimize the content of our websites and the advertising for them, (3) ensure the long-term functionality of our information technology systems and the technology of our websites and (4) provide law enforcement authorities with the information necessary for criminal prosecution in the event of a cyber-attack. This anonymously collected data and information is therefore evaluated by us both statistically and with the aim of increasing data protection and data security in our organisation to ultimately ensure an optimal level of protection for the Personal Data processed by us. The data of the server log files are stored separately from all Personal Data provided by a Data Subject.

The purpose of processing is to avert danger and ensure IT security, as well as the aforementioned purposes. The legal basis is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest is the protection of our information technology systems. The log files are deleted after the stated purposes have been achieved.

5. Contact possibility via the website and other data transfers and your Consent

Our website contains information that enables quick electronic contact with our organisation as well as direct communication with us, which also includes a general address of the so-called electronic mail (email address) and possibly a telephone number. If a Data Subject contacts us by email, via a contact form, via an input form or in any other way, the Personal Data transmitted by the Data Subject will be stored automatically. This Personal Data transmitted to us on a voluntary basis by a Data Subject is processed for the purposes of usage or contacting the Data Subject.

We obtain your Consent for the transmission, storage and Processing of your contact data and inquiries and for contacting you in accordance with Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR and Art. 49 (1) (1) (a) GDPR as follows:

6. Routine deletion and restriction of Personal Data

We process and store Personal Data for the period required to achieve the purpose of processing or if this has been provided for by the European legislator or another legislator in laws or regulations to which we are subject, or if a legal basis for the Processing exists.

If the purpose of processing no longer applies or if a storage period prescribed by the European legislator or another competent legislator expires, or if the legal basis for the Processing no longer applies, the Personal Data will be routinely restricted or deleted in accordance with the statutory provisions.

7. Rights of the Data Subject according to GDPR

8. General purpose of Processing, categories of processed data and categories of recipients

The general purpose of processing Personal Data is the handling of all activities relating to the Controller, customers, interested parties, business partners or other contractual or pre-contractual relationships between the aforementioned groups (in the broadest sense) or legal obligations of the Controller. This general purpose applies if no more specific purposes for specific Processing are specified.

The categories of Personal Data that we process are customer data, prospective customer data, employee data (including applicant data) and supplier data. The categories of recipients of Personal Data are public bodies, external bodies, internal processing, intragroup processing and other bodies.

A list of our Processors and data recipients in third countries and, if applicable, international organizations is either published on our website or can be requested from us free of charge.

9. Legal basis for the Processing

Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR serves as the legal basis for Processing operations for which we obtain Consent 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 party, as is the case, for example, when Processing operations are necessary for the supply of goods or to provide any other service or consideration, Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR. The same applies to such Processing operations that are necessary to carry out pre-contractual measures, for example in cases of inquiries about our products or services. If we are subject to a legal obligation which requires the Processing of Personal Data, such as for the fulfillment of tax obligations, Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR.

In rare cases, it may be necessary to process Personal Data to protect the vital interests of the Data Subject or another natural person. This would be the case, for example, if a visitor were injured in our organisation and their name, age, health insurance data or other vital information would have to be passed on to a doctor, hospital or other Third Party. The Processing would then be based on Art. 6 (1) (d) GDPR.

If 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, the legal basis is Art. 6 (1) (e) GDPR.

Ultimately, Processing operations could be based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. This legal basis is used for Processing operations which are not covered by any of the abovementioned legal grounds, if Processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by our organisation or by a Third Party, except where such interests are overridden by the interests or fundamental rights and freedoms of the Data Subject which require protection of Personal Data. We are permitted to carry out such Processing operations in particular because they have been specifically mentioned by the European legislator. In this respect, it took the view that a legitimate interest could be assumed, for example, if the Data Subject is a customer of the Controller (Recital 47 Sentence 2 GDPR).

10. Legitimate interests in Processing pursued by the Controller or a Third Party and direct marketing

If the Processing of Personal Data is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR and no more specific legitimate interests are stated, our legitimate interest is the performance of our business activities for the benefit of the well-being of our staff and our shareholders.

We may send you direct advertising about our own goods or services that are similar to the goods or services you have requested, commissioned or purchased. You may object to direct advertising at any time (e.g. by email). You will not incur any costs other than the transmission costs according to the basic rates. The Processing of Personal Data for direct marketing purposes is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest is direct marketing.

Our messages and newsletters may also constitute direct marketing communications within the meaning of Article 13(2) of EU Directive 2002/58 (Directive on privacy and electronic communications) and the national law resulting from the Directive, provided that we have obtained your electronic and other contact information in connection with the sale of a service or product, which includes the creation of a free user account that allows you, among other things, to access free content on our websites and publications (newsletters, etc.), provided that we advertise similar products or services through direct marketing, so that direct marketing is also permissible without consent (see ECJ, judgment of November 13, 2025, Case C 654/23). In such cases, you can refuse the use of your contact information at any time free of charge.

11. Duration for which the Personal Data is stored

The criterion for the duration of the storage of Personal Data is the respective statutory retention period. If there is no statutory retention period, the criterion is the contractual or internal retention period. After this period has expired, the corresponding data is routinely deleted if it is no longer required to fulfill or initiate a contract. This applies in particular to all Processing operations for which no more specific criteria have been defined.

12. Legal or contractual provisions for the provision of Personal Data; necessity for the conclusion of the contract; obligation of the Data Subject to provide the Personal Data; possible consequences of non-provision

We would like to inform you that the provision of Personal Data is partly required by law (e.g., tax regulations) or may also result from contractual obligations (e.g., information on the contractual partner). Sometimes it may be necessary for a contract to be concluded for a Data Subject to provide us with Personal Data that must subsequently be processed by us. For example, Data Subjects are obliged to provide us with Personal Data if our organisation concludes a contract with them. Failure to provide Personal Data would mean that the contract with the Data Subject could not be concluded. The Data Subject must contact us before providing Personal Data. We will inform the Data Subject on a case-by-case basis whether the provision of the Personal Data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of the contract, whether there is an obligation to provide the Personal Data and what the consequences would be if the Personal Data were not provided.

13. Existence of automated decision-making

As a responsible company, we do not normally use automated decision-making or Profiling. If, in exceptional cases, we carry out automated decision-making or Profiling, we will inform the Data Subject either separately or via a sub-item in our Privacy Policy (here on our website). In this case, the following applies:

Automated decision-making, including Profiling, may take place if (1) this is necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract between the Data Subject and us, or (2) this is permissible on the basis of Union or Member State legislation to which we are subject and this legislation contains appropriate measures to safeguard the rights and freedoms and legitimate interests of the Data Subject, or (3) this takes place with the explicit Consent of the Data Subject.

In the cases referred to in Art. 22 (2) (a) and (c) GDPR, we shall implement suitable measures to safeguard the Data Subject's rights and freedoms and legitimate interests. In these cases, you have the right to obtain human intervention on the part of the Controller, to express your point of view and to contest the decision.

Meaningful information on the logic involved and the scope and intended effects of such Processing for the Data Subject will be provided in this Privacy Policy where applicable.

14. Recipients in a third country and appropriate or adequate safeguards and how to obtain a copy of them or where they are available.

According to Art. 46 (1) GDPR, the Controller or Processor may only transfer Personal Data to a third country if the Controller or Processor has provided appropriate safeguards and if enforceable rights and effective legal remedies are available to the Data Subjects. Appropriate safeguards can be provided by standard contractual clauses without the need for special approval from a supervisory authority, Art. 46 (2) (c) GDPR.

The EU standard contractual clauses or other appropriate safeguards are agreed with all recipients from third countries prior to the first transfer of Personal Data, or the transfers are based on adequacy decisions. Consequently, it is ensured that appropriate safeguards, enforceable rights and effective legal remedies are guaranteed for all Processing of Personal Data. Any Data Subject can obtain a copy of the standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions from us. In addition, the standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions are available in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Art. 45 (3) GDPR authorizes the European Commission to decide by means of an implementing decision that a non-EU country ensures an adequate level of protection. This means a level of protection for Personal Data that essentially corresponds to the level of protection within the EU. Adequacy decisions mean that Personal Data can flow from the EU (as well as from Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) to a third country without further obstacles. Similar regulations apply to the United Kingdom, Switzerland and some other countries.

In all cases where the European Commission, or a government or competent authority of another country, has decided that a third country ensures an adequate level of protection and/or a valid framework exists (e.g., EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, UK Extension to the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework), all transfers by us to the members of such frameworks (e.g., self-certified entities) are based solely on the membership of that entity in the respective framework or on the respective adequacy decisions. If we or one of our group companies is a member of such a framework, all transfers to us or our group company are based exclusively on the membership of the respective company in this framework. If we or one of our group companies is located in a third country with an adequate level of protection, all transfers to us or our group company are based solely on the respective adequacy decisions.

Any Data Subject can obtain a copy of the frameworks from us. In addition, the frameworks are also available in the Official Journal of the European Union or in the published legal materials or on the websites of data protection supervisory authorities or other authorities or institutions.

15. Right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority

As the Controller, we are obliged to inform the Data Subject of the existence of the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. The right to lodge a complaint is regulated in Art. 77 (1) GDPR. According to this provision, without prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy, every Data Subject has the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the Member State of his or her habitual residence, place of work or place of the alleged infringement if the Data Subject considers that the Processing of Personal Data relating to him or her infringes the General Data Protection Regulation. The right to lodge a complaint has been restricted by the EU legislator to the effect that it can only be exercised with a single supervisory authority (Recital 141 Sentence 1 GDPR). This provision is intended to avoid duplicate complaints in the same matter by the same Data Subject. If a Data Subject wishes to complain about us, it is therefore requested that only one supervisory authority is contacted.

16. Data protection for applications and in the application process

We collect and process Personal Data of applicants in the application process. Processing may also take place electronically. This is particularly the case if an applicant submits relevant application documents to us electronically, for example by email or via a web form on our or third-party websites.

For applicant data, the purpose of data processing is to carry out a review of the application in the application process. For this purpose, we process all data provided by you. Based on the data submitted as part of the application, we check whether you will be invited to an interview (part of the selection process). Then, in the case of generally suitable applicants, in particular during the interview, we process certain other Personal Data provided by you that is essential for our selection decision.

The legal basis for data Processing is Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, Art. 9 (2) (b) and (h) GDPR, Art. 88 (1) GDPR and national legislation.

If we do not conclude an employment contract with the applicant, the application documents will be deleted no later than six months after notification of the rejection decision, provided that no other legitimate interests of the Controller stand in the way of deletion. Another legitimate interest in this sense is, for example, the provision of evidence in legal proceedings.

17. Registration or filling in input masks on our website and your Consent

You have the option of registering on our websites by providing Personal Data and/or filling out input masks. Which Personal Data is transmitted to us in the process is determined by the respective input mask used for registration or input. The Personal Data you enter will be processed exclusively for internal use by us and for our own purposes. However, we may pass on your Personal Data to one or more Processors, for example to parcel service providers, who also use your Personal Data exclusively for purposes that are attributable to us as the Controller. Disclosure may also take place if you have commissioned the disclosure from us. The legal basis is then Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR.

When you register or enter data on our website, the IP address assigned by your internet service provider (ISP), the date and time of registration or entry may also be stored. This data is stored against the background that this is the only way to prevent misuse of our services and, if necessary, to make it possible to investigate criminal offenses. In this respect, the storage of this data is necessary for our security. The purpose of processing is the prevention and detection of misuse and the investigation of criminal offenses, as well as the aforementioned purposes. The legal basis is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest is in particular the protection of our information technology systems and the investigation of criminal offenses. This data is not disclosed to Third Parties unless there is a legal obligation to disclose it, or the disclosure serves the purpose of criminal prosecution.

The registration, entry and transmission of your Personal Data also enables us to offer you content or services which, due to the nature of the matter, can only be offered to registered persons or persons known to us. You are free to change the Personal Data provided during registration at any time or to have it completely deleted from our database. The purposes of processing are the receipt of data by us and the use of your data for further Processing, for communication with you and the illustration or implementation of the registration or input purposes. The legal basis is your Consent in accordance with Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR and/or Art. 49 (1) (1) (a) GDPR.

Upon request, we will provide any Data Subject at any time with information about which Personal Data about the Data Subject is stored. We will also correct or delete Personal Data at the request or notice of the Data Subject, provided that this does not conflict with any statutory retention obligations or other reasons justifying Processing. All our employees are available to you as contact persons in this context.

18. Data protection provisions for webinars and online meetings

We organize webinars and invite customers, interested parties, service providers and suppliers as well as their and our employees to online meetings. We use various third-party providers (operators of online meeting applications, application providers). You can understand which third-party provider we use for a specific webinar or online meeting from the participation link. You can find the privacy policy and other legally required information on the website of the respective third-party provider.

When using systems for webinars and online meetings, personal data such as names, e-mail addresses, telephone numbers, sound recordings, film recordings, photographs, usage data (e.g., time and duration of meetings, chat logs), content data (e.g., files, notes, messages) and location data may be processed. This information is necessary to provide the services, improve the user experience, provide support and ensure the security and compliance of the services.

Purposes for which the personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the use, provision and administration of systems for webinars and online meetings for communication. The processing is based on consent pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR, or explicit consent pursuant to Art. 49 (1) (1) (a) GDPR, the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the data subject is party, and legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as the improvement of our services and the use and provision of modern communication tools.

For the processing of your personal data, we obtain your consent in accordance with Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR and Art. 49 (1) (1) (a) GDPR as follows:

The company operating the service may be located in a third country. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of standard contractual clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company operating the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company operating the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither required by law or contract nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company operating the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

19. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Wapoka Platform

The Wapoka platform is a web- and app-based SaaS solution for the digital organization of communities, the hosting of events, and the handling of communication processes that take place between individual users or user groups within the communities. Within the Wapoka platform, natural persons can create user accounts, create or join communities, participate in events, and exchange messages. Within the scope of this use, Wapoka processes personal data in various processing contexts, depending on which functions are specifically used to organize the communities or for communication.

During registration, master data such as username, email address, mobile phone number, country code, and a freely chosen display name may be processed. This data is used for unique identification, authentication, and access security, which may also include one-time passwords (OTP) via email or SMS. In addition, technical session data such as device identifiers, login times, and security tokens may be processed to prevent unauthorized access.

Voluntary information such as profile pictures, status messages, or additional contact details can be stored within user profiles. Uploaded profile pictures and media files are transferred via secure upload procedures and subsequently stored. Changes to profile data are logged to detect misuse and track support requests.

A central component of the platform is the communication function. Message content in individual chats is end-to-end encrypted on the client side, so that Wapoka's servers only store encrypted data and cannot view plain text content. Group or community chats are transmitted via secure transport encryption. Depending on the configuration, content may be processed on the server side, for example for the delivery or synchronization of chats. In addition, metadata such as sender data and recipient identifiers, times, delivery information, and read status are processed, as these are necessary for the technical functioning of the messaging system.

When using community functions, Wapoka processes both community administrator data and member data. This includes information about the community itself (e.g., name, description, location), contact information of responsible persons, and member lists. When joining a community, additional data may be collected via individually defined registration forms. The data of community members is processed on behalf of the respective community administrator. For this reason, the responsibility for the community data under data protection law lies with the respective community administrator.

The platform also enables the organization of events. When creating and managing events, data from the responsible organizers is processed. Participants provide personal data during registration, such as their name and contact details or other event-specific information. This data is used to carry out the events, manage participants, control access (e.g., QR check-in), and for follow-up. The responsibility for data protection for this content lies with the respective community administrator.

To ensure stable and secure operation, Wapoka also processes technical log data. This includes IP addresses, log entries, device information, and error reports. This data is used to investigate security incidents, maintain systems, and further develop the platform. Access to such data is restricted and regulated on a role-based basis. Wapoka is the controller for this data.

Wapoka uses selected subcontractors to operate the platform, for example for hosting, email delivery, SMS delivery, push notifications, map services, or location functions. Only data that is necessary for the respective purpose of processing is transferred. The data is not used for the third-party providers' own purposes. In particular, Wapoka uses Firebase (push notifications and crash analytics), Mailgun (delivery of email one-time passwords (OTP) and transactional emails), and Bird (delivery of SMS one-time passwords (OTP)) as sub-processors; in each case only such data as is necessary for the stated purpose is transferred, and processing is governed by data processing agreements.

Overall, the processing of personal data is limited to what is necessary and follows the principle of data minimization. Deletion and retention concepts ensure that data is promptly removed or anonymized after the purpose has ceased to exist or the account has been deleted, provided that this does not conflict with any legal retention obligations.

The company operating the service and thus the recipient of the personal data is: Wapoka GmbH, Gräfstr. 109, 81241 Munich, Germany. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Prof. Dr. h.c. Heiko Jonny Maniero, LL.B., LL.M. mult., M.L.E., 120 High Road, East Finchley, N2 9ED, London, England, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Prof. Dr. h.c. Heiko Jonny Maniero, LL.B., LL.M. mult., M.L.E., c/o Cancellarius AG, Pflanzschulstrasse 3, 8400 Winterthur, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the personal data is to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: Processing is carried out to provide platform functions, to carry out communication, to provide communities and event processes, for user administration, for authentication, and to ensure stable and secure operation. The legal basis is Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, insofar as processing is necessary for the fulfillment of a user agreement or for the implementation of pre-contractual measures. In addition, processing is carried out based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in providing the platform, ensuring the technical functionality of the platform, IT security, preventing misuse, error analysis, and further developing the services offered.

The criteria for determining the duration for which personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between the community administrator and Wapoka GmbH or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither required by law or contract nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide personal data for processing within the Wapoka platform. However, if you do not provide this data, you will not be able to use the Wapoka platform.

Further information and Wapoka's applicable privacy policy can be found at https://wapoka.com/.

20. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Apple Developer

We use the Apple Developer service to register, manage, and publish applications and to use development resources and test environments for Apple platforms. The service provides us with software development kits (SDKs), technical documentation, application programming interfaces (APIs), beta versions of operating systems and analysis tools that we use as part of our development processes. In the course of using the Apple Developer Program, personal data may be processed, in particular when registering developer accounts, providing apps or using functions such as TestFlight. The data processed includes names, email addresses, addresses, telephone numbers, Apple IDs, IP addresses, developer team membership, roles and authorizations, application data, and device data as well as usage statistics and timestamps.

Processing takes place via Apple's cloud-based infrastructure. Developers and organizations manage their apps, certificates, and test versions via the Developer Dashboard. The platform is linked to other Apple services such as App Store Connect, Apple Business Manager and TestFlight. Apple also processes data for quality assurance, to analyze the use of offers for developers and to ensure the integrity of the platform. Security mechanisms such as two-factor authentication and role-based access controls are provided.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Apple, Inc., One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Apple Distribution International Ltd., Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Hollyhill, Cork, Irland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Apple Switzerland AG, Löwenstrasse 29, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of processing is the registration and management of developer accounts, the use of development resources, the technical management of apps and compliance with the requirements of the Apple Developer Program. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, i.e., for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the efficient and secure management of developer access, the publication and testing of applications and the maintenance of security and quality.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Apple may be retrieved under https://www.apple.com/.

21. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Apple Safari

We use Safari as a web browser to display and use web content on various endpoints, in particular Apple devices. When using Safari, technical data may be processed by the browser that is required to display content, execute scripts and communicate with servers. As part of processing, personal data may also be transmitted to Apple as the provider of the browser. This applies in particular to personal data if users have activated functions such as intelligent tracking prevention, the automatic completion of forms or synchronization via iCloud. The data processed includes IP addresses, device information, operating system versions, browser types and browser versions, language settings, timestamps, location information, websites visited and entries in form fields.

Safari can also be used in conjunction with other Apple services, e.g., to synchronize bookmarks, passwords and browsing history across different devices. Depending on the configuration of the browser, synchronization with the Apple ID account can also take place, especially when using iCloud services. Control over these functions lies with the user, who can adjust them in the privacy settings of their device.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Apple, Inc., One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Apple Distribution International Ltd., Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Hollyhill, Cork, Irland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Apple Switzerland AG, Löwenstrasse 29, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of processing is to provide web browser functions for displaying and interacting with web content, to support security functions and convenience functions and to synchronize browser data between different Apple devices. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the provision of a technically sophisticated, secure, and user-friendly web browser as well as in improving the user experience and ensuring system security.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide personal data to the company that operates the service. However, if you do not provide personal data, certain functions of the browser may not be fully usable.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Apple may be retrieved under https://www.apple.com/.

22. Privacy Policy for the capture of digital signatures via a web form and other signatures

The following explains how we process Personal Data in the context of collecting digital signatures via a web form and other signatures. When users fill out a form provided by us and provide a digital signature or conclude a contract with us, we collect certain data to document the process and provide legal protection.

The following Personal Data may be processed in addition to other data: First and last name, contact information such as email address and telephone number as well as the digital signature, and, if applicable, a digital time stamp, an IP address, company data and other verification data, or a normal signature. This data is necessary to verify the identity of the signatory and to ensure that the signature is valid and legally binding.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of the collection and Processing is to conclude and document a contract between the user or the legal entity represented by the user and our organisation. The legal basis for Processing is Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, as the Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party or to take steps prior to entering into a contract, and a legitimate interest in entering into a contract pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

The data will be stored for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the contract and to comply with statutory retention obligations. After these periods have expired, the data will be deleted, provided that there are no contractual retention periods to prevent deletion. The provision of Personal Data is required by law or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are obliged to provide us with Personal Data for this Processing activity. If you do not provide us with data for this Processing activity, we will not be able to conclude a contract with you or the legal entity you represent.

23. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Apple iTunes

iTunes is a comprehensive media and software application that allows users to purchase and download music, movies, TV shows and more. iTunes also serves as a management tool for iOS devices, enables synchronization of content between computers and Apple devices, and provides access to Apple Music and the Apple's streaming service. The platform integrates the iTunes Store, where users can purchase media content, and iCloud, which enables storage and access to content across multiple devices.

When using iTunes, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, payment information, device information, purchase and download history and usage information are processed. This data is necessary to provide and use the service, process transactions, offer personal recommendations and improve the user's experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Apple, Inc., One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Apple Distribution International Ltd., Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Hollyhill, Cork, Irland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Apple Switzerland AG, Löwenstrasse 29, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of the iTunes services, including the purchase and download of media content as well as access to streaming services and the storage of backups. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the improvement and personalization of the user experience and in the provision of cloud storage for backup purposes.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of iTunes may be retrieved under https://www.apple.com.

24. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Cursor

We use Cursor, an AI-powered code editor, to support software development through automatic code completion, semantic search functions, and integrated AI models. Cursor enables us to analyze, structure, and further develop source code more efficiently. During use, personal data may be processed, in particular technical and usage-related data such as IP address, device type, operating system, editor session ID, time of use, and code lines entered, which may contain personal information. The data entered may be processed via the cloud infrastructure and transferred to subprocessors such as OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS, or Microsoft Azure to the extent necessary to perform the functions.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of the personal data is: Anysphere, Inc., 636 Octavia Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA.

Purposes for which the personal data will be processed and the legal basis for processing: The purpose of the processing is to use AI-powered development tools to improve software quality and coding efficiency. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, as well as on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in improving the development environment, technical support through AI, and automated quality assurance.

The company that operates the service is located in a third country. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of standard contractual clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the period for which personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither required by law nor contractually required nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide personal data to us or the company that operates the service. However, if you do not provide such data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and Cursor's applicable privacy policy can be found at https://www.cursor.com/.

25. Data protection provisions about the application and use of DATEV

DATEV eG is a provider of software solutions and services for tax consultants, auditors, lawyers, and companies and offers comprehensive solutions in the areas of accounting, human resources, corporate management, digital ecosystems and IT security. The use of DATEV products enables us to optimize our business processes, ensure tax and legal compliance and guarantee efficient processes in finance and human resources.

When using DATEV services, Personal Data such as names, address data, tax-relevant information, salary data, and other business data are processed. This Processing is necessary to make use of the services offered, to comply with legal requirements and to obtain individual solutions.

The company that operates the service and therefore the recipient of the Personal Data is: DATEV eG, Paumgartnerstr. 6-14, 90429 Nuremberg, Germany.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use of software solutions and services in the areas of tax consulting, accounting, human resources, and corporate management. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR for compliance with a legal obligation, in particular under tax law and labor law.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of DATEV can be found at https://www.datev.de.

26. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Elastic

Elastic provides real-time data search and analysis solutions that allow us to quickly access and analyze data. When using Elastic, personal data such as search queries, usage data and transaction data is processed in order to optimize the performance of data analysis and search queries. This data is used to improve the efficiency of search functions and to enable real-time analysis.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Elasticsearch, Inc., 88 Kearny Street, Floor 19, San Francisco, CA 94018, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Elasticsearch B.V., Keizersgracht 281, 1016 ED Amsterdam, The Netherlands acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Elasticsearch Ltd., 5 Southampton Street, London WC2E 7HA, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the use and provision of search functions and analysis functions for substantial amounts of data. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby the legitimate interest lies in the improvement of data analysis and the provision of real-time search functions.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither legally nor contractually required, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Elastic can be found at https://www.elastic.co/.

27. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Firefox

We use the Firefox web browser in our company for Internet use and to run certain web applications. Firefox was developed by Mozilla and offers various functions for the protection of privacy, secure display of websites and the management of Internet data. When using Firefox, personal data may be processed, especially when users use synchronized services such as Firefox Sync, add-ons, Pocket, or the Mozilla account. Information such as IP addresses, location data, device identifiers used, installed extensions, language settings, bookmarks, websites visited, and usage data are collected and processed.

If functions such as automatic updates, telemetry data transmission or crash reports are activated, Firefox transmits diagnostic data to Mozilla in order to improve the stability and security of the browser. No website content is recorded, only technical information such as browser configuration, device model, operating system version, or error codes. In addition, Firefox enables the use of protection functions such as tracking protection or phishing protection, in which data can also be transmitted to Mozilla or linked third-party providers in certain cases. The use of these functions is usually optional and can be adjusted or deactivated via the settings.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Mozilla Corporation, 149 New Montgomery St, 4th Floor San Francisco, CA 94105, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Mozilla Firefox GmbH, GSG-Hof, Schlesische Straße, Building 3, 4th floor, Schlesische Straße 27, 10997 Berlin, Germany acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The processing is carried out to provide a secure and efficient web browser, to technically optimize the user experience, to synchronize user-specific settings and for error analysis. It is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, i.e., for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the secure, stable, and user-friendly use of web services, in the further development of the browser and in securing the system environment against potential security risks.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Mozilla Firefox can be retrieved at https://www.mozilla.org/.

28. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google APIs

We use Google APIs to integrate functions such as geodata, calendar integration, cloud storage or database access into our applications and services. These programming interfaces allow us to access user data, device information, and system-relevant services and thus, for example, to synchronize appointments, visualize locations or retrieve cloud content. As part of this processing activity, personal data may be processed - especially when users link Google accounts or data requests are triggered. The data processed includes names, email address, calendar data or document information, location data, IP address, device type, browser information, times of use, API requests and associated metadata.

Processing is automated via Google's cloud infrastructure. When API calls are made, our application sends requests to Google servers that return or update user information. Google processes this data to verify access rights, provide content and enable functions such as synchronization or analysis.

The company that operates the service and therefore the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and the EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the use of Google APIs. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby the legitimate interest lies in the efficient implementation of processes using APIs.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither required by law or contract nor necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions can be found at https://support.google.com.

29. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Chrome

We use Google Chrome web browser to use web-based applications, to display Internet content and to integrate browser-based business services. Google Chrome, which is provided by Google, offers numerous functions, including synchronization via Google accounts, integration with other Google services, automated form entries, voice control and the use of extensions and security technologies. When using Google Chrome, personal data may be processed, especially if the browser is linked to a Google account or users voluntarily activate synchronization services and extensions. The processed data includes IP addresses, search queries, browsing history, installed extensions, location data, language settings, and technical device information.

If the user is logged in with a Google account, Chrome activities such as the history of visited pages, bookmarks, passwords, and other browser settings can be synchronized across devices and stored on Google servers. In addition, Chrome collects diagnostic data and usage statistics to improve the stability, security, and performance of the browser, if this function is activated. Personal data is also processed locally or on the server when forms are automatically completed (e.g., addresses or credit card details). Chrome can also use third-party tools such as Safe Browsing or translation services, which also trigger data processing operations.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The processing serves the secure, stable and personalized use of the web browser, the synchronization of user preferences, the improvement of browser performance, the protection against harmful content and the integration with other Google services. Processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, i.e., for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the secure provision of Internet functions, technical stability, user-friendliness, and the integration of services to optimize online experience.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Chrome can be retrieved at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

30. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Site Verification

We use Google Site Verification service to verify our website with Google. This verification is a prerequisite for the use of other Google services such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics or Google Ads. As part of Site Verification, a verification token is integrated using various methods (e.g., HTML file, meta tag, DNS entry or Google Tag Manager) in order to prove ownership of the domain. When using the service, personal data may be processed, in particular in the form of IP addresses, technical access data and information about the domain, the website or the Google account used.

Processing is automated via Google servers. After successful verification, the website property is stored in the Google account of the verifying user.

The company that operates the service and therefore the recipient of the personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and the EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the technical verification of domain ownership for the activation of Google services such as Search Console or Analytics. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the use of Google tools, the proper assignment of services to the domain and the technical protection of accounts against misuse.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither legally nor contractually required, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google may be retrieved under https://policies.google.com/privacy.

31. Data protection provisions about the application and use of JavaScript and JavaScript frameworks

On our website, we use JavaScript or JavaScript frameworks as a client-side programming language or JS framework for the dynamic display of content and for interaction in the browser. Among other things, JavaScript enables the display of pop-ups, the loading of dynamic content, the tracking of user behavior, the sending of forms, and communication with third-party providers via APIs. JavaScript is not a standalone software product with an external operating company, but rather a scripting language integrated by default into web browsers by default that is executed on our websites.

The JavaScript-based source code is hosted on our own IT infrastructure and executed by the web browser. We are the company that operates the service.

In addition, we may use various open-source JavaScript libraries or frameworks in our web development, such as Vue JS, Angular JS, or similar projects. These serve to structurally and modularly expand the functionality of our website, in particular for client-side validation, optimization of user guidance, reduction of loading times, and asynchronous data processing. Where technically possible, we host these components locally on our own IT infrastructure so that no data is transferred to third parties. In certain cases, however, individual components may be integrated via external sources such as content delivery networks (CDNs). This may result in connections being established with third-party servers, in which case the IP address, technical metadata, or usage parameters in particular may be processed.

Purposes for which personal data is to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is to enable interactive functions, dynamic content, easier development, client-side validation, and improved user guidance. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in simplifying development and providing a functional and user-friendly website.

The criteria for determining the duration for which personal data is processed are based on the respective purpose of the interaction, in particular the duration of the respective session or the storage of client-side information (e.g., in connection with cookies or local storage). The provision of personal data is necessary for the use of interactive website functions.

32. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Edge

We use the Microsoft Edge web browser. When using the browser, personal data may be processed by Microsoft, in particular when using functions such as synchronization with the Microsoft account, the use of extensions, search integration via Bing or the personalized display of content. When you visit a website, Microsoft Edge processes various technical information that is required to display content and interact with online services. This includes IP addresses, browser types and versions, language settings, operating systems used, device identifiers, location data, cookies, stored form data, and URLs visited.

Microsoft Edge can also be linked to other Microsoft services, e.g., for protection against malicious websites (SmartScreen), Microsoft 365 accounts or the synchronization of bookmarks and passwords. Personal data may be transmitted to Microsoft for identification, usage analysis, and security enhancement. Users can activate or deactivate these functions in the browser settings.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of processing is to provide a modern web browser with advanced features for display, interaction and security when using online content. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the secure, convenient, and feature-rich use of web services, the synchronization of cross-device settings and the improvement of browser performance and browser security.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, certain functions of the browser may not be fully usable.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft may be retrieved under https://privacy.microsoft.com/.

33. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Login / Sign-In

We use the Microsoft Login / Sign-In service to provide users with secure authentication when using our web-based applications and systems. This service is part of the Microsoft Entra Identity Platform (formerly Azure Active Directory) and allows users to log in to our applications with a Microsoft account or an Azure AD account. Personal data is processed to enable access to authorized areas, manage user accounts and verify the identity of the respective person. The data processed includes names, email addresses, user IDs, IP addresses, device types, browser used, language settings, timestamps, location data, authentication information, login logs, and usage logs.

As part of the authentication process, Microsoft also processes security-relevant information such as multi-factor authentication data, tokens, session cookies and access rights. This data is used to protect against unauthorized access and to securely manage user identities. Processing takes place both automatically via Microsoft's cloud infrastructure and via configurable interfaces that are integrated into our applications. In addition, Microsoft can collect usage statistics to improve the performance, security and reliability of the service. The data is processed in data centers that may be located both inside and outside the European Economic Area.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The processing serves the authentication of users, access control to protected system areas, the administration of user rights and the security of the IT infrastructure. Processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, i.e., for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the secure and reliable management of user identities, the prevention of unauthorized access, compliance with internal security standards and integration into existing Microsoft services and platforms.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft may be retrieved under https://privacy.microsoft.com/.

34. Data protection provisions about the application and use of MySQL

We use MySQL as a relational database management system for the structured storage, organization, and processing of data within our web applications and IT systems. MySQL enables us to manage personal data efficiently by providing the basis for dynamic functions on websites, user accounts, form processing, database queries, and back-end processes. In course of operation, personal data may be processed -- in particular when users fill out forms, register or log in, place orders, or interact with database-supported functions. In these cases, information such as name, email address, login details, IP address, time of use, or transmitted content is stored within MySQL.

MySQL is not directly responsible for processing, but provides the infrastructure on which we, as the controller, store and retrieve data. The actual processing is carried out by our systems, while MySQL is operated as a software solution on our own servers or within hosting services. The application itself does not contain any integrated analysis or tracking functions. Access to the database is protected by authentication mechanisms, access restrictions, and encryption techniques to prevent unauthorized access.

The application is installed on our own IT infrastructure or in our hosting environment. We are the company that operates the service.

Purposes for which the personal data is to be processed and the legal basis for processing: The purpose of processing is the systematic management, storage, and protection of user data, as well as the provision of dynamic functions within our web services. Processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party or in order to take steps prior to entering into a contract, as well as on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest lies in the reliable, secure, and efficient data management within the scope of our business operations.

The criteria for determining the period for which personal data is processed are statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with personal data. However, if you do not provide us with personal data, you may not be able to use our services.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of MySQL can be found at https://www.mysql.com.

35. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is a communication and collaboration tool within the Microsoft 365 suite designed specifically for business use. It enables teams to work together effectively, no matter where they are, through features such as chat, video calls, meetings, file sharing and integration with other Microsoft products and services. Microsoft Teams promotes teamwork through digital spaces that enable seamless communication and collaboration, regardless of whether team members are in the same office or spread across various locations worldwide.

When using Microsoft Teams, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, telephone numbers, usage data (e.g., time and duration of meetings, chat logs), content data (e.g., files, notes, messages) and location data are processed. This information is necessary to provide the services, improve the user's experience, provide support and ensure the security and compliance of the services.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use, provide, manage and improve Microsoft Teams for communication. Processing is based on the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party and on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as the improvement of our services and the use and provision of modern communication tools.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Teams can be found at https://privacy.microsoft.com.

36. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive and widely used cloud computing service. AWS offers a wide range of infrastructure services such as computing power, storage and database services that enable companies and developers to host and manage applications and services on a universally available platform.

When using AWS services, Personal Data and other sensitive information may be processed and stored, including but not limited to names, addresses, email addresses, payment information, as well as data generated by or uploaded to the AWS services.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Amazon Web Services, Inc., 410 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, the Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL, 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855 Luxemburg acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL, UK Branch, 1 Principal Place, London, Worship Street, EC2A 2FA, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Amazon Web Services Switzerland GmbH, Mythenquai 10, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of using Amazon AWS is the use of cloud computing services that enable us to host and operate applications and services securely and efficiently, and hosting. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest lies in the reliable and secure provision of our IT infrastructure and the associated services and the improvement and security of the services.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. Amazon may be a certified member of one or more of the Data Privacy Frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Amazon Web Services can be found at https://aws.amazon.com.

37. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Docker

Docker is a software platform for developing, publishing and running applications in containers. Docker enables developers to quickly create, test and deploy applications by separating the infrastructure from the application. This simplifies software delivery in different environments and improves the efficiency of the development process. Docker is used in a variety of industries for application development and application management, microservices and DevOps practices.

When using Docker and the associated services, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, company information and usage data are processed. This data is necessary to create user accounts, provide and manage services, enable support and improve the user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Docker, Inc., 3790 El Camino Real 1052, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Docker (Germany) GmbH, c/o Regus Management GmbH, Hahnstr. 70, 60528 Frankfurt am Main, Germany acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Docker (UK) Limited, 71--75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JQ, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of services for the containerization and management of applications. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the provision and use of an efficient and secure platform for software development and software management.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Docker can be found at https://www.docker.com.

38. Data protection provisions about the application and use of GitHub

GitHub is a software development and version control platform that enables developers to host, review, manage, and collaborate on projects of any size. GitHub promotes collaboration and open-source development by providing tools for issue tracking, feature requests, pull requests and code reviews. The platform supports millions of developers and companies in the development, exchange and maintenance of their software.

When using GitHub, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, profile information, usage data and, in certain cases, payment information for Pro accounts or other paid services are processed. This information is necessary to create and manage user accounts, personalize the service, make support requests and foster a community environment.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: GitHub, Inc., 88 Colin P. Kelly Jr. Street, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, GitHub B.V., Prins Bernhardplein 200, 1097 JB Amsterdam, The Netherlands, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use and improve the platform for software development and version control. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the promotion of software development and collaboration within the developer community.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of GitHub can be found at https://github.com.

39. Data protection provisions about the application and use of GoDaddy

GoDaddy is a web services company that offers a wide range of products and services, including domain registration, web hosting, website creation, email hosting and online marketing tools. With the goal of helping small businesses and individuals build a strong online presence, GoDaddy offers user-friendly solutions that require no prior technical knowledge.

When using GoDaddy services, Personal Data such as names, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, payment information and usage data are processed. This information is necessary to create and manage user accounts, provide services, make support requests and create personalized offers.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: GoDaddy Operating Company, LLC, 100 S. Mill Ave, Suite 1600, Tempe, AZ 85281, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, GoDaddy Germany GmbH, c/o WeWork, Friesenplatz 4, 50672 Cologne, Germany, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: GoDaddy Europe Ltd., Attn: Legal, Office of the Data Privacy Officer, 5th Floor, The Shipping Building, Old Vinyl Factory, 252--254 Blyth Road, Hayes, UB3 1HA, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of web services and web solutions. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, where the legitimate interest is to improve the user experience, to provide secure and efficient web services and to support business and marketing activities.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of GoDaddy may be retrieved under https://www.godaddy.com.

40. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Cloud

Google Cloud is a comprehensive suite of cloud computing services offered by Google LLC. It enables companies, developers and organizations to use scalable infrastructure, platform services and specialized applications for data Processing, storage, analysis and much more. Google Cloud includes products such as Compute Engine, App Engine, Google Kubernetes Engine, BigQuery, Cloud Storage and many others that run on Google's own infrastructure. These services help customers manage their IT resources efficiently, develop innovative applications and analyze data securely and reliably.

When using the Google Cloud, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, payment information, usage data and, in certain cases, content data is processed. This information is necessary to create and manage user accounts, provide services, make support requests and offer customized solutions.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of cloud computing services. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, where our legitimate interest lies in the provision and use of efficient, secure and scalable cloud services.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Cloud can be found at https://cloud.google.com.

41. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing platform. It enables companies to host and manage applications and services through Microsoft and its global network of data centers. Azure offers a wide range of cloud services, including infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS) and software as a service (SaaS), which include computing power, storage options, databases, network services, analytics and much more.

When using Microsoft Azure, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, telephone numbers, usage data of the services, configuration data and content data of the applications and services hosted in Azure are processed. This information is necessary to provide the cloud services, provide customer support, ensure the security of the services and carry out product improvements.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and management of cloud computing services. Processing is based on the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party and on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as improving our services, ensuring security and providing our IT infrastructure.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Azure can be found at https://privacy.microsoft.com.

42. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft SharePoint

We use Microsoft SharePoint to efficiently organize internal and cross-departmental collaboration, document management, team sites, intranet functions and information exchange. The platform enables us to store, jointly edit and share documents, calendars, task lists and content in a structured manner. Personal data may be processed during use - in particular, data contained in documents, user profiles, approvals or comments. Processed data includes names, email address, user profile details, document content, metadata (e.g., file uploads, versions, shares), IP address, timestamp, device data, user actions and participant-related communication data.

Processing is automated via the Microsoft 365 cloud infrastructure. SharePoint stores and manages data centrally in online libraries and enables real-time collaboration and workflow control. Access is controlled via role-based access rights, and all data transfers are encrypted.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of the personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service is a certified member of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, the UK Extension and the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

Purposes for which the personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is to provide a structured and secure collaborative environment, to manage document processes and content workflows, to share knowledge and to support team collaboration and communication. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party or in order to take steps prior to entering into a contract and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the efficient organization of our internal processes, the guarantee of high-quality cooperation and the protection of sensitive information through technical and organizational measures.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract or necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the operating company with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft SharePoint can be found at https://www.microsoft.com.

43. Data protection provisions about the application and use of MongoDB

MongoDB offers one of the NoSQL databases designed for managing document-oriented information and running big data applications. MongoDB enables developers to build applications faster as it offers a flexible schema architecture that can be easily adapted to changing data requirements. The database is known for its high performance, availability and scalability and is used in a variety of industries and use cases, from start-ups to large enterprises.

When using MongoDB services, including the MongoDB Atlas cloud platform, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, company information, usage data and payment information is processed. This information is necessary to provide the services, manage customer accounts, make support requests and improve the user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: MongoDB, Inc., 1633 Broadway, 38th Floor, New York, NY 10019, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, MongoDB Limited, Building 2, Number One Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 Y3X9, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: MongoDB UK Limited, 12th Floor, 240 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NW, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: MongoDB Switzerland GmbH, Talacker 41, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and administration of the database services. Processing is based on the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party, on the user's Consent (Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR) or on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as improving our databases and ensuring network and information security.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of MongoDB, Inc. can be found at https://www.mongodb.com.

44. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Amazon CloudFront

Amazon CloudFront is a global content delivery network. CloudFront accelerates the delivery of static and dynamic web content, such as .html, .css, .js files and multimedia content, to users by distributing content across a global network of data centers. This improves website and application load speeds, reduces latency and increases security through integration with other Amazon Web Services such as Amazon S3, Elastic Load Balancing and Amazon EC2.

When using Amazon CloudFront, data such as IP addresses, device information, request URLs and timestamps can be processed to efficiently serve user requests and ensure security.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Amazon Web Services, Inc., 410 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109-5210, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL, 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855 Luxembourg, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Amazon Web Services UK Ltd., 1 Principal Place, Worship Street, London, EC2A 2FA, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Amazon Web Services Switzerland GmbH, Mythenquai 10, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of using Amazon CloudFront is the efficient delivery of web content and the improvement of the performance of websites and applications and IT security. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the provision and use of a fast, reliable and secure online experience for users.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. Amazon Web Services may be a certified member of one or more of the Data Privacy Frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Amazon CloudFront can be found at https://aws.amazon.com.

45. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Cloudflare

Cloudflare offers a wide range of services to improve the security, performance and reliability of websites and web applications. Core features include DDoS protection, web application firewall, content delivery network services, secure DNS services and more. By using Cloudflare, we can protect our online presence from cyber-attacks, improve the loading speed of our website and ensure the overall availability of our services.

When using Cloudflare services, data such as IP addresses, system configurations and network traffic information is processed. This information is necessary to ward off threats, optimize data traffic and provide insights into website usage.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Cloudflare, Inc., 101 Townsend Street, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Cloudflare Netherlands B.V., Keizersgracht 62, 1015CS Amsterdam, Netherlands, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Cloudflare, Ltd., County Hall/The Riverside Building, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 7PB, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use of services to secure and optimize websites and web applications. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in ensuring the security, performance and reliability of our online presence.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Cloudflare, Inc. can be found at https://www.cloudflare.com.

46. Data protection provisions about the application and use of jQuery

jQuery is a widely used JavaScript library used by web developers to simplify and speed up HTML document management, event handling, animation and Ajax interactions. The use of jQuery on our website serves to create a smoother and more interactive user experience. When visiting our website, jQuery can be used to collect certain data, such as information about user behavior and interactions on the site. The Processing takes place indirectly and is primarily aimed at improving website performance and user-friendliness.

jQuery itself, as a client-side library, stores or processes Personal Data on its own servers. jQuery is executed in the user's browser and can be used for dynamic content updates by also transmitting data to external servers.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: The jQuery Foundation, c/o OpenJS Foundation, 1 Letterman Drive, Suite D4700, San Francisco, CA 94129, USA.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of using jQuery is to improve the user experience on our website through an efficient interaction experience. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the provision and use of a functional, user-friendly and visually appealing website.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

jQuery's Privacy Policy is available at https://jquery.com/.

47. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Figma

Figma is an innovative design and prototyping software that enables teams to collaborate and create, test and share designs in real time. As a browser-based platform, Figma offers a wide range of tools for UI/UX design, graphic design, and wireframing that make the design process more efficient and interactive. Figma is used by designers, developers and product teams in various industries to create digital products and services.

When using Figma, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, job titles and usage data are processed. This information is necessary to create and manage user accounts, provide and personalize the service, make support requests and offer users a collaborative design environment.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Figma, Inc., 760 Market St, Floor 10, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Figma GmbH, Kurfürstendamm 15, 10719 Berlin acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Figma UK Ltd., 9 Devonshire Square, London, EC2M 4YF, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of the design tool. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in improving the user experience and providing an effective and collaborative design tool.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Figma may be retrieved under https://www.figma.com.

48. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Calendar

Google Calendar is a comprehensive online calendar service from Google LLC that allows users to plan appointments, organize events, set reminders and manage their schedule. The platform supports synchronization across different devices and offers features such as sharing calendars with others, inviting participants to events and integration with other Google services to improve productivity and organization in everyday and professional environments.

When using Google Calendar, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, calendar events, participant lists, and reminder details are processed. This information is necessary to provide the calendar service, to offer users a personalized experience and to facilitate communication and coordination between event participants.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use and improve the calendar service and scheduling. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party or for the initiation of a contract, and on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the optimization of scheduling and organization of appointments.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Calendar can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

49. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Docs

Google Docs is part of Google Workspace, a comprehensive suite of cloud-based productivity tools that allow users to create, edit and collaborate on documents in real time. Google Docs offers features such as word Processing, spreadsheets, presentation creation and more, all within an online environment. It supports collaboration between users through commenting features, editing history and the ability to manage access rights.

When using Google Docs, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, document content and editing activities are processed. This information is necessary to provide the service, enables collaboration between users and offers a personalized user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use and optimize the document editing and collaboration service. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, where the legitimate interest is to promote productivity and collaboration and to provide an efficient and secure document management service.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Docs can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

50. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Gmail

Gmail is a widely used email service. It allows users to send and receive emails, organize messages in folders and use various productivity tools directly within the platform. Gmail is known for its powerful search capabilities, extensive storage capacity and integration with other Google services such as Google Drive and Google Calendar.

When using Gmail, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, email content, contacts and calendar events are processed. This information is necessary to enable email communication, filter spam, identify security risks and offer users a personalized experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use and improve the email service and the integration with other Google services. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the provision and use of an efficient, secure and user-friendly email service.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Gmail can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

51. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Sheets

Google Sheets is an online spreadsheet program that is part of Google Workspace. It allows users to create, edit and collaborate on spreadsheets in real time, regardless of their location. Google Sheets supports a variety of features, including formulas, charts, tables and script automation with Google Apps Script to simplify complex data analysis tasks.

When using Google Sheets, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, content of the created or edited spreadsheets and user interactions within the spreadsheets are processed. This information is necessary to provide and use the service, to enable collaboration between users and to offer a personalized user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of the spreadsheet service. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, where the legitimate interest is to promote productivity and collaboration and to provide an efficient and user-friendly spreadsheet management service.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Sheets can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

52. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Workspace

Google Workspace is a comprehensive suite of cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools. It includes a variety of applications such as Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Drive, Google Calendar and Google Meet that enable businesses, educational institutions and teams to collaborate, communicate and manage projects efficiently. Google Workspace provides seamless integration between its numerous services to create a productive work environment that is accessible from anywhere.

When using Google Workspace, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, calendar events, document content and communication data are processed. This information is necessary to provide the services, to enable collaboration and communication between users and to offer a personalized user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use and optimize productivity and collaboration services. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in promoting the efficiency, productivity and collaboration of teams and organizations.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Workspace can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

53. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Defender for Cloud

We use Microsoft Defender for Cloud to monitor, evaluate and secure our cloud infrastructures and cloud services. The service supports us in identifying security-related risks, analyzing threat scenarios, and adhering to security and compliance requirements in multi-cloud environments. Microsoft Defender for Cloud collects and analyzes security-related information from virtual machines, databases, storage solutions, network components and other platform services. Personal data is also processed if it is part of the monitored systems or protocols. The processed data includes usernames, IP addresses, device information, roles and group memberships, login information, access data, configuration data, location data, event logs and usage logs.

Processing is automated via sensors, connectors and interfaces in Microsoft Azure or connected cloud systems. Microsoft Defender for Cloud carries out threat analyses, reports vulnerabilities, classifies risks and suggests measures for remediation. In addition, automatic responses to security incidents can be triggered. The service is tightly integrated with other Microsoft security features, including Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of processing is to detect and prevent security vulnerabilities, to increase transparency about security risks in cloud infrastructures, to implement compliance requirements and to support the forensic analysis of incidents. Processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the continuous improvement of cloud security, the prevention and defense against cyber-attacks and compliance with legal and internal IT security guidelines.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Defender for Cloud can be retrieved at https://privacy.microsoft.com/.

54. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

We use Microsoft Defender for Endpoint to detect, analyze and defend against threats on endpoint devices. The service offers comprehensive functions for endpoint detection and response (EDR), behavioral analysis, automated investigation of security-relevant events and the implementation of threat prevention measures. When using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, personal data is processed that is generated by the operating system or security events on devices. This includes usernames, device models, operating system versions, IP addresses, device IDs, login data, timestamps of activities, process information, network connections, file paths and location data.

This data is used to identify security-relevant events, classify threats, initiate automatic countermeasures, and document security incidents. Defender for Endpoint creates a security assessment of each device, performs behavior-based analyses, and allows administrators to manage and monitor endpoint security via a central dashboard. Data processing is automated via the Microsoft cloud infrastructure and tightly integrated with Microsoft 365 and Azure security services.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of processing is the comprehensive endpoint protection against malware, ransomware, phishing and other cyber threats, the detection of attack patterns, the analysis of suspicious behavior and the enforcement of security policies. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in preventing security incidents, ensuring secure IT operations, detecting and containing potential attacks and ensuring compliance with internal and legal requirements.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint can be retrieved at https://privacy.microsoft.com/.

55. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Defender for Office 365

We use Microsoft Defender for Office 365 to protect our email communications and connected Office applications from cyberthreats such as phishing, malware, ransomware, spam, and other security-related attacks. The service is fully integrated into Microsoft 365 and analyzes incoming and outgoing emails as well as content within SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams. As part of these protection mechanisms, personal data is processed, in particular data contained in email content, attachments, subject lines, sender data and recipient addresses as well as metadata. In addition, IP addresses, time stamps, device information, login histories and usage data are processed.

Processing is used to identify potential threats, apply protection policies, perform real-time analysis, and notify and log security events. Microsoft Defender for Office 365 uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect threats at an early stage and defend against them automatically. Data processing is automated via the Microsoft cloud infrastructure. Administrators can view security reports, receive alerts, and adjust policies via a central portal.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of processing is to protect against security-related threats in email communication and within the Microsoft 365 environment, to detect and defend against attacks, to analyze security-related incidents and to comply with internal company security requirements. Processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the protection of sensitive communication channels, the prevention of data loss, the integrity of our systems and the protection of our employees and communication partners.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company that operates the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Defender for Office 365 can be retrieved at https://privacy.microsoft.com/.

56. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Analytics

Google Analytics is a tool from Google LLC that provides operators of websites and apps with detailed statistics on traffic and user behavior. It enables the collection and analysis of data on website visits, user interactions and conversion rates, which helps operators to understand and optimize their online presence. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about user behavior, including page views, time spent on the site and the paths users take on the site.

When using Google Analytics, Personal Data such as IP addresses, browser information and interaction data are processed. This data helps website operators to measure the performance of their website, improve the user experience and develop targeted marketing strategies.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the analysis and optimization of websites, apps, and advertising. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in improving the website, increasing user-friendliness and the effectiveness of online marketing.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Analytics can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

57. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Facebook

Facebook is a social network that offers people the opportunity to connect, share content and communicate online. Users can create profiles, post photos and videos, exchange messages and organize themselves into groups. Facebook also offers companies and organizations a platform for advertising and interacting with their target group.

When using Facebook, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, telephone numbers, usage data, location information, and information on shared content is processed. This data is necessary to provide the platform, offer personalized content and advertising, ensure user safety, and develop new services.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Meta Platforms, Inc., 1 Meta Way, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd., Merrion Road, Dublin D04 X2K5, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Meta Platforms Technologies UK Ltd, 10 Brock Street, Regent's Place, London, NW1 3FG, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use and improve the social network functions and network services. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in improving the user experience, providing personalized content and advertising and ensuring the security of the network.

The company that operates the service is located in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Facebook can be found at https://facebook.com.

58. Data protection provisions about the application and use of LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a social network for professional contacts and career development. The platform allows users to create a professional profile, network with colleagues, business partners and potential employers, share professional experiences and skills, and keep up to date with industry news. LinkedIn also provides tools for companies and recruiters to source talent, post job ads and build a brand presence.

When using LinkedIn, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, professional titles and experience, educational background, skills, interests, and platform usage data are processed. This information is necessary to provide and use the service to create networking opportunities, to present personalized content and job offers and to ensure the security of user data.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of the Personal Data is: LinkedIn Corporation, 1000 W. Maude Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, USA.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of network and career services. Processing is based on the Consent of the user (Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR), the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party and on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as marketing and recruitment.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of LinkedIn Corporation can be found at https://www.linkedin.com.

59. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Meta Platforms

Meta Platforms is a technology company that operates several social networks and communication platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. These services enable billions of users worldwide to connect, share content, communicate and build communities around their interests.

When using Meta Platforms' services, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, telephone numbers, profile information, posts, comments, messages, interactions with content and advertising, location data and payment information are processed. This information is used to provide services, ensure user security, offer personalized content and advertising, and improve the user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Meta Platforms, Inc., 1 Meta Way, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd., Merrion Road, Dublin D04 X2K5, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Meta Platforms Technologies UK Ltd, 10 Brock Street, Regent's Place, London, NW1 3FG, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use, provide, manage, and improve the social networks and communication services. Processing is based on the Consent of the user (Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR), the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party and on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as the use and improvement of the services.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Meta Platforms, Inc. can be found at https://www.facebook.com.

60. Data protection provisions about the application and use of YouTube

YouTube is a video sharing and viewing platform used by individuals, artists, businesses, and media companies to publish a variety of content such as music videos, vlogs, educational material and much more. YouTube offers users the ability to upload, share, comment and interact with a broad community.

When using YouTube, Personal Data such as IP addresses, user interactions (e.g., videos viewed, comments), location data (if enabled for services) and information from linked Google accounts are processed. This information is required to provide personalized content and advertising, enable user interactions, keep the platform secure and improve the user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of data processing lies in the use of the video sharing services. Processing is based on the performance of a contract pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, to which the Data Subject is a party, and on legitimate interests pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, such as the use of an efficient video platform, the improvement of the user experience, the use of personalized advertising and the use of embedded videos on our website.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of YouTube can be found at https://policies.google.com.

61. Data protection provisions about the application and use of DHL

DHL is a logistics and express shipping provider that offers a wide range of services for international and domestic parcel shipping, freight transportation, e-commerce solutions and supply chain management. By using DHL's services, we can ship our products and shipments reliably and efficiently to customers worldwide, benefiting from advanced tracking options and customized logistics solutions.

In providing its services, DHL processes Personal Data such as names, addresses, contact details of shippers and recipients, shipment information, and shipment histories. This data is necessary to provide shipping services, track shipments, perform customs clearance and ensure an efficient supply chain.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: DHL Paket GmbH, Sträßchensweg 10, 53113 Bonn, Germany.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use of shipping and logistics services. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party or to take steps prior to entering into a contract. In addition, the Processing may be based on Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR in relation to the fulfillment of legal obligations arising from customs and commercial law.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are obliged to provide us with Personal Data for this Processing activity.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of DHL can be found at https://www.dhl.de.

62. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Acer

Acer is a provider of computers, laptops, and other electronic devices. When using Acer products and services, personal data such as contact details, device information and usage data are processed in order to optimize product services, provide updates, and support customer service. This data is used to improve support, organize repairs and provide personal recommendations.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Acer, Inc., 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Acer UK Limited, Acer House, Heathrow Boulevard 3, 282 Bath Road, West Drayton, UB7 0DQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Acer Europe SA, Via della Posta 28, 6934 Bioggio, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the management of customer service, the provision of software updates and the improvement of product use. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, as it is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, and on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, where the legitimate interest lies in the provision of repairs and software updates.

The company that operates the service is located in a third country, namely Taiwan. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither legally nor contractually required, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Acer may be retrieved under https://www.acer.com/.

63. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Apple

We use various Apple products and services in our organisation and on our website. These include the use of Apple hardware (such as iPads and MacBooks), software solutions and cloud services to optimize our business processes, facilitate communication and provide improved services to our customers. Apple products and services enable us to process, store, and transmit data efficiently to improve the user experience.

This includes, for example, the use of iCloud for data backups, the use of Apple ID to personalize the user experience and the integration of Apple Pay as a secure payment method. Apple, Inc. collects and processes Personal Data to provide these services. This may include information about device usage, location data, purchase history, and app usage data.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Apple, Inc., One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Apple Distribution International Ltd., Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Hollyhill, Cork, Irland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Apple Switzerland AG, Löwenstrasse 29, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of data processing is the use of Apple products and services. The legal basis for Processing is Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, for contracts to which the Data Subject is a party, and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR (legitimate interest) for the Processing necessary to improve our services and products. The legitimate interests include ensuring the security of the services, improving the products and services, and ensuring a personalized user experience.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. Apple may be a certified member of one or more of the Data Privacy Frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Apple, Inc. can be found at https://www.apple.com.

64. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Lenovo

Lenovo is a leading global provider of computers and other technological devices. When using Lenovo products and services, personal data such as serial numbers, contact information and usage data is processed to improve support, process warranty claims and provide customer service. This data is used to manage repairs and maintenance services, provide software updates and offer personalized services.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Lenovo Group Limited, 10 Xibeiwang East Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Lenovo Global Technology International B.V., De Entree 250, Unit A, 1101 EE Amsterdam, Netherlands, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Lenovo Technology (United Kingdom) Limited, Third Floor, 25 Templer Avenue, Farnborough, GU14 6FE, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Lenovo (Schweiz) GmbH, Baslerstrasse 60, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the management of customer service requests, the provision of product updates and the improvement of the user service. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, as it is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, and on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, where the legitimate interest is the improvement of customer support and maintenance of devices.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely Hong Kong. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is neither legally nor contractually required, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with personal data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and Lenovo's applicable privacy policy can be found at https://www.lenovo.com/.

65. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft Corporation is a technology company that develops and offers a wide range of software products, services and devices. These include operating systems such as Windows, office software such as Microsoft Office, cloud services via Microsoft Azure, and hardware products such as the Surface range and Xbox games consoles. Microsoft is committed to providing technological solutions that help increase productivity and entertainment in both the professional and private spheres.

When using Microsoft products and services, Personal Data such as names, email addresses, telephone numbers, usage data of the services and software, content data (e.g., emails, documents, photos), location data and payment information are processed. This information is necessary to provide the services, provide customer support, make product improvements and offer personalized experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is to use, provide, manage and improve the products and services. Processing is based on the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party, the user's Consent (Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR) or on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as improving our services, ensuring security and the use of standard software.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Corporation may be retrieved under https://privacy.microsoft.com.

66. Data protection provisions about the application and use of ChatGPT

ChatGPT is an advanced AI-driven platform that enables natural and informative conversations. This technology supports us in a wide range of applications, including customer service, education, content creation and much more. By interacting with ChatGPT, users can ask questions, receive creative input or find support in solving complex tasks. OpenAI relies on the latest developments in artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide a conversation experience that is as human-like and understanding as possible.

When using ChatGPT, data such as the text entered, questions and contextual information of the conversation are processed. This information enables the AI to generate relevant and personalized responses. The data collected is used to improve the model, increase response quality and create a better user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: OpenAI OpCo, LLC, 3180 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, OpenAI Ireland Limited, 1st Floor, The Liffey Trust Centre, 117-126 Sheriff Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 YC43, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: OpenAI UK Ltd., Suite 1, 3rd Floor, 11-12 St. James's Square, London, SW1Y 4LB, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use of an AI-controlled system. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the development, improvement and provision of innovative services and in increasing economic efficiency.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. OpenAI may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the company that operates the service with Personal Data. However, if you do not provide it, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of OpenAI can be found at https://openai.com.

67. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Claude

Claude is an AI-powered text generation platform developed by Anthropic. Claude offers services for the automated creation of texts and the editing of content. When using Claude, personal data such as interaction data and the texts entered are processed to generate personalized and contextual responses. This data is also used to improve the performance of the AI and ensure that the results are relevant and helpful.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Anthropic PBC, 548 Market Street, PMB 90375, San Francisco, CA 94104, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Anthropic Ireland, Ltd., 6th Floor, South Bank House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, D04 TR29, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is the provision, use and improvement of AI-supported texts. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby the legitimate interest lies in the improvement of performance, user experience and economic efficiency as well as in the use of AI-supported solutions.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract or necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with personal data for this processing operation.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions can be found at https://claude.ai/.

68. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Gemini

Google Gemini is an AI-powered platform developed by Google to deliver personalized and accurate search results and responses to queries. When using Google Gemini, personal data such as search queries, interaction data, inputs, IP addresses and device information are processed to provide relevant and customized answers. This data is also used to optimize the user experience and improve the accuracy of search results.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is to improve search results and provide personalized answers. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby the legitimate interest lies in the personalization of search results and the optimization of the user experience as well as in the use of AI-supported solutions.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is not required by law or contract or necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with personal data for this processing operation.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions can be found at https://gemini.google.com/.

69. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Microsoft Copilot

We use Microsoft Copilot within our organization as an AI-supported assistance tool for productive work - for example, when creating texts, summaries, suggestions or data analysis in documents, e-mails and applications. The service helps us to complete tasks more efficiently, provide knowledge information and creative impetus and automate recurring processes. Personal data can be processed during the process - especially data contained in the work content. Processed data includes employee names, email content, document texts, formulations, context data, metadata on files (including access, processing time), IP addresses, device data and log data on usage.

Processing is automated via the Microsoft 365 cloud infrastructure. Copilot accesses contextual content from Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams to generate suitable suggestions. The data processing steps take place within the Microsoft environment and are subject to technical and organizational security measures such as encryption, role-based access rights and audit logs.

The company that operates the service and therefore the recipient of the personal data is: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, One Microsoft Place, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18, D18 P521, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Microsoft Limited, Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park, Reading, RG6 1WG, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Microsoft Schweiz GmbH, Seestrasse 356, 8038 Zurich, Switzerland.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service is a certified member of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, the UK Extension and the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

Purposes for which the personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is to support employees in the creation of content, to automate workflows, to improve productivity and to increase efficiency in teamwork. The processing is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party and on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. The legitimate interest lies in the modern, AI-supported work organization, the quality assurance of results and the relief of routine tasks.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is not required by law or contract or necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us or the operating company with personal data. However, if you do not provide personal data, you may not be able to use our services or those of the company operating the service.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft 365 can be found at https://www.microsoft.com.

70. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Apple Pay

Apple Pay is a payment service from Apple Inc. that allows users to make payments securely and conveniently using their Apple devices such as iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad and Mac. By using Apple Pay, users can pay in stores, apps and on websites without having to use physical payment cards or cash. When setting up and using Apple Pay, Personal Data such as credit or debit card numbers, transaction data, device information and location data are processed. This information is used to authorize transactions, prevent fraud and improve the user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Apple, Inc., One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Apple Distribution International Ltd., Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Hollyhill, Cork, Irland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Apple Switzerland AG, Löwenstrasse 29, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of using Apple Pay is to provide a secure and convenient payment service. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, as it is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party. In addition, the Processing may be based on Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR if it concerns the improvement of security and fraud prevention, our use of the solution or the acceptance of the Apple Pay payment method.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. Apple may be a certified member of one or more of the Data Privacy Frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with Personal Data for this Processing activity. However, if you do not provide it, you will not be able to use our services.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Apple Pay can be found at https://www.apple.com.

71. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Google Pay

Google Pay is a digital payment service from Google LLC that enables users to make payments securely and conveniently via their mobile devices or the internet. Google Pay supports contactless payments in stores, online purchases and money transfers between users. It integrates various payment methods such as credit cards, debit cards and bank accounts to provide a seamless payment experience. In addition, Google Pay offers features such as storing loyalty cards, gift cards and airline tickets.

When using Google Pay, Personal Data such as names, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, payment information, transaction data and device information are processed. This information is necessary to provide payment services, ensure the security of transactions, prevent fraud and create personalized offers.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Google UK Limited, Belgrave House, 76 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TQ, United Kingdom. The representative under Art. 14 of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) in Switzerland is: Google Switzerland GmbH, Brandschenkestrasse 110, 8002 Zurich, Switzerland.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use and optimization of the payment service. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR for the performance of a contract to which the Data Subject is party and Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, whereby our legitimate interest lies in the provision and use of a secure, efficient and user-friendly payment system.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may be a certified member of one or more of the data privacy frameworks. You can find more information at https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/list. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with Personal Data for this Processing activity. However, if you do not provide it, you will not be able to use our services.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Google Pay can be found at https://policies.google.com/privacy.

72. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Mastercard

Mastercard is a technology company in the payments sector that enables individuals, businesses and organizations to make electronic payments securely and efficiently. Mastercard offers a wide range of payment products and services, including credit, debit and prepaid cards issued by banks and financial institutions and accepted at millions of merchants worldwide. In addition, Mastercard develops innovative payment solutions such as contactless technologies and mobile payment systems to enhance the shopping experience and ensure the security of transactions.

When using Mastercard products and services, Personal Data such as names, card numbers, transaction data (e.g., purchase amounts, purchase data, merchant information), and location data are processed. This information is necessary to authorize transactions, prevent fraud, provide customer service and improve the user experience.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Mastercard, Inc., 2000 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Mastercard Europe SA, Chaussée de Tervuren 198A, 1410 Waterloo, Belgium, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of processing is the use of payment services and the improvement of payment security. Processing is based on the performance of a contract (Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR) to which the Data Subject is party and on legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR), such as the prevention of fraud and the use of cashless payment technologies.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. Mastercard may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with Personal Data for this Processing activity. However, if you do not provide it, you will not be able to use our services.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Mastercard can be found at https://www.mastercard.de.

73. Data protection provisions about the application and use of PayPal

PayPal is a payment service provider that enables us to process payments for our products and services securely and efficiently online. By using PayPal, personal data such as name, address, e-mail address, payment information and transaction data are processed. This data is necessary to authorize payments, verify the identity of the buyer, prevent fraud and process the payment securely. PayPal also uses this information to analyze transactions and improve security measures. In addition, PayPal helps us to optimize the payment process and offer users a convenient payment option.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: PayPal, Inc., 2211 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95131, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, PayPal (Europe) S.à r.l. et Cie, S.C.A., 22-24 Boulevard Royal, 2449 Luxembourg, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Bird & Bird GDPR Representative UK, 12 New Fetter Lane, Holborn, London, EC4A 1JP, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which personal data are to be processed and the legal basis for the processing: The purpose of the processing is to carry out online payments and to ensure a secure payment process. Processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, as it is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the personal data is processed are the contractual relationship between us and the company that operates the service or statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of personal data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are obliged to provide us with personal data for this processing operation.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of PayPal, Inc. can be found at https://www.paypal.com/am/home.

74. Data protection provisions about the application and use of Stripe

Stripe is a technology company that provides powerful and flexible tools for e-commerce, including payment processing, billing, and fiscal management solutions. Stripe enables businesses of all sizes to accept and process online payments, manage subscriptions, and perform fraud prevention. The platform is known for reducing the complexity of financial transactions and making them more secure and user-friendly.

When using Stripe services, Personal Data such as names, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, bank and payment information and transaction data are processed. This information is necessary to provide payment services, prevent fraud, provide customer support and comply with legal requirements.

The company that operates the service and thus the recipient of personal data is: Stripe, Inc., 354 Oyster Point Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94080, USA. For data subjects in the EU and EEA, Stripe Payments Europe Limited, 1 Grand Canal Street Lower, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin, D02 H210, Ireland, acts as contact and representative within the meaning of Art. 27 GDPR. The representative under national law in the United Kingdom is: Stripe Payments UK Ltd., 9th Floor, 107 Cheapside, London, EC2V 6DN, United Kingdom.

Purposes for which the Personal Data is to be processed and the legal basis for the Processing: The purpose of data processing lies in the use of payment processing via Stripe. Processing is based on the performance of a contract pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR, to which the Data Subject is a party, and on legitimate interests pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, such as the improvement of our services, fraud prevention, the use of efficient payment applications, and compliance with legal requirements.

The company that operates the service is based in a third country, namely the USA. Transfers to third countries may be based on the conclusion of Standard Contractual Clauses or other suitable or appropriate safeguards referred to in Art. 46 (2) GDPR. The company that operates the service may have concluded one of the EU Standard Contractual Clauses with us. You can request a copy of the suitable or appropriate safeguards from us.

The criteria for determining the duration for which the Personal Data is processed are the statutory or contractual retention periods. The provision of Personal Data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are not obliged to provide us with Personal Data for this Processing activity. However, if you do not provide it, you will not be able to use our services.

Further information and the applicable data protection provisions of Stripe may be retrieved under https://stripe.com.