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Overview

The following information provides an easily navigable overview of what happens to your personal data when you visit this website. “Personal data” refers to all data that can be used to personally identify you.

If you have any questions regarding data protection or require further information, please contact:
alexander.v.lygin@gmail.com

We process personal data (hereinafter also referred to as “data”) only to the extent necessary to provide a functional and user-friendly website, including its content and services.

According to Art. 4 No. 1 of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”), “processing” means any operation performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means, including collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure, restriction, erasure, or destruction.

This privacy policy informs you about the type, scope, purpose, duration, and legal basis of the processing of your personal data under our control or in cooperation with third parties. It also explains the third-party components we use to enhance our website, which may result in third parties processing your data.

Structure of this Privacy Policy

  1. Information about the data controller
  2. Your rights under the GDPR
  3. Information on data processing
  4. Data collected via this website
  5. Plug-ins and tools used

I. Data Controller

Dr. Alexander Lygin
Wilhelminenstraße 1
64347 Griesheim
Germany
E-Mail: alexander.v.lygin@gmail.com

The controller is the natural or legal person who alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data.

II. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR): Obtain confirmation of whether data concerning you is being processed and access to such data.
  • Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): Request correction or completion of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): Request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR): Demand restriction of processing under certain circumstances.
  • Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR): Receive your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format and have it transmitted to another controller.
  • Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR): Object to processing based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, particularly regarding direct marketing.
  • Right to lodge a complaint (Art. 77 GDPR): File a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe the processing of your personal data violates data protection laws.

The controller is obliged to inform recipients of any rectification, erasure, or restriction of processing unless this proves impossible or involves disproportionate effort (Art. 19 GDPR).

III. General Information on Data Processing

Some data is collected automatically when you visit this website. Other data is provided by you, for example, via the contact form. The collected data may include technical details (e.g., browser, operating system, time of access), which help ensure the proper functioning of the website or analyze user behavior.

Personal data will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose for storage ceases to apply, unless statutory obligations require retention.

IV. Data Collected on This Website

1. Server Log Files

When accessing this website, the following information is automatically collected and stored in server log files:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system used
  • Referrer URL
  • Hostname of the accessing computer
  • Time of the server request
  • IP address

This data is not merged with other data sources. It is processed based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, with our legitimate interest being the secure and optimal operation of the website. Data is stored for no longer than 7 days unless needed for evidence in a security-related incident.

2. Hosting

This website is hosted on WordPress.com:

Automattic Inc.
60 29th Street #343
San Francisco, CA 94110
USA

Privacy policy: https://wordpress.org/about/privacy

Personal data collected on this website is stored on the servers of the hosting provider and may include IP addresses, contact details, communication metadata, and website usage data. Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (contractual necessity) and Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in secure and efficient service delivery). The host acts on our instructions and processes data only to the extent necessary.

3. Cookies

a) Session Cookies

We use session cookies to improve functionality, usability, and security. These cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(b) or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, depending on context.

b) Third-party Cookies

Our website may use cookies from external providers for analytics or advertising. Details are provided below in section 5. The legal basis and purposes are specified for each third-party integration.

c) Managing Cookies

You can disable or delete cookies via your browser settings. Instructions vary by browser; please refer to your browser’s help section. Note: Flash cookies must be managed via your Flash player settings. Disabling cookies may impact website functionality.

4. Contact via Email or Contact Form

If you contact us, your data (e.g., name, email, message) will be processed for the purpose of handling your inquiry, based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract performance) or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest). Your data will be deleted once your request is fully processed, unless legal retention obligations apply.

V. Plug-ins and Tools

Google Web Fonts (Local Hosting)

This website uses Google Web Fonts to ensure uniform font display. Fonts are hosted locally, so no data is transmitted to Google servers.
More info: https://developers.google.com/fonts/faq
Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

VI. Additional Information

Data Security

We take data protection seriously and comply with applicable laws. However, internet-based data transmission (e.g., via email) can have security gaps. Absolute protection from third-party access is not guaranteed.

Revocation of Consent

If data processing is based on your consent, you can revoke this at any time by emailing us. The lawfulness of processing prior to revocation remains unaffected.

Objection to Data Processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

You have the right to object to processing based on Art. 6(1)(e) or (f) GDPR for reasons arising from your particular situation. If your data is processed for direct marketing, you may object at any time without providing reasons. After your objection, your data will no longer be processed for these purposes.

Right to Lodge a Complaint

You may file a complaint with a data protection authority in your country of residence or the place of the alleged violation.

Right to Data Portability

You may request to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format or request its transfer to another controller, where technically feasible.

Right to Restrict Processing

You may request restriction of processing in certain situations (e.g., data inaccuracy, unlawful processing, pending objection under Art. 21 GDPR).

Rejection of Unsolicited Advertising Emails

We object to the use of contact data published under the legal notice obligations for sending unsolicited promotional material. We reserve the right to take legal action against such practices.

Contact

For any questions regarding data protection, please contact:
alexander.v.lygin@gmail.com