Privacy Policy (English Translation)
Controller
The responsible entity within the meaning of data protection laws, in particular the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), is:
Controller
RASCH-METALLE GmbH & Co. KG
Auf dem Esch 17
33619 Bielefeld
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 521 1084-0
Fax: +49 (0) 521 1084-910
dataprotection(at)rasch-metalle.com
www.rasch-metalle.com
Link to legal notice: https://www.rasch-metalle.de/?id=72

YOUR RIGHTS AS A DATA SUBJECT
Using the contact details of our Data Protection Officer, you may exercise the following rights at any time:
Access to your data stored with us and information about its processing (Art. 15 GDPR),
Rectification of inaccurate personal data (Art. 16 GDPR),
Erasure of your data stored with us (Art. 17 GDPR),
Restriction of processing if we are not yet allowed to delete your data due to legal obligations (Art. 18 GDPR),
Objection to the processing of your data (Art. 21 GDPR), and
Data portability, provided you have consented to the data processing or have entered into a contract with us (Art. 20 GDPR).
If you have given us your consent, you may revoke it at any time with effect for the future.
You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority at any time, e.g. with the authority responsible for your place of residence or with the authority responsible for us.
A list of supervisory authorities (for the non-public sector) with addresses is available at: www.bfdi.bund.de/DE/Infothek/Anschriften_Links/anschriften_links-node.html.

COLLECTION OF GENERAL INFORMATION WHEN VISITING OUR WEBSITE
TYPE AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING
When you access our website, i.e. when you do not register or otherwise transmit information, general technical information is automatically collected. This information (server log files) includes, for example, the type of web browser used, the operating system, the domain name of your Internet service provider, your IP address, and similar data. These are exclusively technical data that do not allow conclusions about your identity.
They are processed for the following purposes:
Ensuring a smooth connection to the website,
Ensuring the smooth use of our website,
Evaluation of system security and stability, and
Other administrative purposes.
We do not use your data to draw conclusions about your person. Information of this kind may be statistically evaluated to optimize our website and its technology.
LEGAL BASIS
Processing is carried out in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR based on our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website.
RECIPIENTS
Recipients of the data may be technical service providers acting as processors for the operation and maintenance of our website.
STORAGE PERIOD
Data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required for the purpose for which it was collected. For data necessary for providing the website, this is typically the case when the session ends.
PROVISION REQUIRED OR NECESSARY
The provision of the above-mentioned personal data is neither legally nor contractually required. However, without the IP address the service and functionality of our website cannot be guaranteed. Individual services may also become unavailable. For this reason, an objection is excluded.

COOKIES
TYPE AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING
Like many other websites, we also use “cookies.” Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They allow us to automatically receive certain data such as IP address, browser used, operating system, and Internet connection.
Cookies cannot be used to launch programs or transmit viruses. They help make navigation easier and ensure correct display of our website.
We do not pass data collected through cookies to third parties nor link it to personal data without your consent.
Of course, you may also view our website without cookies. Browsers are usually set to accept cookies automatically, but you can disable this option in your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain website functions.
STORAGE PERIOD AND COOKIES USED
We use the consent tool “Real Cookie Banner” to manage cookies, similar technologies (tracking pixels, web beacons), and related consents. Information about how this tool works can be found at https://devowl.io/de/rcb/datenverarbeitung/.
Legal bases:
Art. 6 (1) lit. c GDPR and Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.
Our legitimate interest: administration of cookies and consents.
Providing personal data is neither legally nor contractually required. However, without it we cannot manage your cookie consents.
If you allow us to use cookies, the following cookies may be used:
collect, _gid, _gat (session)
_ga (2 years)
__cfduid (1 year)
Instructions on how to delete or block cookies can be found at:
Firefox: support.mozilla.org/de/kb/cookies-loeschen-daten-von-websites-entfernen
Internet Explorer: support.microsoft.com/de-de/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies
Chrome: support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416
Opera: www.opera.com/de/help
Safari: support.apple.com/kb/PH17191

CONTACT FORM
TYPE AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING
The data you enter is stored for the purpose of individual communication. A valid email address and your name are required to assign and answer your request. Additional data is optional.
LEGAL BASIS
Processing is based on our legitimate interest in enabling easy contact with us (Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR).
If you contact us regarding a quote, processing is carried out to perform pre-contractual measures (Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR).
RECIPIENTS
Recipients may be processors.
STORAGE PERIOD
Data is deleted no later than 6 months after handling your request.
If a contractual relationship arises, statutory retention periods apply.
PROVISION REQUIRED OR NECESSARY
Providing your data is voluntary, but we cannot process your request without name, email address, and reason for contact.

USE OF GOOGLE ANALYTICS
TYPE AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING
This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043 USA.
Google Analytics uses cookies that allow an analysis of website usage. IP anonymization is enabled, meaning your IP address is shortened within the EU/EEA. Only in exceptional cases is the full IP address sent to a Google server in the USA and shortened there.
Google uses this data to evaluate website use, compile reports, and perform related services.
IP addresses transmitted by your browser via Google Analytics are not merged with other Google data.
Processing purposes:
Analysis of website usage and compilation of activity reports, plus related services.
LEGAL BASIS
Processing is based on user consent (Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR).
RECIPIENTS
Google, as processor. A data processing agreement with Google has been concluded.
STORAGE PERIOD
Data is deleted once no longer required for our recording purposes.
TRANSFER TO THIRD COUNTRIES
Google processes data in the USA and is certified under the EU-US Privacy Shield. Standard contractual clauses are also in place.
PROVISION REQUIRED OR NECESSARY
Providing data is voluntary but disabling it may limit website functionality.
REVOCATION OF CONSENT
You may prevent cookie storage via browser settings. You can also install the browser add-on to disable Google Analytics.
Alternatively, you can disable Google Analytics on our website using an opt-out cookie.
PROFILING
Google Analytics may create pseudonymized user profiles to analyze behavior and interests.

USE OF GOOGLE MAPS
TYPE AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING
We use Google Maps to display interactive maps. Service provider: Google LLC.
More information on Google’s data processing and settings is available in Google’s privacy policy and privacy center.
LEGAL BASIS
Your consent (Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR).
RECIPIENTS
Google receives information about your visit to our site, even if you are not logged into a Google account.
If logged in, data may be linked to your Google profile.
STORAGE PERIOD
We do not collect personal data through Google Maps integration.
THIRD-COUNTRY TRANSFER
Google processes data in the USA under the EU-US Privacy Shield.
REVOCATION OF CONSENT
Disable JavaScript in your browser to prevent data transmission. This will restrict website usability.

SOCIAL PLUGINS
TYPE AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING
We use social plugins from the providers listed below. Plugins are deactivated by default and must be manually enabled via a 2-click solution.
We do not collect personal data through these plugins. Once activated, data may be transferred to the respective providers, including at least IP address and device information, and stored as cookies.
Please refer to the privacy policies of the providers for details.
We use social media buttons for: Instagram, Facebook, Xing, LinkedIn.

SSL ENCRYPTION
To protect your data during transmission, we use SSL or comparable encryption technologies via HTTPS.

PROCESSORS USED
The following organizations or companies are commissioned with data processing:
Mittwald
Google

CHANGES TO OUR PRIVACY POLICY
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy to comply with legal requirements or to reflect changes in our services.

QUESTIONS TO THE DATA PROTECTION OFFICER
If you have questions about data protection, please contact:
RASCH-METALLE GmbH & Co. KG
Auf dem Esch 17
33619 Bielefeld
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 521 1084-0
Fax: +49 (0) 521 1084-910
dataprotection[at]rasch-metalle.com
www.rasch-metalle.com
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