Art Garfunkel Jr. | Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

We take the protection of the data of users of our website and our mobile services very seriously and are committed to safeguarding the information that users provide to us in connection with the use of our website and/or our services.
Your personal data is processed exclusively in accordance with applicable data protection laws, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of data when using our digital offerings (“Services”) via your devices.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the practices described, please discontinue use of our Services. By using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy informs you about:

how we collect data
which data we collect
why we collect this data
to whom data is disclosed
where data is stored
how long data is stored
how we protect data
how we handle data from minors
how changes to this Privacy Policy are made

What Data Do We Collect?

Non-Personal Data

Non-identifiable information that is automatically collected during the use of our services, such as technical data, device information, aggregated usage data, and statistical information.

Personal Data

Information that can be used to identify you, such as:

Name
Email address
Postal address
Telephone number
IP address
Communication content

If personal data is combined with non-personal data, the combined data is treated as personal data.

How Do We Collect Data?

We collect data in particular:

through the use of our website and services
when you actively contact us (e.g., via email, contact form, WhatsApp)
through third-party providers (e.g., social media or login services)
when registering via third-party providers such as Facebook or Google

Why Do We Collect This Data?

The processing of your data occurs for purposes including:

Providing and operating our services
Improving, developing, and optimizing our offerings
Responding to inquiries and communication
Analyzing usage and access patterns
Internal statistical and organizational purposes
Security, fraud prevention, and misuse detection
Compliance with legal obligations
Sending information, updates, or notifications

Promotional emails will only be sent if legally permissible. You may opt-out at any time.

Data Sharing

Your data may be shared with service providers who assist us in operating our services (e.g., hosting, technical support).

Additionally, data is shared only if:

required by law
necessary to enforce our rights
necessary to protect users or the public
there is a corporate or control change

Non-personal data may be shared at our discretion.

Blog and Interaction Areas

Our services may allow public interactions. All content you post there is publicly visible and may be stored or reused by third parties. Posting is at your own risk.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Ensure functionality
Analyze the use of our website
Provide security and prevent fraud

Details can be found in our separate Cookie Policy.

Data Security

Our website is operated through a professional hosting provider. Data is stored on secure servers and transmitted via encrypted HTTPS connections.

Despite extensive security measures, absolute protection cannot be guaranteed. Please do not transmit sensitive information via insecure communication channels.

Data Storage Locations

Non-personal data may be processed worldwide.

Personal data may be stored or processed, among other places, in the following countries:
USA, Ireland, South Korea, Taiwan, Israel, and other countries as required for operational or legal purposes.

When transferring data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate protective measures are in place.

Minors

Our services are generally also aimed at minors. Data processing is carried out in accordance with applicable law. Parents have the right to access, correct, and delete their children’s data.

Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

Access
Rectification
Erasure
Restriction of processing
Data portability
Objection
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

These rights may be subject to legal limitations.

Rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Users in California may request access to their data and request its deletion.
We do not sell any personal information as defined under the CCPA.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated. The current version is always published on this website. We will provide separate notice for any significant changes.

For any questions regarding the privacy policy or the processing of your data, you can reach us via the following official contact channels:

Postal Address:
Art Garfunkel Jr.

c/o Attorney

Sebastian Köditz
Bahnhofstr. 5
69115 Heidelberg
Germany

Or via E-Mail:
art@artgarfunkeljunior.com

Last Updated: 14.12.2025