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Privacy Policy (Overview)

This Privacy Policy explains how we process personal data when you visit our website. “Personal data” refers to all information that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly. The details below outline what data we collect, for what purposes, and which rights you have under the GDPR.

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1. Data Controller

Centec GmbH
Wilhelm-Röntgen-Straße 10
63477 Maintal, Germany

Phone: +49 6181 18780
Email: info@centec.de

The data controller is the entity that determines the purposes and means of processing your personal data.

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2. How We Collect Personal Data

Data provided directly by you

We collect data you actively submit, e.g., through contact forms or newsletter registrations.

Data collected automatically

When you visit our website, technical data is automatically processed by our IT systems (e.g., browser type, operating system, IP address, date/time of access, referring pages).
This data is required to ensure website functionality and security.

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3. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing

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We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • Website operation and security (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)

  • Responding to inquiries (Art. 6(1)(b) or (f) GDPR)

  • Analytics and performance optimisation (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR, if consent is required)

  • Newsletter delivery (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

Your data is processed only to the extent necessary and in compliance with applicable legal requirements.

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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure technical functionality, enhance usability, and analyse website usage.

  • Essential cookies: Required for website operation.

  • Analytics cookies: Used only with your consent.

  • Marketing or third-party cookies: Used only if explicitly approved by you.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or via the cookie banner.

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5. Server Log Files

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For security and diagnostic purposes, our hosting provider automatically records:

  • Browser type/version

  • Operating system

  • Referrer URL

  • Hostname of accessing device

  • Timestamp of access

  • IP address

This data is not merged with other sources. Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

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6. Web Analytics

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If you consent, we use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to evaluate website usage.

Analytics providers may process:

  • IP addresses (in anonymized form)

  • Device information

  • Interaction and navigation data

Data is transferred to third countries only under GDPR-compliant safeguards (e.g., EU Standard Contractual Clauses).

You may withdraw your consent at any time with future effect.

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7. Newsletter

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To subscribe, you must provide a valid email address and confirm ownership.
We use this data exclusively for sending the requested newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email.
The legality of prior processing remains unaffected.

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8. Plugins and Embedded Services

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Our website may use third-party integrations (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, Google Maps, Google Web Fonts).
When accessing pages with embedded content, your IP address and other technical data may be transmitted to the respective provider.

Third-country transfers occur only under legally compliant safeguards.
Further details can be found in the providers’ privacy policies.

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9. Your Rights Under the GDPR

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You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”) (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

  • Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)

  • Right to withdraw consent at any time (Art. 7 GDPR)

  • Right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)

To exercise any rights, contact us at the details listed above.

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10. Data Protection Officer

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Dr. Robert Koukol
Centec GmbH
Wilhelm-Röntgen-Straße 10
63477 Maintal, Germany


Email: info@centec.de

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11. Security of Processing

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We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, and unlawful disclosure.
Please note that data transmission over the internet can involve security risks.

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12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal, technical, or organizational changes. The latest version is always available on this website.

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