Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 23, 2026

Last Updated: January 23, 2026

Introduction

Your privacy matters to me. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit echuir-tech.de or use my services.

I am committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

Data Controller

Echuir Tech Email: m.scholz@echuir-tech.de Location: Germany

Information I Collect

Information You Provide

When you contact me or use my services, I may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Company name (if applicable)
  • Project details and requirements
  • Communication history

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit this website:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Access times and dates

This information is collected through standard web server logs and is used for security, analytics, and website improvement.

How I Use Your Information

I use your personal data to:

  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Provide the services you request
  • Send project updates and communications
  • Improve my website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and security threats

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

I process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: When you contact me or sign up for communications
  • Contract: To fulfill services you’ve requested
  • Legitimate Interest: To improve my services and website security
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

Data Retention

I retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the services you’ve requested
  • Comply with legal obligations (typically 10 years for business records in Germany)
  • Resolve disputes

After this period, I securely delete or anonymize your data.

Data Sharing

I do not sell your personal information. I may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Hosting, email, and other technical services (all GDPR-compliant)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect legal rights
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize data sharing

All third-party service providers are carefully selected and contractually obligated to protect your data.

Your Rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restriction: Limit how I process your data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
  • Complain: File a complaint with your data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact me at: m.scholz@echuir-tech.de

Cookies

This website uses minimal cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
  • Analytics: To understand how visitors use the site (anonymized)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

For details, see the Cookie Policy.

Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Regular security updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular backups

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your data, I cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Data Transfers

Your data is primarily stored on servers within the European Union. If data is transferred outside the EU, I ensure adequate protection through:

  • EU Commission adequacy decisions
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Other GDPR-compliant transfer mechanisms

Children’s Privacy

This website and my services are not directed at children under 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe I have collected such information, please contact me immediately.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated via email if you’ve provided contact information.

Contact Me

For questions about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your data:

Email: m.scholz@echuir-tech.de Supervisory Authority: You may contact your local data protection authority with concerns

Your Consent

By using this website or my services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.