Privacy

Server log files

Each time our website is accessed, the server on which the website is operated automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the accessing computer.

Each data record consists of:

• the page requesting the file

• the file name

• the date and time of the request

• the data volume transferred

• the access status (file transferred, file not found, etc.)

• a description of the type of web browser used

• the requesting domain

• the requesting IP address, anonymized (by zeroing the last two blocks of digits so that it is impossible to identify an individual person)

The stored data is evaluated by the hosting provider exclusively for statistical purposes and, if necessary, for troubleshooting or hazard prevention. Such data will not be merged with other data sources.

The basis for such data processing is Art. 6 para. 1 b GDPR, which permits the processing of data for the fulfillment of a contract or pre-contractual measures. We have concluded an order processing contract with the provider.

SSL/TLS encryption

This site uses SSL/TLS encryption for security reasons and to protect the transmission of confidential content, such as orders or inquiries that you send to us as the site operator. An encrypted connection is recognizable by the address line of the browser changing from “http://” to “https://” and by the lock symbol in your browser line.

If SSL/TLS encryption is activated, the data you transmit to us in general cannot be read by third parties.

Server location

This website is operated on servers located in the Federal Republic of Germany.

Cookies

This website does not set any cookies. There is only one case in which a cookie can be set optionally at your own request. See the following section on “Matomo”.

Newsletter

Consent to be sent the newsletter via "Mailingwork"

We use the “Mailingwork” internet service to optimize our newsletter and in particular to adapt it to the respective needs and interests of our customers.

The following information provides you with information about the newsletter content as well as the registration, dispatch and statistical evaluation procedures and your rights of objection. In order to receive our newsletter, please give your consent to the procedure as described by checking the relevant box when registering. Without your consent, we will unfortunately not be able to send you a newsletter for reasons of data protection.

Newsletter content

We only send newsletters, e-mails and other electronic notifications containing advertising information (hereinafter “newsletters”) when consented to by recipient or when legally permitted. Our newsletters contain information about APIS news, company development, new products and their release date, as well as advance notice of new services.

Registration data

If you would like to receive our newsletter, we need a valid e-mail address from you. To be able to address you in person, we ask you to provide us with your title and name. We use this data exclusively for the dispatch of our newsletter. When you register for our newsletter, data is collected that allows us to make the registration process verifiable. For that purpose, we store the time of registration and IP addresses.

Double opt-in and logging

The registration for our newsletter takes place in a so-called double opt-in procedure, meaning that after registering, you will receive an e-mail asking you to confirm your registration.

Subscriptions to the newsletter are logged in order to be able to prove the registration process as required by law. That includes storing the time of registration and confirmation as well as the IP address.

Deploying the mailing service provider “Mailingwork”

The newsletter is sent via “Mailingwork”, a newsletter platform of Mailingwork GmbH, Schönherrstraße 8, 09113 Chemnitz, Germany.

Statistical surveys and analysis

“Mailingwork” is a service to organize and analyze, among other things, newsletter dispatch. The data you enter for the purpose of subscribing to the newsletter is stored on the servers of Mailingwork GmbH.

The newsletter and the associated performance measurement are sent on the basis of the consent of the recipients in accordance with Art. 6 sec. 1 a, Art. 7 GDPR in conjunction with Art. 7 sec. 2 clause 3 UWG (German law against unfair competition) or, if consent is not required, on the basis of our legitimate interests in direct marketing in accordance with Art. 6 sec. 1 f GDPR in conjunction with Section 7 (3) UWG.

The registration process is logged on the basis of our legitimate interests in accordance with Art. 6 sec. 1 f GDPR. We are interested in using a user-friendly and secure newsletter system that serves both our business interests and the expectations of users and allows us to provide proof of consent.

The lawfulness of the data processing operations that have already taken place remains unaffected by the revocation. The data you provide us with for the purpose of subscribing to the newsletter will be stored until you unsubscribe from the newsletter. After you unsubscribe from the newsletter, we may store the unsubscribed e-mail addresses for up to three years on the basis of our legitimate interest before deleting them in order to be able to prove that consent was given previously. The processing of such data is limited to the purpose of a possible defense against claims.

Cancellation/revocation

You may unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time, i.e., revoke your consent. You will find a link to unsubscribe from the newsletter at the end of each newsletter.

Specific information on the application procedure

Data concerned:

• Information given during the application process

Purpose of processing:

• Conducting the application process

• Conducting the recruitment process, if applicable

Categories of recipients:  

• Public authorities in case prevailing legal provisions

• External service providers or other contractors

• Other external parties, provided the data subject has given their consent or transmission is permitted for reasons of prevailing interest

Duration of data storage:

• Application data will in general be deleted within six months after notification of the decision, unless consent has been given for longer data storage or there is no evaluation or processing of legal claims (e.g., under the Equal Treatment Act) to prevent deletion. We work together with the application platform of the service provider Workwise GmbH, About, to handle application procedures in our company. Recruitment on behalf of job seekers or employers is not order processing, but the use of a third-party specialist service provided by an independent controller (LDA-Bayern, FAQ list dated July 20, 2018). Further information on data protection by the service provider Workwise GmbH are available in the privacy policy.

• If your application results in an employment, the data will be stored for the purpose of processing the employment relationship in accordance with the statutory provisions.

Specific information on the processing of the data of (prospective) customers

Data concerned:

• Data provided for the performance of the contract; any additional data for processing on the basis of your express consent

Purpose of processing:

• Contract initiation and performance

Categories of recipients: 

• Public authorities in case prevailing legal provisions

• External service providers or other contractors

• Other external parties, provided the data subject has given their consent or transmission is permitted for reasons of prevailing interest

• In order to better support our American and Asian customers, we reserve the right to forward data to our subsidiaries in the USA and China for processing if the customer/prospect data is located in these countries.

Transfer to third countries:

• Processors outside the European Union may also be used in the performance of the contract.

Duration of data storage:  

• The duration of data storage depends on the statutory retention obligations and is in general 10 years.

Specific information on the processing of employee data

Data concerned: 

• Data provided for the performance of the contract; any additional data for processing on the basis of your express consent

Purpose of processing:

• Contract performance

Categories of recipients:

• Public authorities in case prevailing legal provisions

• External service providers or other contractors

• Other external parties, provided the data subject has given their consent or transmission is permitted for reasons of prevailing interest

Duration of data storage:   

• The duration of data storage depends on the statutory retention obligations and is in general 10 years.

Specific information on the processing of the data of suppliers/service providers

Data concerned: 

• Data provided for the performance of the contract; any additional data for processing on the basis of your express consent

Purpose of processing:

• Contract performance

Categories of recipients:

• Public authorities in case prevailing legal provisions

• External service providers or other contractors

• Other external parties, provided the data subject has given their consent or transmission is permitted for reasons of prevailing interest

Duration of data storage:   

• The duration of data storage depends on the statutory retention obligations and is in general 10 years.

Rights of data subjects; further information and contact details

In addition, you may assert your rights to information, rectification or erasure or to restriction of the processing or you may exercise your right to object to the processing as well as the right to data portability at any time. You may contact us by e-mail or mail. You also have the right to contact a competent supervisory data protection authority if you have reason for complaint.