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Data protection information

The following data protection declaration applies to the use of our online offer
www.formconsult.de

We attach great importance to data protection. The collection and processing of your personal data takes place in compliance with the applicable data protection regulations, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We collect and process your personal data in order to be able to offer you the above-mentioned portal. This statement describes how and for what purposes your information is collected and used and what choices you have regarding personal information.

By using this website, you consent to the collection, use and transfer of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. The person
responsible for the collection, processing and use of your personal data within the meaning of Art. 4 No. 7 GDPR is

Formconsult Werkzeugbau GmbH
Authorized managing director: Stephan Hoffmann
At Asbacher Straße 36
98574 Schmalkalden
Tel.: +49 3683 7928-0
Fax: +49 3683 7928-30
E-mail: This email address is protected from spambots! JavaScript must be enabled to display. 
Web: www.formconsult.de

If you wish to object to the collection, processing or use of your data by us in accordance with these data protection regulations as a whole or for individual measures, you can address your objection to the person responsible. You can save and print this data protection declaration at any time.

2. General Use of the Site

2.1 Hosting
The hosting services we use serve to provide the following services: infrastructure and platform services, computing capacity, storage space and database services, security services and technical maintenance services, which we use for the purpose of operating the website. In doing so, we, or our hosting provider, process inventory data, contact data, content data, contract data, usage data, meta and communication data from customers, interested parties and visitors to this online offering based on our legitimate interests in the efficient and secure provision of this online offering in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 f) GDPR in conjunction with Art. 28 GDPR.

2.2 Access data
We collect information about you when you use this website. We automatically collect information about your usage behavior and your interaction with us and register data about your computer or mobile device. We collect, store and use data about every access to our online offering (so-called server log files).
Access data includes:

  • Name and URL of the retrieved file
  • Date and time of retrieval
  • amount of data transferred
  • Message about successful retrieval (HTTP response code)
  • Browser type and browser version
  • Operating system
  • Referer URL (i.e. the previously visited page)
  • Websites that are accessed by the user's system via our website
  • The user's Internet service provider
  • IP address and the requesting provider

We use this log data without assigning it to you personally or other profiling for statistical evaluations for the purposes of operation, security and optimization of our online offering, but also to anonymously record the number of visitors to our website (traffic) as well as the extent and type of Use of our website and services, also for billing purposes, to measure the number of clicks received from cooperation partners. This information allows us to provide personalized and location-based content, analyze traffic, troubleshoot and troubleshoot, and improve our services.

This is also our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 f) GDPR.

We reserve the right to subsequently check the log data if there is reasonable suspicion of unlawful use based on concrete evidence. We store IP addresses in the log files for a limited period of time if this
is necessary for security purposes or is necessary for the provision of services or the billing of a service, e.g. B. if you use one of our offers. After canceling the order process or after receipt of payment, we delete the IP address if it is no longer required for security purposes. We also store IP addresses if we have a concrete suspicion of a crime in connection with the use of our website. We also store the date of your last visit as part of your account (e.g. when registering, logging in, clicking on links, etc.).

2.3 Cookies
We use so-called session cookies to optimize our online offering. A session cookie is a small text file that is sent by the respective servers when you visit a website and temporarily stored on your hard drive. This file as such contains a so-called session ID, which can be used to assign various requests from your browser to the shared session. This allows your computer to be recognized when you return to our website. These cookies are deleted after you close your browser. They serve e.g. This means, for example, that you can use the shopping cart function across multiple pages.

We also use persistent cookies (also small text files that are stored on your device) to a small extent, which remain on your device and enable us to recognize your browser the next time you visit. These cookies are stored on your hard drive and delete themselves after the specified time. Their lifespan is 1 month to 10 years. This allows us to present our offering to you in a more user-friendly, effective and secure manner and, for example, to show you information on the site that is specifically tailored to your interests.

Our legitimate interest in using cookies in accordance with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 f) GDPR is to make our website more user-friendly, effective and secure.

The following data and information is stored in the cookies:

  • Login information
  • Language settings
  • entered search terms
  • Information about the number of visits to our website and the use of individual functions of our website.

When the cookie is activated, it is assigned an identification number and your personal data is not assigned to this identification number. Your name, your IP address or similar data that would enable the cookie to be assigned to you will not be placed in the cookie. Based on cookie technology, we only receive pseudonymized information, for example about which pages of our shop were visited, which products were viewed, etc.

You can set your browser so that you are informed in advance about the setting of cookies and can decide on a case-by-case basis whether you want to exclude the acceptance of cookies for certain cases or in general, or whether cookies
are prevented completely. This may limit the functionality of the website.

2.4 E-mail contact
If you contact us (e.g. via contact form or e-mail), we will save your details in order to process the request and in the event that follow-up questions arise.

This is also our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 f) GDPR.

We only store and use other personal data if you consent to this or if this is legally permissible without special consent.

2.5 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analysis service from Google Inc. (“Google”). Google has submitted and certified itself to the Privacy Shield Agreement concluded between the European Union and the USA. As a result, Google commits itself to complying with the standards and regulations of European data protection law.
Further information can be found in the entry linked below:
https://www.privacyshield.gov/participant?id=a2zt000000001L5AAI&status=Active
. Google Analytics uses so-called “cookies”, text files that are stored on your computer and that enable your use of the website to be analyzed.
The information generated by the cookie about the use of this website by site visitors is usually transmitted to a Google server in the USA and stored there.

This is also our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 f) GDPR.

However, if IP anonymization is activated on this website, your IP address will be shortened beforehand by Google within member states of the European Union or in other contracting states to the Agreement on the European Economic Area. Only in exceptional cases will the full IP address be transmitted to a Google server in the USA and shortened there. IP anonymization is active on this website. On our behalf, Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the website, to compile reports on website activity and to provide us with other services relating to website activity and internet usage.
The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics is not merged with other Google data. You can prevent the storage of cookies by setting your browser software accordingly; However, we would like to point out that in this case you may not be able to use all functions of this website to their full extent.

You can also prevent the data generated by the cookie and related to your use of the website (including your IP address) from being transmitted to Google and the processing of this data by Google by
downloading the browser plug-in available under the following link and install: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=de .

As an alternative to the browser plug-in or within browsers on mobile devices, you can click on the following link to set an opt-out cookie, which will prevent future collection by Google Analytics within this website (this opt-out cookie only works in this browser and only for this domain. If you delete the cookies in your browser, you must click this link again): deactivate Google Analytics

2.6 Storage period
Unless specifically stated, we only store personal data for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes pursued.

3. Processing of inventory data
We also process the inventory data described below.

3.1 Newsletter
In order to send you our newsletter, we use the so-called double opt-in procedure. Only if you have previously expressly confirmed to us that you want to receive the newsletter will we send you an activation email and ask you to confirm that you would like to receive our newsletter by clicking on a link contained in this email . You can cancel your registration at any time without incurring any costs other than the transmission costs according to the basic tariffs. A message in text form to the contact details mentioned under point 1 (e.g. e-mail, fax, letter) is sufficient for this. Of course, you will also find an unsubscribe link in every newsletter.

3.2 Legal basis and storage period
The legal basis for data processing according to the above paragraphs is Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 a), b) and f) GDPR. Our interests in data processing include, in particular, the initiation, conclusion and fulfillment of contracts as well as direct advertising and
product information. Unless specifically stated, we only store personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes pursued or as required by law.

4. Your rights as a data subject
You have various rights regarding your personal data under applicable laws. If you would like to assert these rights, please send your request by email or post to the address given in section 1, clearly identifying yourself.
Below you will find an overview of your rights.

4.1 Right to confirmation and information
You have the right at any time to receive confirmation from us as to whether personal data relating to you is being processed. If this is the case, you have the right to request free information from us about the personal data stored about you and a copy of this data. Furthermore, you have the right to the following information:

  1. the processing purposes;
  2. the categories of personal data being processed;
  3. the recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data have been or will be disclosed, in particular recipients in third countries or international organizations;
  4. if possible, the planned period for which the personal data will be stored or, if this is not possible, the criteria for determining that period;
  5. the existence of a right to rectification or deletion of personal data concerning you or to restriction of processing by the controller or a right to object to such processing;
  6. the existence of a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority;
  7. if the personal data is not collected from you, all available information about the origin of the data;
  8. the existence of automated decision-making including profiling in accordance with Article 22 paragraphs 1 and 4 GDPR and - at least in these cases - meaningful information about the logic involved as well as the scope and
    intended effects of such processing for you. If personal data is transferred to a third country or an international organization, you have the right to
    be informed about the appropriate guarantees in accordance with Art. 46 GDPR in connection with the transfer.

4.2 Right to correction
You have the right to request that we immediately correct incorrect personal data concerning you. Taking into account the purposes of the processing, you have the right to request that incomplete personal data be completed, including by means of a supplementary statement.

4.3 Right to deletion ("Right to be forgotten")
Pursuant to Article 17 Paragraph 1 GDPR, you have the right to request that we delete personal data concerning you immediately, and we are obliged to delete personal data immediately if one of the following
reasons applies:

  1. The personal data are no longer necessary for the purposes for which they were collected or otherwise processed.
  2. You revoke your consent on which the processing was based in accordance with Article 6 Paragraph 1 Sentence 1 a) GDPR or Article 9 Paragraph 2 a) GDPR and there is no other legal basis for the processing.
  3. You object to the processing in accordance with Art. 21 Para. 1 GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate reasons for the processing, or you object to the processing in accordance with Art. 21 Para. 2 GDPR.
  4. The personal data was processed unlawfully.
  5. The deletion of personal data is necessary to comply with a legal obligation under Union or Member State law to which we are subject.
  6. The personal data was collected in relation to information society services offered in accordance with Article 8 (1) GDPR.

If we have made the personal data public and we are obliged to delete it in accordance with Article 17 Para. 1 GDPR, we will take appropriate measures, including technical ones, taking into account the available technology and the implementation costs, to ensure that those responsible for data processing who have the personal data to inform you that you have requested the deletion of all links to, or copies or replications of, that personal data.

4.4 Right to restrict processing
You have the right to request that we restrict processing if one of the following conditions applies:

  1. the accuracy of the personal data is contested by you for a period enabling us to verify the accuracy of the personal data,
  2. the processing is unlawful and you refused the deletion of the personal data and instead requested the restriction of the use of the personal data;
  3. we no longer need the personal data for the purposes of processing, but you need the data to assert, exercise or defend legal claims, or
  4. You have objected to the processing in accordance with Article 21 Para. 1 GDPR as long as it is not yet clear whether our company's legitimate reasons outweigh yours.

4.5 Right to data portability
You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you that you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format, and you have the right to transmit this data to another controller without
hindrance from us, provided

  1. the processing is based on consent in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 a) GDPR or Art. 9 Para. 2 a) GDPR or on a contract in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 b) GDPR and
  2. the processing takes place using automated procedures. When exercising your right to data portability in accordance with paragraph 1, you have the right to have the personal data transmitted directly from us to another person responsible, to the extent that this is technically feasible.

4.6 Right to object
You have the right, for reasons arising from your particular situation, to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you, which is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 Para. 1 Sentence 1 e) or f) GDPR; This also applies to profiling based on these provisions. We will no longer process the personal data unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing that outweigh your interests, rights and freedoms, or the processing serves to assert, exercise or defend legal claims.

If we process personal data for the purpose of direct advertising, you have the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you for the purpose of such advertising; This also applies to profiling insofar as it is connected to such direct advertising. You have the right, for reasons arising from your particular situation, to object to the processing of personal data concerning you that is
carried out for scientific or historical research purposes or for statistical purposes in accordance with Article 89 (1) GDPR unless the processing is necessary to fulfill a task in the public interest.

4.7 Automated decisions, including profiling
You have the right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you. There is no automated decision-making based on the personal data collected.

4.8 Right to revoke consent under data protection law
You have the right to revoke your consent to the processing of personal data at any time.

4.9 Right to complain to a supervisory authority
You have the right to complain to a supervisory authority, in particular in the Member State of your residence, your place of work or the place of the alleged infringement, if you believe that the processing of
personal data concerning you is unlawful.

5. Data security
We make every effort to ensure the security of your data within the framework of applicable data protection laws and technical possibilities.
Your personal data will be transmitted to us in encrypted form. This applies to your orders and also to the customer login. We use the SSL (Secure Socket Layer) coding system, but point out that data transmission over the Internet (e.g. when communicating via email) can have security gaps. Complete protection of data from access by third parties is not possible.
To secure your data, we maintain technical and organizational security measures in accordance with Art. 32 GDPR, which we continually adapt to the state of the art.
We also do not guarantee that our offering will be available at specific times; Malfunctions, interruptions or failures cannot be ruled out. The servers we use are regularly and carefully backed up.

6. Transfer of data to third parties, no data transfer to non-EU countries
In principle, we only use your personal data within our company.
If and to the extent that we involve third parties in the context of fulfilling contracts (e.g. logistics service providers), they will only receive personal data to the extent that the transmission is necessary for the corresponding service.
In the event that we outsource certain parts of data processing (“order processing”), we contractually oblige processors to only use personal data in accordance with the requirements of data protection laws
and to ensure the protection of the rights of the data subject.
Data transfer to locations or persons outside the EU outside of the cases mentioned in section 2 of this declaration does not take place and is not planned.

7. Use of Google Maps
We use the “Google Maps” component from Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheater Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043 USA, hereinafter “Google”, on our site. Every time the “Google Maps” component is accessed, Google sets a cookie in order to process user settings and data when the page on which the “Google Maps” component is integrated is displayed. This cookie is usually not deleted when you close the browser, but expires after a certain period of time unless you delete it manually beforehand. If you do not agree to this processing of your data, you have the option of deactivating the “Google Maps” service and thereby preventing the transmission of data to Google. To do this, you must deactivate the Java Script function in your browser. However, we would like to point out that in this case you will not be able to use “Google Maps” or will only be able to use it to a limited extent.

The use of “Google Maps” and the information obtained via “Google Maps” is in accordance with the Google Terms of Use www.google.de/intl/de/policies/terms/regional.html and the additional terms and conditions for “Google Maps” www. google.com/intl/de_de/help/terms_maps.html