Privacy Policy
I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
This Privacy Policy outlines how BPS International GmbH (hereinafter “the Company” or “we”) processes and protects personal data of users of the website www.bpsinternational.de and www.hiper-it.com (hereinafter “the Websites”).
We are committed to complying with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (hereinafter “GDPR”) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG) to safeguard the rights of data subjects.
We only process your personal data based on your consent where explicitly required, and you can withdraw such consent at any time.
The Company primarily works with legal entities. Information about legal entities is not considered personal data. If personal data of individuals is received, it will be processed in accordance with this Policy and the GDPR.
II. DEFINITIONS
The following terms are used in this Policy:
Personal Data – Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (“data subject”).
Data Subject – A natural person who uses the Website.
Processing – Any operation performed on personal data, such as collection, storage, use, deletion, or transfer.
Controller – BPS International GmbH, which determines the purposes and means of processing.
Cookies – Small files stored on your device to enhance the Website’s functionality.
Third Party – A natural or legal person processing personal data on behalf of or with the consent of the Controller.
III. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
The processing of personal data is based on the following legal grounds under Article 6(1) GDPR:
(1) Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): Where you have given explicit consent to processing.
(2) Contractual Necessity (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): To fulfill a contract or pre-contractual measures.
(3) Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): To improve the Website or conduct analytics, provided your interests do not override.
We use a consent management platform to obtain and store your preferences. You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link available at the bottom of each page.
IV. TYPES OF DATA PROCESSED
4.1 Voluntarily Provided Data:
– Full name
– Name of the company you represent or work for
– Contact details (e.g., phone number, email address)
4.2 Automatically Collected Data:
– IP address
– Cookie data
– Information about browser, device, and operating system
– Date and time of access, visited pages
Automatically collected data does not lead to the identification of users.
When you fill out our contact form or sign up for a newsletter, we process the data you provide (e.g., name, email address, message content).
We do not use your personal data for profiling or automated decision-making within the meaning of Art. 22 GDPR.
4.3 Use of Cookies
We use cookies to improve the Website’s functionality and user experience. Cookies help us analyze user behavior (e.g., which pages were visited) and optimize the Website. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, which may affect the Website’s functionality.
Our Websites are not intended for use by individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.
V. PURPOSES OF DATA PROCESSING
We process personal data for the following purposes:
– Providing and improving Website services
– Responding to and processing inquiries
– Personalizing content
– Conducting anonymized statistical analyses
– Complying with legal obligations
VI. DATA TRANSFERS
6.1 Within the EU/EEA
Data is processed on servers located within the European Union or European Economic Area (EEA).
6.2 Third Countries
Data transfers to countries outside the EU/EEA occur only if:
– An adequacy decision by the EU Commission exists,
– Appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place,
– Your explicit consent has been obtained.
6.3 Third Parties
Personal data may be shared with third parties (e.g., service providers) where necessary for the purposes outlined above. Third parties are contractually obligated to comply with GDPR and maintain the confidentiality of your data.
VII. STORAGE DURATION
Personal data is stored only as long as necessary for the stated purposes or to comply with legal retention obligations. After this period, data is deleted or anonymized.
VIII. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
(1) Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): You can request information about the processing of your data.
(2) Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
(3) Right to Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): You can request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention obligations.
(4) Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18 GDPR): You can request restriction of processing.
(5) Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): You can receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
(6) Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): You can object to processing, particularly for legitimate interests.
(7) Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR): You can withdraw your consent at any time.
(8) Right to Lodge a Complaint (Art. 77 GDPR): You can complain to a supervisory authority (e.g., Bavarian Data Protection Authority).
To exercise your rights, please contact: info@bpsint.de
According to Art. 37 GDPR, the appointment of a Data Protection Officer is not required for the Company at this time.
IX. DATA SECURITY
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include encryption, access controls, and regular security reviews.
X. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
For disputes, please contact us at info@bpsint.de to seek an amicable resolution. Claims must be responded to in writing within 30 days of receipt. You have the right to escalate to a supervisory authority or court, in which case the courts of Munich will have the jurisdiction over the dispute and the proceedings shall be governed by German law.
XI. CHANGES TO THE PRIVACY POLICY
We reserve the right to update this Policy. Changes will be published on the Website and take effect upon publication.
XII. CONTACT
12.1 For questions or concerns, please contact:
BPS International GmbH
Wilhelmine-Reichard-Str. 26, 80935 Munich, Germany
Email: info@bpsint.de
12.2 Supervisory Authority:
Bavarian Data Protection Authority
Postfach 22 12 19, 80502 Munich, Germany
Email: poststelle@datenschutz-bayern.de