Privacy Policy

Introduction

With the following privacy policy, we would like to inform you about the types of your personal data (hereinafter also referred to as “data”) that we process, for what purposes, and to what extent. This privacy policy applies to all processing of personal data carried out by us, both in the context of providing our services and, in particular, on our websites, mobile devices, and within external online presences, such as our social media profiles (hereinafter collectively referred to as “online services”).

Responsible

Shakti,
34132 Kassel,
Germany

Email address: shakticonnect@gmail.com

 

Types of data processed

Purposes of processing

Use of cookies

Cookies are small text files or other storage markers that store information on and read information from end devices. For example, they can be used to save login status in a user account, shopping cart contents in an online store, accessed content, or used functions of an online service. Cookies can also be used for various other purposes, such as improving the functionality, security, and user-friendliness of online services, as well as analyzing visitor traffic.

Information on consent: We use cookies in accordance with legal regulations. Therefore, we obtain prior consent from users unless legally required. In particular, consent is not necessary if the storage and reading of information, including cookies, is absolutely necessary to provide users with a telemedia service (i.e., our online service) that they have expressly requested. The revocable consent is clearly communicated to users and includes information on the respective cookie usage.

Information on the legal basis for data protection: The legal basis for processing users’ personal data using cookies depends on whether we request user consent. If users consent, the legal basis for processing their data is their explicit consent. Otherwise, data processed using cookies is processed based on our legitimate interests (e.g., in the efficient operation of our online services and improving their usability) or, if this occurs within the scope of fulfilling our contractual obligations, if the use of cookies is necessary to meet our contractual obligations. We explain the purposes for which we process cookies in this privacy policy or within the framework of our consent and processing procedures.

Storage duration: The following types of cookies are distinguished with regard to storage duration:

General information on revocation and objection (opt-out): Depending on whether processing is based on consent or legal permission, you have the right to revoke any consent you have given or to object to the processing of your data by cookie technologies at any time (collectively referred to as “opt-out”). You can initially declare your objection via your browser settings, e.g., by disabling the use of cookies (although this may also restrict the functionality of our online services). An objection to the use of cookies for online marketing purposes can also be declared via a variety of services, especially in the case of tracking, through the websites https://optout.aboutads.info and https://www.youronlinechoices.com/ . You can also find further information on how to object in the details provided about the service providers and cookies used.

Processing of cookie data based on consent: We use a cookie consent management process to obtain, manage, and revoke user consent for the use of cookies and the processing activities and providers mentioned within the cookie consent management process. The consent declaration is stored to avoid having to request it again and to be able to demonstrate consent in accordance with legal requirements. Storage can be server-side and/or in a cookie (so-called opt-in cookie, or using comparable technologies) to assign the consent to a user or their device. Subject to individual information regarding the providers of cookie management services, the following applies: The storage period for consent can be up to two years. A pseudonymous user identifier is created and stored along with the time of consent, information on the scope of the consent (e.g., which categories of cookies and/or service providers), and the browser, operating system, and device used.

Commercial and business services

We process data of our contractual and business partners, e.g. customers and prospective customers (collectively referred to as “contractual partners”) within the framework of contractual and similar legal relationships as well as related measures and in the context of communication with the contractual partners (or pre-contractually), e.g. to answer inquiries.

We process this data to fulfill our contractual obligations, to safeguard our rights, and for the administrative tasks and business organization associated with this information. We only disclose the data of our contractual partners to third parties within the framework of applicable law to the extent necessary for the aforementioned purposes, to fulfill legal obligations, or with the consent of the data subjects (e.g., to participating telecommunications, transport, and other support services, as well as subcontractors, banks, tax and legal advisors, payment service providers, or tax authorities). Contractual partners will be informed about further forms of processing, e.g., for marketing purposes, within the framework of this privacy policy.

We will inform our contractual partners which data is required for the aforementioned purposes before or during data collection, e.g. in online forms, by means of special markings (e.g. colors) or symbols (e.g. stars or similar), or personally.

We delete data after the expiry of statutory warranty periods and similar obligations, i.e., generally after 4 years, unless the data is stored in a customer account, e.g., as long as it must be retained for legal archiving purposes (e.g., for tax purposes, generally 10 years). If a retention period does not explicitly begin on a specific date and is at least one year, it starts automatically at the end of the calendar year in which the event triggering the period occurred. In the case of ongoing contractual relationships within which data is stored, the event triggering the period is the effective date of termination or other dissolution of the legal relationship. Data disclosed to us by the contractual partner within the scope of an order is deleted in accordance with the order specifications, generally after the order has ended.

Insofar as we use third-party providers or platforms to provide our services, the terms and conditions and privacy policies of the respective third-party providers or platforms apply to the relationship between users and the providers.

When customers terminate their customer account, the data relating to the customer account will be deleted, unless its retention is required for legal reasons. It is the customer’s responsibility to back up their data after terminating their customer account.

Shop and E-commerce : We process our customers’ data to enable them to select, purchase, or order their chosen products, goods, and related services, as well as to facilitate payment and delivery or fulfillment. If necessary for order fulfillment, we use service providers, in particular postal, freight forwarding, and shipping companies, to carry out delivery or fulfillment for our customers. We utilize the services of banks and payment service providers for processing payments. The required information is marked as such during the ordering or similar purchase process and includes the information needed for delivery, provision, and invoicing, as well as contact information to allow for any necessary follow-up.

Payment service provider

Within the framework of contractual and other legal relationships, due to legal obligations or otherwise on the basis of our legitimate interests, we offer the data subjects efficient and secure payment options and use additional payment service providers besides banks and credit institutions (collectively “payment service providers”) for this purpose.

The data processed by payment service providers includes master data such as name and address, bank details such as account numbers or credit card numbers, passwords, TANs and checksums, as well as contract, amount, and recipient-related information. This information is required to process the transactions. However, the entered data is processed and stored only by the payment service providers. This means we do not receive any account or credit card information, but only confirmation or rejection of the payment. The payment service providers may transmit the data to credit reference agencies for identity and creditworthiness verification. Please refer to the terms and conditions and privacy policies of the payment service providers for further information.

The terms and conditions and privacy policies of the respective payment service providers apply to payment transactions and can be accessed on their respective websites or transaction applications. We also refer you to these for further information and to exercise your rights of withdrawal, access, and other data subject rights.

Services and service providers used:

Contact

When you contact us (e.g. via contact form, email, telephone or social media), the information provided by the requesting persons will be processed to the extent necessary to answer the contact requests and any requested measures.

Responding to contact requests within the framework of contractual or pre-contractual relationships is done to fulfill our contractual obligations or to answer (pre-)contractual inquiries, and otherwise on the basis of our legitimate interests in answering the inquiries.

Services and service providers used:

 

Löschung von Daten

Die von uns verarbeiteten Daten werden nach Maßgabe der gesetzlichen Vorgaben gelöscht, sobald deren zur Verarbeitung erlaubten Einwilligungen widerrufen werden oder sonstige Erlaubnisse entfallen (z.B., wenn der Zweck der Verarbeitung dieser Daten entfallen ist oder sie für den Zweck nicht erforderlich sind).

Sofern die Daten nicht gelöscht werden, weil sie für andere und gesetzlich zulässige Zwecke erforderlich sind, wird deren Verarbeitung auf diese Zwecke beschränkt. D.h., die Daten werden gesperrt und nicht für andere Zwecke verarbeitet. Das gilt z.B. für Daten, die aus handels- oder steuerrechtlichen Gründen aufbewahrt werden müssen oder deren Speicherung zur Geltendmachung, Ausübung oder Verteidigung von Rechtsansprüchen oder zum Schutz der Rechte einer anderen natürlichen oder juristischen Person erforderlich ist.

Weitere Hinweise zu der Löschung von personenbezogenen Daten können ferner im Rahmen der einzelnen Datenschutzhinweise dieser Datenschutzerklärung erfolgen.

Änderung und Aktualisierung der Datenschutzerklärung

Wir bitten Sie, sich regelmäßig über den Inhalt unserer Datenschutzerklärung zu informieren. Wir passen die Datenschutzerklärung an, sobald die Änderungen der von uns durchgeführten Datenverarbeitungen dies erforderlich machen. Wir informieren Sie, sobald durch die Änderungen eine Mitwirkungshandlung Ihrerseits (z.B. Einwilligung) oder eine sonstige individuelle Benachrichtigung erforderlich wird.

Sofern wir in dieser Datenschutzerklärung Adressen und Kontaktinformationen von Unternehmen und Organisationen angeben, bitten wir zu beachten, dass die Adressen sich über die Zeit ändern können und bitten die Angaben vor Kontaktaufnahme zu prüfen.

In diesem Abschnitt erhalten Sie eine Übersicht über die in dieser Datenschutzerklärung verwendeten Begrifflichkeiten. Viele der Begriffe sind dem Gesetz entnommen und vor allem im Art. 4 DSGVO definiert. Die gesetzlichen Definitionen sind verbindlich. Die nachfolgenden Erläuterungen sollen dagegen vor allem dem Verständnis dienen. Die Begriffe sind alphabetisch sortiert.