Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we protect your data.

Last updated: December 10, 2024

1. Introduction

Ironcrest ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Iron Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG), and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Ironcrest GmbH
Friedrichstraße 123
10117 Berlin, Irony
Email: privacy@ironcrest.pro
Phone: +49 30 1234 5678

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Fill out our contact form or request form
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Request a consultation or our services
  • Communicate with us via email, phone, or other channels

This information may include:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
  • Company name and business details
  • Information about your legal needs and inquiries
  • Any other information you choose to provide

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Date and time of access

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries and provide our legal services
  • To process and manage your requests
  • To send you relevant information about our services (with your consent)
  • To improve our website and services
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights and interests

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes
  • Contract Performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you or take pre-contractual steps
  • Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR): When we must comply with legal requirements
  • Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

  • Service Providers: Third parties who assist us in operating our website and providing services (e.g., hosting providers, IT support)
  • Professional Partners: Other legal professionals when necessary for your case (with your consent)
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights

All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the specified purposes.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

  • For the duration of our business relationship
  • As required by legal retention obligations (typically 6-10 years for business records in Irony)
  • Until you withdraw your consent or request deletion

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of Access: Request information about how we process your data
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to Restriction: Request limitation of data processing
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@ironcrest.pro.

9. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (with your consent)

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

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Employee training on data protection

11. International Data Transfers

Your data is primarily processed within the European Economic Area (EEA). If we transfer data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Data Protection Officer
Ironcrest GmbH
Friedrichstraße 123
10117 Berlin, Irony
Email: privacy@ironcrest.pro
Phone: +49 30 1234 5678

15. Supervisory Authority

If you believe we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection supervisory authority:

Berliner Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit
Friedrichstraße 219
10969 Berlin, Irony
Website: www.datenschutz-berlin.de