Data Protection

Web server logs
In general, you can visit our site without divulging personal information to us. As is common on almost all websites however, the server that hosts our site (hereinafter “web server”) automatically compiles information from you when you access our site. The web server automatically gathers certain information such as parts of your IP address, the date and time of your visit, the sub-pages you have visited, pages you had visited previously, the browser you are using (e.g. Internet Explorer) the operating system you are using (e.g. Windows 7) or the domain name and the address of your internet provider (e.g. 1&1). If one of our web pages uses cookies, the web server also stores this information.

Google Analytics
This website uses functions of the web analysis service Google Analytics. The provider of this service is Google Ireland Limited („Google“), Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland. Google Analytics uses so-called cookies. Cookies are text files, which are stored on your computer and that enable an analysis of the use of the website by users. The information generated by cookies on your use of this website is usually transferred to a Google server in the United States, where it is stored. The storage of Google Analytics cookies and the utilization of this analysis tool are based on Art. 6 Sect. 1 lit. f GDPR. The operator of this website has a legitimate interest in the analysis of user patterns to optimize both, the services offered online and the operator’s advertising activities.

IP anonymization
On this website, we have activated the IP anonymization function. As a result, your IP address will be abbreviated by Google within the member states of the European Union or in other states that have ratified the Convention on the European Economic Area prior to its transmission to the United States. The full IP address will be transmitted to one of Google’s servers in the United States and abbreviated there only in exceptional cases. On behalf of the operator of this website, Google shall use this information to analyse your use of this website to generate reports on website activities and to render other services to the operator of this website that are related to the use of the website and the Internet. The IP address transmitted in conjunction with Google Analytics from your browser shall not be merged with other data in Google’s possession.

Browser plug-in
You do have the option to prevent the archiving of cookies by making pertinent changes to the settings of your browser software. However, we have to point out that in this case you may not be able to use all of the functions of this website to their fullest extent. Moreover, you have the option prevent the recording of the data generated by the cookie and affiliated with your use of the website (including your IP address) by Google as well as the processing of this data by Google by downloading and installing the browser plug-in available under the following link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en.

Objection to the recording of data
You have the option to prevent the recording of your data by Google Analytics by clicking on the following link. This will result in the placement of an opt out cookie, which prevents the recording of your data during future visits to this website: Click here to disable Google Analytics

Disable data collection by Google Analytics for this website

For more information about the handling of user data by Google Analytics, please consult Google’s Data Privacy Declaration at: https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245?hl=en.

Contract data processing
We have executed a contract data processing agreement with Google and are implementing the stringent provisions of the German data protection agencies to the fullest when using Google Analytics.

Google reCaptcha
On this website, we also use the reCAPTCHA function of Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, 4 Barrow St, Dublin, D04 E5W5, Ireland ("Google"). This function is primarily used to distinguish whether an input is made by a natural person or is abused by machine and automated processing. The service includes the sending of the IP address and possibly other data required by Google for the reCAPTCHA service to Google and is carried out in accordance with Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR on the basis of our legitimate interest in determining personal responsibility on the Internet and the prevention of abuse and spam. The use of Google reCAPTCHA may also involve the transmission of personal data to the servers of Google LLC. in the USA.
Further information on Google reCAPTCHA as well as Google's privacy policy can be found at: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en.

Archiving period
Data on the user or incident level stored by Google linked to cookies, user IDs or advertising IDs (e.g. DoubleClick cookies, Android advertising ID) will be anonymized or deleted after 50 month. For details please click the following link: https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/7667196?hl=en

Cookies
Some of our web pages use so-called cookie technology. A cookie is information which is sent to your computer from our web server (strictly speaking: is stored in your browser directory) as soon as you visit the web page. Renew or change your cookie consent here.

We use the following cookies on some of our web pages:

Session cookies
The cookies only exist until you end your Internet session and fully close your browser. They include no personal data and are only used for statistical analyses.

Cookies from third parties on our web pages
We do not allow third parties to place cookies on your computer via our web pages.

Prevention and/or monitoring of cookies
There are various methods of blocking, showing and removing cookies stored on your computer. It depends on which browser you are using. If you have any difficulties we recommend that you consult the individual manufacturer of the browser.
We wish to advise you that in case of amended browser settings it is possible that you will not be able to fully use all the functions of this web page.

Collection, processing, use and transmission of personal data
We only collect data (except in the context of web server logs) from you if you give us your personal permission to use it for one of the services we offer (e.g. ordering informational material, inquiries). This data is exclusively processed and/or used for implementing the respective service. Where necessary for your inquiry, your data may also be forwarded to Group companies. Where necessary, service providers may also be commissioned by us to perform the service requested (e.g. for the sending of informational material). Your personal data will not be sent to any other third parties.
Below you will find additional information on specialized services that you can use as part of our web site.

Online application
Within our career area you can apply electronically for our advertised vacancies or make a speculative application. Please note the advice on data protection during the registration process.

When using our Apps:

Google Analytics for Firebase
https://firebase.google.com/
The collected data help us to better understand the use of the app and to improve the offer. All IP addresses are only saved in anonymized form. Therefore, the data obtained in this way cannot be used to personally identify users. Firebase Analytics uses an advertising ID. You can restrict this use in the device settings of your mobile device.
For Android: Settings> Google> Ads> Reset Advertising ID
For iOS: Settings> Privacy> Advertising> No ad tracking
Further information on Google Firebase and data protection can be found here: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

International data transfer
The processing of data generated by our web page takes place on servers in European Union states or the European Economic Area (EU/EEA).

Contact
If you have any further questions on the issue of data protection at Aqseptence Group, please contact:

Aqseptence Group GmbH
Data Protection
Passavant-Geiger-Strasse 1
65326 Aarbergen, Germany
dataprotection@aqseptence.com

Status: January, 2023

We point out that in future due to legal requirements, for example, this declaration may be subject to change. Please ensure that you stay regularly informed of the current status.