We are very pleased about your interest in our company. Data protection is of particular importance to the management of PHYTODYNAMICS UG (haftungsbeschränkt).
The use of the PHYTODYNAMICS UG website is generally possible without providing any personal data.
However, if a data subject wishes to use special services via our website, processing of personal data may become necessary.
If the processing of personal data is required and there is no legal basis, we obtain the consent of the data subject.
The processing of personal data (e.g., name, address, email address, or phone number) is always carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
With this privacy policy, we inform about the nature, scope, and purpose of the personal data collected, used, and processed.
Data subjects are also informed about their rights.
PHYTODYNAMICS UG has implemented numerous technical and organizational measures to ensure the best possible protection of personal data.
However, internet-based data transmissions may have security gaps, so absolute protection cannot be guaranteed.
For this reason, every data subject is free to transmit personal data via alternative means, e.g., by telephone.

1. Definitions
Our privacy policy should be easy and understandable for everyone.
The privacy policy generally uses the official terms of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
The official definitions are explained in Article 4 GDPR.

2. Name and address of the controller
The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation and other data protection laws is:
PHYTODYNAMICS UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
D.-Martin-Luther-Str. 2
93047 Regensburg
Germany
E-mail: info@phytodynamics.de
Website: www.phytodynamics.de

3. Name and address of the Data Protection Officer
The Data Protection Officer of the controller is:
E-mail: datenschutz@phytodynamics.de
Website: www.phytodynamics.de
Any data subject may contact our Data Protection Officer at any time with questions or suggestions regarding data protection.

4. Cookies
Our website uses cookies stored by your browser that contain certain settings for using the website.
Cookies are used to make our services more user-friendly, effective, and secure.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser.
Most cookies we use are session cookies that are automatically deleted after closing your browser.
Other cookies remain stored on your device until you delete them or they expire.
These cookies allow us to recognize your browser on your next visit.
Some cookies are used to simplify website processes (e.g., saving preferences).
If personal data is processed via cookies, this is done in accordance with Art. 6(1)(b) or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
You can configure your browser to notify you about cookies.
You can allow cookies only in specific cases or exclude them entirely.
You can enable automatic deletion of cookies when closing your browser.
Cookie settings can be managed individually depending on your browser.
Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies
Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
Opera: https://help.opera.com/en/latest/web-preferences/#cookies
You can also manage cookies via tools such as https://www.aboutads.info/choices/ or http://www.youronlinechoices.com/uk/your-ad-choices.
Most browsers provide a “Do Not Track” feature.
If enabled, your browser signals that you do not wish to be tracked.
Further information is available from your browser provider.
You can also restrict scripts via browser extensions such as “NoScript”.
Please note that disabling cookies may limit the functionality of the website.

5. Registration on our website
The data subject has the possibility to register on the website by providing personal data.
Which personal data is transmitted depends on the respective input form used for registration.
Registration serves to provide content or services that can only be offered to registered users.
Registered users may modify or delete their personal data at any time.
The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR or Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.
Data is deleted once the user account is deleted, provided no legal retention obligations exist.
During registration, the IP address, date, and time are also stored.
The legal basis for this is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
The storage is carried out to prevent misuse and to investigate possible criminal acts.
These data are generally not passed on to third parties unless required by law or for law enforcement purposes.

6. Newsletter subscription
On our website, users are given the opportunity to subscribe to our company newsletter.
Which personal data is transmitted depends on the respective input form used.
PHYTODYNAMICS UG regularly informs customers and business partners about offers via newsletter.
The newsletter can only be received if a valid email address is provided and registration has been completed.
A double opt-in procedure is used for legal compliance.
The user receives a confirmation email to verify the subscription.
By confirming, the data subject gives consent in accordance with Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.
During registration, the IP address as well as date and time are also stored.
These data serve to ensure traceability and prevent misuse.
The collected data is used exclusively for sending the newsletter.
No data is shared with third parties.
Subscribers can unsubscribe at any time via a link in the newsletter or via the website.
Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
After unsubscribing, the email address is deleted unless legal retention obligations apply.

7. Newsletter tracking
Our newsletters contain so-called tracking pixels.
A tracking pixel is a small graphic embedded in HTML emails to enable analysis.
This allows statistical evaluation of the success or failure of marketing campaigns.
Using the pixel, it can be determined whether and when an email was opened and which links were clicked.
The collected data is stored and analyzed to optimize the newsletter.
The aim is to better adapt future content to user interests.
The data is not shared with third parties.
The data subject may withdraw consent at any time.
After withdrawal, the data is deleted.
Unsubscribing from the newsletter is automatically considered a withdrawal of consent.

8. Contact options via the website
Our website contains information that enables quick electronic contact (e.g., email address).
If a data subject contacts us via email or contact form, the transmitted personal data is stored.
The data is provided voluntarily and used to process the request.
The data is stored for the purpose of responding to and handling the inquiry.
The data is not shared with third parties.
The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR and, if applicable, Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.
The data is deleted after final processing, provided no legal retention obligations exist.

9. Routine deletion and blocking of personal data
The controller processes and stores personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purpose of storage or as required by law.
If the storage purpose no longer applies or a statutory retention period expires, the personal data is routinely blocked or deleted in accordance with legal requirements.

10. Rights of the data subject
The following outlines the rights of the data subject under GDPR.
The data subject may contact us at any time to exercise these rights.
a) Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)
The data subject has the right to obtain information about stored personal data.
This includes processing purposes, data categories, recipients, storage duration, and data origin.
b) Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
The data subject may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
c) Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
The data subject may request deletion of data unless legal obligations prevent it.
d) Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
The data subject may request restriction of processing.
e) Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
The data subject may receive their data in a structured format or transfer it.
f) Right to lodge a complaint (Art. 77 GDPR)
The data subject has the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
g) Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
The data subject may object to data processing at any time.
In case of objection, data will no longer be processed unless justified.
Direct marketing can be objected to at any time.
h) Automated decision-making (Art. 22 GDPR)
The data subject has the right not to be subject to automated decisions.
i) Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR)
The data subject may withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, an email to: datenschutz@phytodynamics.de is sufficient.

11. Data protection in applications and recruitment process
We collect and process personal data of applicants for the purpose of handling the recruitment process.
The processing may also take place electronically, e.g., via email or web forms.
If an employment contract is concluded, the data will be stored for the purpose of managing the employment relationship.
The data is only shared internally with persons who require it to fulfill their duties.
Data is only shared with third parties if permitted by law or if consent has been given.
If no employment contract is concluded, the application documents are deleted after two months.
Longer storage may occur if justified, e.g., for evidence purposes under AGG.

12. Data protection provisions for the use of Google Analytics (with anonymization)
Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC.
Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze website usage.
The information generated by cookies is usually transferred to and stored on Google servers.
We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled.
In this case, the IP address is shortened within the EU or EEA.
This prevents direct identification of individuals.
Processing is based on our legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Google uses the data to evaluate website usage and generate reports.
The IP address is not combined with other Google data.
Further information is available at: https://policies.google.com/terms
Google privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
You can prevent the storage of cookies via browser settings.
You can also disable data collection by Google Analytics.
A browser plugin is available for this purpose: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Alternatively, an opt-out cookie can be set.
Further information on data usage: https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245

13. Social media links
Facebook and LinkedIn are integrated on our website only as external links.
Only after clicking the link will you be redirected to the respective provider’s website.
User data is only transferred to the respective provider after redirection.
We have no control over the data processing carried out by these providers.
Information on data protection can be found in the privacy policies of the respective providers.

14. Data protection provisions for the use of Google reCAPTCHA
We use Google reCAPTCHA from Google LLC to prevent spam and abuse.
The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest).
reCAPTCHA is used to distinguish between human users and automated bots.
We use reCAPTCHA to secure forms and contact requests.
By using reCAPTCHA, data is transferred to Google.
This data is used by Google to determine whether the user is human or a bot.
Further information is available at: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Google terms of service are available at: https://policies.google.com/terms

15. Duration of storage of personal data
The criterion for the storage duration of personal data is the respective statutory retention period.
After the expiration of this period, the data is routinely deleted.
Data is stored only as long as necessary for contract fulfillment or initiation.
In the event of withdrawal or objection, the data will also be deleted unless legal obligations prevent it.

16. Existence of automated decision-making
As a responsible company, we do not use automated decision-making or profiling.

17. Updates and status of the privacy policy
Changes to our privacy policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.
This allows us to adapt it to legal requirements and changes in our services.
The current version applies to your visit.
Privacy policy status: 2026