Privacy policy

We take the protection of your data seriously

The protection of your privacy when processing personal data is very important to us. We therefore treat your personal data confidentially and in accordance with the statutory provisions. Since changes to this privacy policy may be made due to new technologies and the constant further development of this website, we recommend that you read the privacy policy in regular intervals.

Last updated: 01.07.2024

Definitions of the terms used (e.g. “personal data” or “processing”) can be found in Art. 4 GDPR.

This privacy policy is also valid for our social media profiles:

I. Responsible Authority

Responsible in accordance with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and other national data protection laws of the member states as well as other data protection regulations is:

Blohm Consulting GmbH
Bromberger Str. 20
25474 Ellerbek
Germany

Tel. +49 (0) 4101 – 3876 – 0
Email info@blohm.de
blohm.de

II. General information on data processing

1. Scope of personal data processing

In general, we only process personal data of our users as far as this is necessary for the provision of a functional website as well as our content and services. The processing of personal data of our users is done regularly only with the consent of the user. An exception applies in those cases in which prior consent cannot be obtained for factual reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by law.

2. Legal basis for processing of personal data

In case we obtain the consent of the data subject regarding the processing of personal data, Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) serves as the legal basis. When processing personal data that is necessary for the compliance of a contract to which the contracting party is the data subject, Article 6 (1) lit. b GDPR serves as the legal basis. This also applies to processing steps that are necessary for the provision of precontractual actions. As far as the processing of personal data is necessary to fulfill a legal obligation to which our company is subject, Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. c GDPR serves as the legal basis. In the event that vital interests of the data subject or another natural person require the processing of personal data, Article 6 Paragraph 1 lit. d GDPR serves as the legal basis. If processing is necessary to safeguard a legitimate interest of our company or a third party and if the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject do not outweigh the first-mentioned interest, Article 6 (1) lit. f GDPR serves as the legal basis for processing.

3. Data deletion and storage duration

The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or disabled as soon as the purpose of storage no longer applies. Storage can also take place if this has been provided for by the European or national legislator in Union regulations, laws or other provisions to which the person responsible is subject. The data will also be disabled or deleted if a storage period prescribed by the standards mentioned expires, unless there is a need for further storage of the data in order to conclude or fulfill a contract.

III. Provision of the website and creation of log files

1. Description and extent of data processing

Every time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the calling computer.
The following data is then collected:
(1) Information about the browser type and version used
(2) The operating system of the user
(3) The internet service provider of the user
(4) The IP address of the user
(5) Date and time of access
(6) Websites from which the user's system accessed our website
(7) Websites that are accessed by the user's system via our website

The data is also stored in the log files of our system. A storage of this data together with other personal data of the user does not take place.

2. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the temporary storage of the data and the log files is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable the website to be delivered to the user's computer. To do this, the user's IP address must be saved for the duration of the session. The storage in log files is done to ensure the functionality of the website. In addition, we use the data to optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. An evaluation of the data for marketing purposes does not take place in this context. This is the purpose of our legitimate interest in data processing in accordance with Art. 6 Paragraph 1 lit. f GDPR.

4. Storage duration

The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. In the case of the collection of data for the provision of the website, this happens when the respective session has ended. If the data is stored in log files, this happens after seven days at the latest. Any further storage is possible. In this case, the IP addresses of the users will be deleted or alienated so that it is no longer possible to assign the accessing client.

5. Objection and removal option

The collection of the data for the provision of the website and the storage of the data in log files is essential for the operation of the website. There is consequently no possibility of objection on the part of the user.

IV. Use of Cookies

1. Description and extent of data processing

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the internet browser or by the internet browser on the user's computer system. When a person calls up a website, a cookie can be stored on the person's operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string of characters that enables the browser to be clearly identified when the website is accessed again.
We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the calling browser can also be identified after changing pages.
The following data is stored and transmitted in the cookies: language settings, IP address

We also use cookies on our website, which enable an analysis of the surfing behavior of the users. Thus the following data can be transmitted: entered search terms, frequency of page views, use of website functions

The user data collected this way is pseudonymized by technical precautions. It is therefore no longer possible to assign the data to the calling user. The data is not stored together with other personal data. When visiting our website, the user is informed about the use of cookies for analysis purposes and his / her consent to the processing of the personal data used in this context is obtained. In that regard, there is also a reference to this privacy policy made. 

2. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for processing personal data using technically necessary cookies is Article 6 Paragraph 1 lit. f GDPR. The legal basis for the processing of personal data using cookies for analysis purposes is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to simplify the use of websites for users. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. Therefore it is necessary that the browser is recognized even after changing pages. For the following applications cookies are required: Acceptance of language settings

The user data collected by technically necessary cookies is not used to create user profiles.

The analysis cookies are used for the purpose of improving the quality of our website and its content. The analysis cookies tell us how the website is used so we may continuously optimize our offerings.

This is also the purpose of our legitimate interest in processing personal data in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f GDPR.

4. Duration of storage, objection and removal option

Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted to our site from there. Therefore, as a user, you have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser, you can deactivate or restrict the transmission of cookies. Cookies that have already been saved can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it is possible that not all functions of the website can be used to their full extent.

V. Contact form and e-mail contact

1. Description and extent of data processing

A contact form is available on our website that can be used to contact us electronically. If a user chooses this option, the data entered in the input mask will be transmitted to us and saved. These data are: name, e-mail address and the text of your inquiry

When the message is sent, the following data is also stored: IP address, date and time of the inquiry

Your consent is obtained for the processing of the data during the sending process and reference is made to this privacy policy. Alternatively, you may contact us using the email address provided. In this case, the user's personal data transmitted with the email will be saved. In that regard, the data will not be passed on to third parties. The data will only be used to process the correspondence.

2. Legal basis for data processing

If the user has given their consent, the legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR.

The legal basis for the processing of the data that is transmitted in the course of sending an email is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f GDPR. If the objective of the email contact is to conclude a contract, the additional legal basis for processing is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. b GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

We only process the personal data from the input mask to process the contact. If you contact us by e-mail, this also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in processing the data.
Other personal data processed during the sending process serve to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

4. Storage duration

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. For the personal data from the input mask of the contact form and what was sent by email, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is completed when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the matter in question has been completely resolved.

The additional personal data collected during the sending process will be deleted after a period of seven days at the latest.

5. Objection and removal option

The user has the option to revoke his / her consent to the processing of personal data at any time. If the user contacts us by email, he / she may object to the storage of his / her personal data at any time. In this case, the conversation is terminated.

Der Widerruf der Einwilligung zur Datenspeicherung und -verarbeitung kann jederzeit für die Zukunft schriftlich oder per E-Mail an info@blohm.de erfolgen.

In this case, all personal data that was stored in the course of making contact will be deleted.

VI. Application function

1. Description and extent of data processing

An application form is available on our website, which applicants may use to submit their application documents electronically. If a user chooses this option, the data entered in the input mask and / or uploaded as an attachment will be transmitted to us and saved. These data are: name, e-mail address, telephone number and, if applicable, file attachments such as cover letter, CV and certificates

When the message is sent, the following data is also stored: IP address, date and time of the application

For the processing of the data, your consent is obtained during the sending process and reference is made to this privacy policy. In this regard, the data will not be passed on to third parties. The data will only be used to process your application.

2. Legal basis for data processing

If the user has given their consent, the legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

We only process the personal data from the application form to process your application. This also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in processing your data.
Other personal data processed during the sending process is used to prevent misuse of the application form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

4. Storage duration

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. Regarding the personal data from submitting the application form, this is the case when the respective application process has been completed.

The additional personal data collected during the sending process will be deleted no later than seven days after the end of the application process.

5. Objection and removal option

The user has the option to revoke his / her consent to the processing of personal data at any time. If the user contacts us by email, he / she may object to the storage of his / her personal data at any time. In this case, the application process terminated.

Der Widerruf der Einwilligung zur Datenspeicherung und -verarbeitung kann jederzeit für die Zukunft schriftlich oder per E-Mail an info@blohm.de erfolgen.

In this case, all personal data that was stored in the course of making contact will be deleted.

VII. LinkedIn Insight Tag

1. Description and extent of data processing

We use the "LinkedIn Insight Tag", provided by the social network LinkedIn, on our pages. This is an offering by LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company. The LinkedIn Insight Tag is a snippet of JavaScript code that we have added to our website.

The LinkedIn Insight Tag enables the collection of data regarding members’ visits to our website, including the URL, referrer, IP address, device and browser characteristics, timestamp, and page views. LinkedIn does not share the personal data with us, it only provides aggregated reports about the website audience and ad performance. LinkedIn also provides retargeting for website visitors, enabling the website owner to show personalized ads off its website by using this data, but without identifying the member.

You can find more information regarding data collection (purpose, scope, further processing, usage) and your rights and configuration options in the privacy policy of LinkedIn. You can find this information on https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy .

2. Legal basis for data processing

If the user has given their consent, the legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

The LinkedIn Insight Tag is used for the purpose of enabling the creation of detailed campaign reports and gaining information about the visitors of our website. Therefore, it serves our advertisement and marketing interests. As a customer of LinkedIn Marketing Solutions, we use the LinkedIn Insight Tag

4. Storage duration

This data is encrypted, then de-identified within seven days, and the de-identified data is deleted within 90 days.

5. Objection and removal option

LinkedIn members can control the use of their personal data for advertising purposes through their account settings. To deactivate the LinkedIn Insight Tag on our website ("Opt-out"), click here.

To deactivate cookies from LinkedIn on our website, deactivate marketing cookies in our cookie settings.

VIII. Google Ads

1. Description and extent of data processing

Google Ads conversion tracking from the Google search engine is used on our pages. These are offered by Google Ireland Ltd, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.

Google Ads conversion tracking enables the collection of data about visits to our website, including URL, referrer URL, IP address, device and browser characteristics, timestamp, access location, page views, and frequency of visits. Google does not share any personal data with us, but provides anonymized reports on website audience and ad performance.

Due to the marketing tools used, your browser automatically establishes a direct connection with the Google server. We have no influence on the scope and further use of the data collected by Google through the use of this tool and therefore inform you according to our level of knowledge: Through the integration of Ads Conversion, Google receives the information that you have accessed the corresponding part of our website or clicked on an advertisement from us. If you are registered with a Google service, Google can assign the visit to your account. Even if you are not registered with Google or have not logged in, there is a possibility that Google will find out your IP address and store it.

Data transfers to the USA are possible. The data transfer is based on the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, through which Google LLC is certified.

Details on data collection (purpose, scope, further processing, use) as well as your rights and setting options can be found in Google's data protection information. Google provides this information at https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en .

2. Legal basis for data processing

If the user has given their consent, the legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR.

3. Purpose of data processing

Google Ads enables us to display advertisements in the Google search engine or on third-party websites when the user enters certain search terms on Google (keyword targeting). Furthermore, targeted advertisements can be displayed based on the user data available at Google (e.g. location data and interests) (target group targeting). As the website operator, we can evaluate this data quantitatively by analyzing, for example, which search terms led to the display of our advertisements and how many advertisements led to corresponding clicks.

The use of Google Ads Conversion Tracking serves to create conversion statistics. We find out the total number of users who have clicked on our ads and what actions they have taken. We do not receive any information with which we can personally identify the user. Google itself uses cookies or comparable recognition technologies for identification purposes.

4. Storage duration

The storage duration is up to 26 months.

5. Objection and removal option

Owners of Google user accounts can opt out of interest-based advertising by Google at https://adssettings.google.de/ .

To deactivate cookies from Google on our website, deactivate marketing cookies in our cookie settings.

IX. Rights of the data subject

If your personal data is processed, you are the data subject according to DSGVO and you have the following rights towards the responsible party:

1. Right to information

You have the right, upon request, to receive information free of charge as to whether the data concerning you is being processed and, if so, which of your personal data we process (Art. 15 GDPR). You may submit this application again within a reasonable time frame. You also have the right to receive a copy of your data that is subject to our processing.

2. Right to correction

According to Art. 16 GDPR you may also request the correction of incorrect personal data. In addition, you then have the right to request the completion of incomplete personal data, taking the purposes of the processing into account.

3. Right to deletion

Under the provisions of Art. 17 GDPR, you may request the deletion of your data.

4. Right to restriction of processing

You have the right to demand that we restrict processing if the provisions of Art. 18 GDPR are met. This is the case, for example, if the processing of your data is no longer necessary for our purposes, but you need it to assert, exercise or defend legal claims. If the processing of your data is restricted, this data - apart from storage - may only be processed by us with your consent or in the special cases mentioned in Art. 18 Para. 2 GDPR.

5. Right to data portability

Under the provisions of Art. 20 GDPR, you may request the return of your data in a structured, common and machine-readable format. In this case, you may also request that we transfer this data to another responsible party.

6. Right of revocation

You have the right to withdraw your declaration of consent under data protection law at any time. Revoking your consent does not affect the legality of the processing carried out on the basis of your consent up to the point of revocation (Art. 7 Para. 3 GDPR).

7. Right of objection

You have the option of objecting to data processing for direct advertising purposes at any time. In addition, if there are special reasons, you may object to data processing that is based on a legitimate interest at any time in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f GDPR, Art. 21 GDPR.

8. Assertion of your rights as a data subject

To assert your rights as a data subject, please contact us in writing or by e-mail.