PRIVACY POLICY
1. Introduction and Contact Information of the Data Controller
We are delighted that you are visiting our website and appreciate your interest. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your personal data when you use our website. Personal data refers to any information that can be used to personally identify you. TextToHtml.eu is owned and operated by Carl Terstappen, who is the data controller for your personal data. The data controller is the natural or legal person who, alone or jointly with others, determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. You may contact the data controller at:
Carl Terstappen, Heinz-Ditgens-Str. 60, 41063 Mönchengladbach, Germany, Tel.: +4915120210937, Email: info@hardelot.de
2. Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with their initial letter capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.
Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
Company: (referred to as "the Company," "We," "Us," or "Our") refers to Carl Terstappen, Heinz-Ditgens-Str. 60, 41063 Mönchengladbach, Germany.
Cookies: Small files placed on your computer, mobile device, or other device by a website that contain details of your browsing history on that website, among other uses.
Device: Any device (e.g., computer, cellphone, digital tablet) that can access our Service.
Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
Service: Refers to the texttohtml.eu website, accessible from https://texttohtml.eu.
Service Provider: Any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company, including third-party companies or individuals employed by the Company to facilitate or improve the Service or analyze its usage.
Usage Data: Data automatically collected either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself (e.g., the duration of a page visit).
Website: Refers to TextToHtml.eu, accessible from https://texttohtml.eu.
You: The individual accessing or using the Service, or the company or other legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the Service, as applicable.
3. Data Collection Upon Visiting Our Website
3.1 Informational Use and Server Log Files
When you visit our website solely for informational purposes—without registering or providing any information—we collect only the data that your browser transmits to our server (so-called “server log files”). This includes:
The website you visited
Date and time of access
The amount of data sent in bytes
The referrer indicating the source from which you accessed the page
The browser used
The operating system used
The IP address (which may be anonymized)
This processing is carried out pursuant to Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website. The data is not disclosed or used for any other purpose; however, we reserve the right to review these server log files retrospectively if there are concrete indications of unlawful use.
3.3 Secure Data Transmission (SSL/TLS Encryption)
For security reasons and to protect the transmission of personal data and other confidential information (e.g., orders or inquiries), this website employs SSL/TLS encryption. You can verify a secure connection by the “https://” prefix and the lock symbol in your browser’s address bar.
4. Hosting and Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Our website is hosted by a provider that operates exclusively on servers within the European Union. All data collected on our website is processed on these servers. Our website is built and hosted using the Hostinger Website Builder: Hostinger International, Ltd, 61 Lordou Vironos Street, 6023 Larnaca, Cyprus. All hosting-related data processing is performed in accordance with Hostinger’s Privacy Policy.
Hostinger additionally uses a Content Delivery Network provided by the following company: Cloudflare Inc., 101 Townsend St., San Francisco, CA 94107, USA. This service enables us to deliver large media files such as graphics, page content, or scripts more quickly via a network of regionally distributed servers. The processing is carried out in accordance with Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR to safeguard our legitimate interest in improving the stability and functionality of our website. For data transfers to the USA, the provider is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, which ensures compliance with the European data protection level based on an adequacy decision by the European Commission.
5. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 Cookie Usage
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies—including those from third parties—to provide our services, continuously improve them, and deliver personalized content and advertisements on our website, social media, and partner sites. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Some cookies (session cookies) are automatically deleted when you close your browser, while others (persistent cookies) remain on your device for longer periods to save site settings. The duration of persistent cookies can be found in your browser’s cookie settings.
5.2 Legal Basis for Cookie Processing
If any of the cookies we use process personal data, the processing is based on:
Article 6(1)(b) GDPR for the execution of a contract,
Article 6(1)(a) GDPR in cases where consent is given, or
Article 6(1)(f) GDPR based on our legitimate interest in ensuring optimal website functionality and an effective, customer-friendly browsing experience.
You may configure your browser to inform you about cookie usage and to decide individually whether to accept or reject them. Please note that rejecting cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
5.3 Cookie Consent Tool
We use a cookie consent tool to obtain valid user consents for cookies and cookie-based applications. Upon accessing our website, an interactive interface appears, allowing you to grant consent for specific cookies or cookie-based applications by selecting checkboxes. Only after you provide consent are the corresponding cookies loaded on your device. This tool sets technically necessary cookies to store your cookie preferences, and generally, no personal data is processed. In cases where personal data (such as your IP address) is processed for storing, associating, or logging your cookie settings, this is done pursuant to our legitimate interest under Article 6(1)(f) GDPR. Another legal basis for the processing is Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR. As the data controller, we are legally obligated to make the use of non-essential cookies dependent on the respective user’s consent. Where necessary, we have concluded a data processing agreement with the provider to ensure the protection of our website visitors' data and to prevent unauthorized disclosure to third parties. Further information about the provider and the configuration options of the cookie consent tool can be found directly in the corresponding user interface on our website.
6. Contact and Inquiry Data Processing
When you contact us—whether via our contact form or email—personal data is processed solely for the purpose of handling and responding to your inquiry and only to the extent necessary. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interest under Article 6(1)(f) GDPR. If your inquiry relates to a contract, Article 6(1)(b) GDPR also applies. Your data will be deleted once the matter is conclusively resolved, unless otherwise required by law.
7. Order Processing (If Applicable)
If order processing becomes necessary for delivery and payment purposes, the personal data we collect will be shared with the contracted transportation company and the designated credit institution in accordance with Article 6(1)(b) GDPR. Furthermore, if we are obliged to provide you with updates for digital products or goods with digital components under a contract, we will process the contact details (name, address, email) you provided during your order to inform you about such updates in compliance with our statutory information obligations under Article 6(1)(c) GDPR. Your contact information will be used solely for this purpose and only processed to the extent required. We may also work with service providers who assist in processing orders, and certain personal data will be shared with them as needed.
8. Retention of Personal Data
We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period is determined by the legal basis, processing purpose, and any applicable statutory retention periods (e.g., commercial or tax-related). In particular:
Data processed based on explicit consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) is stored until you withdraw your consent.
Data processed for contractual obligations (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR) is retained for as long as legally required or necessary for fulfilling the contract.
Data processed under legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) is stored until you exercise your right to object—unless we can demonstrate overriding legitimate reasons for continued processing.
Data processed for direct marketing purposes (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) is kept until you exercise your right to object.
In all other cases, personal data is deleted when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or processed.
9. Deletion of Personal Data
You have the right to request the deletion of any personal data we have collected from you. Since our website does not require registration, this request applies only to data you may have provided when contacting us. To request deletion or for any data-related inquiries, please contact us at info@hardelot.de.
10. Rights of the Data Subject
10.1 Under applicable data protection law, you have the following rights with respect to the processing of your personal data by the controller (rights of access and intervention). The respective legal basis for exercising these rights is indicated:
Right of access pursuant to Art. 15 GDPR;
Right to rectification pursuant to Art. 16 GDPR;
Right to erasure pursuant to Art. 17 GDPR;
Right to restriction of processing pursuant to Art. 18 GDPR;
Right to notification pursuant to Art. 19 GDPR;
Right to data portability pursuant to Art. 20 GDPR;
Right to withdraw consent given pursuant to Art. 7(3) GDPR;
Right to lodge a complaint pursuant to Art. 77 GDPR.
10.2 Right to Object
IF WE PROCESS YOUR PERSONAL DATA ON THE BASIS OF OUR OVERRIDING LEGITIMATE INTEREST WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF A BALANCING OF INTERESTS, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO OBJECT TO THIS PROCESSING AT ANY TIME FOR REASONS ARISING FROM YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION, WITH EFFECT FOR THE FUTURE. IF YOU EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO OBJECT, WE WILL STOP PROCESSING THE AFFECTED DATA. HOWEVER, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CONTINUE PROCESSING IF WE CAN DEMONSTRATE COMPELLING LEGITIMATE GROUNDS FOR THE PROCESSING THAT OVERRIDE YOUR INTERESTS, FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS, AND FREEDOMS, OR IF THE PROCESSING SERVES TO ESTABLISH, EXERCISE, OR DEFEND LEGAL CLAIMS. IF YOUR PERSONAL DATA IS BEING PROCESSED BY US FOR DIRECT MARKETING PURPOSES, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO OBJECT AT ANY TIME TO THE PROCESSING OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA FOR SUCH MARKETING. YOU CAN EXERCISE THIS RIGHT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IF YOU EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO OBJECT, WE WILL STOP PROCESSING YOUR PERSONAL DATA FOR DIRECT MARKETING PURPOSES.
11. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites and encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.
12. Advertising, Online Marketing and Third-Party Tools
This website uses Google AdSense, a web advertising service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, 4 Barrow St, Dublin, D04 E5W5, Ireland ("Google"). Google AdSense uses so-called cookies, which are text files stored on your computer that enable an analysis of your use of the website. In addition, Google AdSense also uses so-called “web beacons” (small invisible graphics) to collect information. These can be used to record, collect, and evaluate simple actions such as visitor traffic on the website. The information generated by cookies and/or web beacons (including your IP address) about your use of this website is generally transmitted to a server operated by Google and stored there. This may also involve a transfer to servers of Google LLC in the United States. Google uses this information to evaluate your usage behavior with regard to the AdSense ads displayed. The IP address transmitted by your browser within the scope of Google AdSense will not be merged with other data held by Google. The information collected by Google may be transferred to third parties where required by law or where such third parties process the data on Google’s behalf. All processing described above, particularly the reading of information from the end device via cookies and/or web beacons, will only take place if you have given us your express consent in accordance with Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR. Without this consent, Google AdSense will not be used during your visit to the site. You may withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by deactivating this service in the “cookie consent tool” provided on our website. For data transfers to the United States, the provider is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, which ensures compliance with the European data protection level based on an adequacy decision by the European Commission. Further information about Google’s privacy policies can be found at: https://business.safety.google/intl/en/privacy/ and https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/
13) Page Functionality
This website uses so-called Google Web Fonts fonts provided by the following provider to ensure a uniform presentation of fonts: Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, 4 Barrow St, Dublin, D04 E5W5, Ireland. When you access a page, your browser loads the required web fonts into its browser cache in order to display texts and fonts correctly and establishes a direct connection to the provider’s servers. In doing so, certain browser information, including your IP address, is transmitted to the provider.nData may also be transmitted to: Google LLC, USA. The processing of personal data in connection with the use of the font provider only takes place if you have given us your explicit consent in accordance with Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR. You can revoke your consent at any time with future effect by deactivating this service via the “cookie consent tool” provided on the website. If your browser does not support web fonts, a standard font from your computer will be used instead. For data transfers to the USA, the provider has joined the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, which ensures compliance with the European level of data protection based on an adequacy decision by the European Commission. Further information on Google’s privacy policy can be found here: https://business.safety.google/intl/de/privacy/
14. GDPR Compliance and Legal Basis
We process your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on the following legal grounds:
Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., providing a secure, efficient, and optimized website), provided these interests are not overridden by your rights.
Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with applicable laws.
If your data is transferred outside the EU/EEA (for example, to Canada or the United States), we ensure that adequate safeguards—such as standard contractual clauses—are in place. Our processing of your personal data complies with Articles 6, 15–22, and other applicable provisions of the GDPR. Our Service does not employ automated decision-making processes, including profiling, that produce legal or similarly significant effects.
15. US Privacy Regulations
In addition to the rights provided under the GDPR for European residents, certain US states—most notably California—have enacted privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). If you are a California resident or reside in another state with similar privacy legislation, you have additional rights regarding your personal data, including:
The right to know about the personal information we collect, use, and disclose
The right to request deletion of your personal information
The right to opt out of the sale of your personal information (if applicable)
The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
We ensure that any transfer of personal data to the United States is conducted with adequate safeguards. To exercise these rights or request further information about our data practices under US privacy law, please contact us at info@hardelot.de.
16. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately at info@hardelot.de so that we can promptly remove such information. If we become aware of any data collected from children under 13 without proper parental consent, we will delete that information from our servers without delay.
17. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or any matter related to your personal data—including the exercise of your GDPR or US privacy rights—please contact us at: Email: info@hardelot.de