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Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

Essence of Earth
Belchenstr. 3 79639 Grenzach-Wyhlen
benedict.adam2611@gmail.com
+41786280885

The party responsible for data processing on this website within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the entity named above.

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2. General Information on Data Processing

We process personal data of our users only to the extent necessary to provide a functional website as well as our content and services.
The processing of personal data is generally carried out only with the consent of the data subject or where processing is permitted by legal provisions.

Legal bases for processing under Art. 6 GDPR:

  • Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR – Consent (e.g., newsletter subscription, cookie tracking)

  • Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR – Performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures (e.g., order processing)

  • Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR – Legal obligation

  • Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interest (e.g., website analysis, IT security)

 

3. Data Collection on Our Website

a) Server Log Files

When visiting our website, information is automatically transmitted by the browser to our server and stored in so-called server log files.
This may include:

  • IP address

  • Date and time of request

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Referrer URL

  • Hostname of the accessing computer

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in secure and stable website provision)
Storage period: up to 14 days, after which it is deleted automatically.

b) Cookies

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
We distinguish between:

  • Essential cookies: necessary for the operation of the website (e.g., shopping cart)

  • Optional cookies: for statistics, marketing, and personalization (only with consent)

On your first visit to our website, a cookie consent banner will be displayed where you can give or refuse your consent.

Legal basis:

  • Essential cookies: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR

  • Optional cookies: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR in conjunction with § 25 TTDSG

You can withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie management tool on our website.

c) Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze website usage. The information generated by the cookie is generally transferred to a Google server in the USA and stored there.

We use IP anonymization, so your IP address is shortened within the EU/EEA.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)
Cookie storage period: up to 14 months
Withdrawal: You can withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie banner or use the browser add-on to deactivate Google Analytics.

More information: Google Privacy Policy.

d) Newsletter

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we require your email address.
Subscription is carried out using the double opt-in process: after signing up, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to finalize your subscription.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)
Withdrawal: You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the newsletter.

If we use an external provider (e.g., Mailchimp, Brevo/Sendinblue), processing is carried out under a data processing agreement (Art. 28 GDPR).

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4. Data Disclosure

Your data will only be shared with third parties if:

  • you have given your explicit consent

  • it is necessary for contract performance

  • we are legally obliged to do so

  • it is permissible based on legitimate interests

 

5. Data Transfers to Third Countries

If we use services from providers outside the EU/EEA (e.g., Google), data transfer is based on:

  • adequacy decisions by the European Commission, or

  • the EU’s Standard Contractual Clauses

 

6. Storage Period

We store personal data only as long as necessary for the respective purpose or as required by law.

 

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights:

  • Access (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

  • Objection (Art. 21 GDPR)

  • Withdrawal of consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR)

To exercise your rights, simply contact us via email.

 

8. Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data against loss, destruction, manipulation, and unauthorized access.

 

9. Changes

We reserve the right to update this privacy policy at any time.
Current version: 08.08.2025

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