Data Protection
1. General Information on Data Processing
1.1 Controller
Responsible within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG) is:
Traces Consulting GmbH
Elberfelder Straße 32
10555 Berlin
Germany
Phone: +49 151 40 42 05 48
Email: info@traces-consulting.com
Website: https://www.traces-consulting.com
1.2 Protection of Your Data
We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk and to protect your personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access.
Where we use external service providers for the provision of our services, these providers are carefully selected and contractually bound in accordance with Article 28 GDPR.
Our website is protected using SSL/TLS encryption. You can recognize a secure connection by the "https://" prefix in your browser's address bar.
1.3 Erasure of Personal Data
We process personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the respective purpose of processing or to comply with statutory retention obligations.
As soon as the purpose of processing no longer applies and no statutory retention obligations prevent deletion, personal data will be erased.
2. Use of Data on this Website and Log Files
2.1 Scope of Processing of Personal Data
When you visit our website, our web server automatically records information transmitted by your browser.
The following data may be collected:
- IP address
- Date and time of access
- Name and URL of the retrieved file
- Amount of data transferred
- Browser type and version
- Operating system used
- Referrer URL (if applicable)
Website hosting is provided by:
IONOS SE
Elgendorfer Straße 57
56410 Montabaur
Germany
Further information can be found in the IONOS Privacy Policy:
https://www.ionos.com/help/privacy-policy/
2.2 Legal Basis for Processing
The legal basis for processing log file data is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Our legitimate interest is to ensure the functionality, security and stability of our website.
2.3 Purpose of Processing
Processing is carried out for:
- Technical provision of the website
- Establishment and maintenance of network connections
- Detection and prevention of misuse or attacks
- System security and administration
- Optimization of website functionality
2.4 Storage Period
Log file data is stored only for the period necessary to achieve the above-mentioned purposes and is subsequently deleted or anonymized in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
2.5 Right to Object
The collection and processing of log data is necessary for the operation of the website. Therefore, users generally have no possibility to object.
3. Cookies
3.1 Description and Scope of Data Processing
Our website may use technically necessary cookies.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser.
The cookies used may store:
- Language preferences
- Technical session information
No cookies are used to personally identify visitors.
3.2 Legal Basis
The legal basis is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
3.3 Purpose of Processing
The use of cookies serves to:
- Ensure website functionality
- Improve user experience
- Store language settings
3.4 Storage Period
Cookies remain stored for the duration required for their respective function and are automatically deleted afterward.
3.5 Right to Object
You may configure your browser to reject cookies or delete cookies already stored.
Please note that certain website functions may then not be available.
4. Contact by E-mail
4.1 Description and Scope of Data Processing
You may contact us via email.
The following personal data may be processed:
- Email address
- Name (if provided)
- Content of your inquiry
- Additional information voluntarily provided by you
Your data will not be passed on to third parties unless legally required.
4.2 Legal Basis
The legal basis is Article 6(1)(b) GDPR or Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
4.3 Purpose of Processing
Personal data is processed solely for the purpose of handling and responding to your inquiry.
4.4 Storage Period
Your data will be deleted once your inquiry has been fully resolved unless statutory retention obligations apply.
4.5 Right to Object
You may object to the processing of your personal data at any time.
5. Application Process
5.1 Description and Scope of Data Processing
You may apply for positions at traces consulting GmbH via email at:
info@traces-consulting.com
The following data may be processed:
- Contact information
- Application documents
- Curriculum vitae
- Certificates and references
- Correspondence related to the application process
5.2 Legal Basis
The legal basis is:
- Article 88 GDPR
- Section 26 BDSG
5.3 Purpose of Processing
The processing of applicant data is carried out solely for conducting the recruitment process.
5.4 Storage Period
In the event of a successful application, applicant data will become part of the personnel file.
If an application is unsuccessful, the data will generally be deleted after expiration of applicable retention periods unless consent has been given for longer storage.
5.5 Right to Object
Applicants may withdraw their application and request deletion of their data at any time, provided no statutory obligations prevent deletion.
6. Social Media Links
Our website may contain links to social media platforms.
When you click on a social media link, you leave our website and are redirected to the website of the respective provider.
Please note that personal data may then be processed directly by that provider.
Further information can be found in the respective provider's privacy policy.
7. Third-Party Services
7.1 Google Fonts
If Google Fonts are integrated into the website, fonts may be loaded from Google servers.
Provider:
Google Ireland Limited
Gordon House
Barrow Street
Dublin 4
Ireland
More information:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
7.2 Legal Basis
The legal basis is Article 6(1)(a) GDPR, provided consent is required.
7.3 Purpose
The purpose is to ensure a consistent and visually appealing presentation of website content.
8. Data Protection Information Regarding Our Social Media Presence
We maintain a company presence on:
(Insert company profile URL here)
LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company
Wilton Plaza
Wilton Place
Dublin 2
Ireland
Further information about LinkedIn's processing of personal data can be found here:
8.1 Data Processed by LinkedIn
When visiting our LinkedIn profile, LinkedIn may collect and process personal data independently.
This may include:
- IP address
- Usage behavior
- Device information
- Cookie information
For details, please consult LinkedIn's Privacy Policy.
8.2 Data Processed by Us
We may process information that you make publicly available when interacting with our LinkedIn profile, such as:
- User name
- Comments
- Messages
- Reactions and recommendations
8.3 Legal Basis
The legal basis is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Our legitimate interest is corporate communication and presenting our services.
9. International Data Transfers
Where personal data is transferred to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), appropriate safeguards in accordance with Articles 44 et seq. GDPR are implemented.
Such safeguards may include:
- Adequacy decisions of the European Commission
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms
10. Your Rights
You have the following rights under the GDPR:
- Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)
- Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
- Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
- Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
- Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
- Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
- Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7 GDPR)
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)
11. Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your rights, please contact:
Traces Consulting GmbH
Elberfelder Straße 32
10555 Berlin
Germany
Email: info@traces-consulting.com
Phone: +49 151 40 42 05 48
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy where necessary to comply with legal requirements or changes to our services.
Version: September 2026