Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

We at Jourma GmbH (hereinafter referred to as 'we,' 'us,' or 'our') take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, and use your information when you visit our website https://jourma.de, sign up for our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us online.

We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable German data protection laws.

2. Name and Contact Details of the Controller

The controller responsible for the processing of personal data under this Privacy Policy is:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at the details above.

3. Personal Data We Collect and How We Collect It

• Email Address: If you sign up to receive our newsletter and marketing communications, we will collect your email address (and any other details you may optionally provide, such as your name).

• Server Log Data: When you visit our website, our servers automatically record certain information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and time and date of your visit.

• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies (small text files stored on your device) and similar tracking technologies to personalize content and ads, provide social media features, analyze traffic, or remember your preferences. For details, see our Cookie Section.

• Newsletter Data: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect data on how you interact with our emails (e.g., open and click rates) through our email serviceprovider, Mailchimp.

4. Purposes of Data Processing

• Website Functionality: To ensure the website and its features work properly (e.g., server logs to detect and fix technical errors).

• Newsletter: To send marketing and informational materials related to our upcoming app launch or other news about our company.

• User Engagement: To measure and improve user engagement, we may analyze interactions (e.g., click and open rates in newsletters).

• Security: To protect our website and infrastructure against unauthorized access or malicious attacks.

5. Legal Bases for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under the GDPR:

• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): We process your personal data for newsletter sign-ups when you voluntarily provide your email address and explicitly consent to receive our communications.

• Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): We may process minimal server log data and cookie data for security, stability, fraud prevention, and to improve user experience, insofar as these interests are not overridden by your fundamental rights and freedoms.

6. Newsletter and Email Marketing with Mailchimp

We use Mailchimp, a marketing platform provided by The Rocket Science Group LLC, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Suite 5000, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA (“Mailchimp”), to manage our email newsletter subscriptions and to send marketing and informational emails.

• Data Processed:

• Email Address (required)

• Name Surname (required)

• Engagement data (open rates, click-throughs, etc.)

• Data Transfer & Compliance:

• Mailchimp’s servers are located in the United States.

• Mailchimp complies with GDPR requirements and uses Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) (https://mailchimp.com/help/mailchimp-european-data-transfers/) as a lawful basis for data transfers from the EU to the US.

• We have entered into a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) (https://mailchimp.com/legal/data-processing-addendum/) with Mailchimp to ensure your personal data is processed only according to our instructions and protected by adequate safeguards.

• Withdrawal of Consent / Unsubscribe:You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link provided in every email or by contacting us at info@jourma.de. Your data will then be deleted from our mailing list unless legal obligations require further storage.For more information on Mailchimp’s data practices, please visit Mailchimp’s GDPR page and their Privacy Policy.

7. Retention Periods

• Newsletter Data: We store your email address for as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter. If you unsubscribe, we will delete your email address from our active mailing list.

• Server Logs: Stored for a short period (usually a few days or weeks) for security and troubleshooting, then automatically deleted or anonymized.

• Cookies: Retention periods vary depending on whether cookies are session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain until they expire or are deleted by the user). See our Cookie Section for details.

• We will retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal obligations.

8. Data Recipients and Third-Party Services

• Mailchimp: For newsletter and email marketing (as detailed above).

• Service Providers: We may share personal data with trusted third-party vendors (e.g., hosting providers, IT maintenance) that act on our behalf under strict instructions.

• Legal or Regulatory Requirements: We may disclose personal data where required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., courts or government agencies).

• We do not sell or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

9. International Data Transfers

When we transfer personal data from the EU/EEA to countries outside the EU/EEA (e.g., the United States), we ensure compliance with GDPR rules on cross-border data transfers. This may include Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or other lawful mechanisms.

10. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (like web beacons or pixels) to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies can be:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for the website to function.

• Functional/Preference Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

• Analytics Cookies (if in use): Collect aggregated data to analyze website usage and improve performance.

• Marketing Cookies: Track browsing habits to display relevant advertising (if used).

Cookie Consent

Upon visiting our website, you may see a cookie banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you agree to accept. You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time in your browser settings or by using our cookie preferences tool (if available).

How to Manage Cookies

Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. For detailed instructions, refer to your browser’s help menu. Please note that if you block all cookies, some website features may not function properly.

11. Your Rights under the GDPR

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:

• Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): Obtain confirmation whether we process your personal data and, if so, request a copy.

• Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

• Right to Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): Request deletion of your personal data if certain conditions apply (e.g., no longer necessary for the purposes collected).

• Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18 GDPR): Restrict processing in certain circumstances (e.g., contesting accuracy or objecting to processing).

• Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, or request the transfer to another controller.

• Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): Object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, to the processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests. You can also object to direct marketing at any time.

• Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR): If the processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw this consent at any time with future effect.

• To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@jourma.de We will respond to your request as soon as possible and within the statutory time limits.