Effective Date: 01. August, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how The Deutsch Teacher ("we", "us", or "our") collects, stores, uses, and discloses personal data when you use our website https://www.thedeutschteacher.com ("Site"). By using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. Who We Are

The Deutsch Teacher is an online German language coaching business operated by:

Ann Krannitz
The Deutsch Teacher
Jurastrasse 27/1
72072 Tübingen

Germany
Email: [email protected]

We offer digital courses, coaching, and downloadable resources for German learners.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

- Full name

- Email address
- Mailing address (if required for invoicing)
- Phone number (if voluntarily provided)
- Payment information (processed through secure third-party platforms)
- IP address, browser type, and device data (via cookies and analytics tools)

You are not required to provide personal data, but some features may be unavailable without it.

3. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect data:

- Directly from you, when you subscribe to our mailing list, register for a course, purchase a product, or contact us.
- Automatically, via cookies and similar technologies when you visit our Site.

4. Why We Collect and Use Your Data

We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable German data protection laws. Your data is used to:

- Provide access to courses and services
- Process transactions and enrollments
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Send transactional and service-related communications
- Send promotional or educational content (with your consent)
- Improve the performance and content of our Site

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under Art. 6(1) GDPR:

- Consent – when you voluntarily opt in to our mailing list (Art. 6(1)(a))
- Contractual necessity – to fulfill purchases or course participation (Art. 6(1)(b))
- Legal obligation – to meet accounting, tax, or other legal requirements (Art. 6(1)(c))
- Legitimate interests – to improve our services and protect our Site (Art. 6(1)(f))

6. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We share data only with service providers necessary to deliver our services. These include:

- Stripe – Payment processing: https://stripe.com/privacy

- Feacreate – Website hosting, course delivery, and email automation: https://feacreate.com/privacy-policy
- Squarespace – Domain platform: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy
- Google (Workspace, Meet, Drive) – Email, video calls, file storage: https://policies.google.com/privacy

- Meta (Instagram/Facebook) – Social media marketing: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/

- TikTok – Video-based marketing and engagement: https://www.tiktok.com/legal/page/eea/privacy-policy/en

All providers only receive the minimum data necessary and are contractually bound to comply with data protection laws.

7. International Data Transfers

Some third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, Meta, Google) are based outside the EU/EEA. When your personal data is transferred internationally, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other legally approved mechanisms to ensure adequate protection.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

- Analyze website usage and performance
- Customize user experiences
- Remember your preferences

We only use non-essential cookies with your explicit consent, as required under §25 of the German Telecommunications-Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG). You may manage your preferences at any time via our cookie banner or adjust your browser settings.

9. Email Marketing and Double Opt-In

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we use a double opt-in process to confirm your email address. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of each email or by contacting us directly at [email protected].

10. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as legally required (e.g., for tax purposes or accounting obligations). Newsletter subscriber data is stored until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

11. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or outdated data
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., for marketing emails)
- File a complaint with a supervisory authority

Supervisory Authority in Germany:
Die Bundesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit (BfDI)
https://www.bfdi.bund.de

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have unintentionally collected data from a child, please contact us, and we will delete it promptly.

13. Links to External Sites

Our Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

14. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The most recent version will always be posted here, with the effective date shown at the top. Continued use of our Site after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, contact:

Ann Krannitz
The Deutsch Teacher
Jurastrasse 27/1
72072 Tübingen

Germany
Email: [email protected]