Service Provider (Diensteanbieter)

  • Name: Dr. Philipp Blandfort
  • Address: Im Grühlingswald 9, 66299 Friedrichsthal, Germany
  • Email: consulting [at] pblandfort.com

Responsible for Journalistic and Editorial Content
Dr. Philipp Blandfort

Disclaimer

Accountability for Content

The contents of our pages have been created with the utmost care. However, we cannot guarantee the contents’ accuracy, completeness, or topicality. According to statutory provisions (Telemediengesetz, TMG §7), we are responsible for our own content on these web pages. In this matter, please note that we are not obliged to monitor external information transmitted or saved, or investigate circumstances pointing to illegal activity.

This website may contain links to external websites, which are not under our control. Therefore, we cannot accept any responsibility for the content of those websites. In all cases, the provider of the linked websites is responsible for their own content.

Content and works published on this website by the site operator are governed by German copyright laws. Any duplication, processing, distribution, or any form of utilization beyond the scope of copyright law shall require the prior written consent of the respective author or authors.

Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung)

We take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal data is collected and processed when you use our services in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant German data protection laws.

1. Name and Contact Information of the Controller

Controller for the purposes of the GDPR:

  • Name: Dr. Philipp Blandfort
  • Address: Im Grühlingswald 9, 66299 Friedrichsthal, Germany
  • Email: consulting [at] pblandfort.com

2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data, and the Nature and Purpose of Its Use

  • Server Log Files
    When you visit our website, certain data is automatically transmitted by your browser and stored in server log files. This may include the IP address, browser type/version, operating system, the page accessed, and the date/time of the request. The legal basis for this data processing is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in ensuring the technical functionality and security of our website.

  • Comments / User-Generated Content If you use the comment functionality on our site, personal data like your username and the content of your comment will be stored to display it publicly. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent) or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in fostering user engagement). You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time with future effect.

  • Contact via Email
    If you contact us by email, we store your message and personal data (e.g., name, email address) for the purpose of responding to your request. The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR if the inquiry is related to contract fulfillment, or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR for any other inquiries.

3. Data Retention and Deletion

We process and store personal data only for the period necessary to achieve the purpose of storage or as required by law. Once the purpose no longer applies, or a mandatory retention period expires, the data is routinely deleted or anonymized.

4. Transfer of Data to Third Parties

We do not transfer personal data to third parties without your explicit consent, except when legally permitted or required (e.g., if necessary for contract performance or legal compliance).

5. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access (Art. 15 GDPR)
  • Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
  • Right to Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
  • Right to Restrict Processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
  • Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
  • Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR)

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data has been processed unlawfully.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. Any such updates will be posted on this page.

Contact

If you have questions about the legal notice or privacy policy, please contact:
consulting [at] pblandfort.com