Privacy Policy

I. Name and address of the responsible body

The responsible body within the meaning of the General Data Protection Act and other national data protection laws of
the member states as well as other data protection provisions is:

JULABO STIFTUNG
Gerhard-Juchheim-Strasse 1
77960 Seelbach/Germany

Telefon: +49 (0) 7823 / 51 9074
E-Mail: info@julabo-stiftung.org
Internet: www.julabo-stiftung.org

Hold in trust by

JULABO GmbH
Gerhard-Juchheim-Strasse 1
77960 Seelbach/Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 7823 / 510
Fax: +49 (0) 7823 / 2491
E-mail: info.de@julabo.com
Internet: www.julabo.com

Name and address of the data protection officer

The data protection officer of the responsible body is:

Harald Seiler
JULABO GmbH
Gerhard-Juchheim-Strasse 1
77960 Seelbach/Germany

Telephone: +49 (0) 7823 – 51 7042
E-mail: datenschutz@julabo.com

II. Data processing

1. Provision of the website and creation of logfiles

a. Description and scope of data processing

Every time you access our website, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of
the accessing computer.

The following data will be collected:

  • Information about the browser type and the version used
  • User’s IP address
  • Date and time of access

The data is also stored in the logfiles of our system.

b. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the processing of data is Art. 6 paragraph 1 lit. f GDPA [General Data Protection Act].

c. Purpose of data processing

It is necessary for the system to temporarily store the IP address in order to enable delivery of the website to the
user’s computer. For this purpose, the user’s IP address must be stored for the duration of the session.

d. Duration of storage

The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose of the collection. If the data is
collected to provide the website, the data will be deleted as soon as the respective session is terminated.

e. Means of objection and termination

The collection of data to provide the website and the storage of data in logfiles is imperative for the operation of
the website. Consequently, the user has no possibility to object.

2. Disclosure of data

Your personal data will not be transmitted to third parties for purposes other than those stated below.

We will disclose your personal data to third parties only if:

  • you have given your explicit consent for this pursuant to Art. 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. a GDPA,
  • the disclosure is required according to Article 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. GDPR for the protection of our legitimate
    interests such as, among others, the establishment, exercise or defense of any legal claim, and there is no reason to
    believe that you have an overriding legitimate interest in not disclosing your data,
  • the disclosure pursuant to Art. 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. c GDPA is subject to a statutory obligation and
  • legally permissible and necessary for the settlement of contractual relations pursuant to Art. 6 paragraph 1 page
    1 lit. c GDPA.

3. Use of cookies

a. Description and scope of data processing

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the Internet browser or in the Internet browser
on the user’s computer system. If a user accesses a website, a cookie may be stored on the user’s operating system.
This cookie contains a characteristic string which enables the browser to be clearly identified when the website is
accessed again.

We use cookies to make the website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require the calling browser to be
able to be identified also after a different site has been accessed.

The following data is stored and transmitted in the cookies:

  • Information on the session (session cookies)
  • Use of website functions

In addition, we use cookies and analysis services for visits to our website. For more details refer to items II.5 of this Privacy Policy. Furthermore, we use cookies which make it possible to analyse the users’ browsing
habits.

When accessing our website, an information banner informs users about the use of cookies for analysis purposes and
refers to this Privacy Policy. In this connection a message also appears on how the storage of cookies can be
prevented in the browser settings.

b. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the processing of personal data is Art. 6 paragraph 1 lit. f GDPA.

c. Purpose of data processing

The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to make it easier for users to use websites. Some functions of
our website cannot be offered without using cookies. For these functions, the browser has to be recognised again after
accessing a different website.

Analysis cookies are used for the purpose of improving the quality of our website and the contents. The analysis
cookies enable us to learn how the website is used and we thereby constantly optimise our offerings.

Our legitimate interest in the processing of personal data pursuant to Art. 6 paragraph 1 lit. f GDPA is also based
on these purposes.

e. Duration of storage, Means of objection and termination

Cookies are stored on the user’s computer and transmitted from there to our website. For this reason, you as a user
maintain full control over the use of cookies. By changing the setting in your Internet browser, you can deactivate or
restrict the transmission of cookies. Cookies that have already been stored can be deleted at any time. This can also
be done automatically. If cookies are deactivated for our website, you may not be able to fully use all functions of
the website.

4. Forms and e-mail contact

a. Description and scope of data processing

There are various forms available on our website which can be used to establish contact electronically. If a user
submits one of these forms, the data entered in the entry mask will be transmitted to us and stored. This data
includes:

  • Name
  • E-mail address
  • Remarks / Free text

Additionally, the following data will be stored at the time of submission:

  • Date and time

Within the scope of submission, your consent will be obtained for the processing of data and reference will be made
to this Privacy Policy.

Alternatively, contact can be established via the e-mail address provided. In this case, the user’s personal data
transmitted with the e-mail will be stored.

In this connection, the information will be disclosed at most to the subsidiaries and/or distribution partners
responsible for your specific request.

b. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the processing of data if the user’s consent has been given is Art. 6 paragraph 1 lit. f
GDPA.

The legal basis for the processing of data transmitted when sending an e-mail is Art. 6 paragraph 1 lit. f GDPA. If
the e-mail contact is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis for the processing is Art. 6
paragraph 1 lit. b GDPA. The legal basis for the disclosure to the responsible subsidiaries and/or distribution
partners is Art. 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. b GDPA, and if a consent has been obtained Art. 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. a
GDPA.

c. Purpose of data processing

The sole purpose of processing personal data from the entry mask is to process your contacting us. If contact is
established by e-mail, the required legitimate interest in the processing of the data is also based thereupon.

The other personal data processed during the submission process serves the purpose of preventing abuse of the contact
form and safeguarding our information technology systems.

d. Duration of storage

The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose of the collection. In principle, the
data is not deleted automatically. The data pool in CRM is regularly inspected in the company. Data that is no longer
required for the purposes of the procedure will be deleted manually.

e. Means of objection and termination

Users have the option to revoke their consent to the processing of personal data at any time. If users contact us by
e-mail, they can object to the storage of their personal data at any time. In such a case, communication cannot be
continued. All personal data that has been stored within the scope of making contact will be deleted in this case.

5. Use of Google Analytics

a. Description and scope of data processing

This website uses the service “Google Analytics” offered by Google Inc. (1600 Amphitheatre Parkway Mountain View, CA
94043, USA) to analyse the website usage by users. The services uses “cookies” – text files which are stored on your
terminal device. The information collected through cookies is usually sent to a Google server in the USA and stored
there.

The IP is anonymized on this website. The user’s IP address is shortened within the EU member states and the European
Economic Area. With the shortened IP address, reference to your person is no longer possible. Within the framework of
the agreement on order data processing which the website operators have concluded with Google Inc., Google Inc.
evaluates the website usage and website activity using the information collected and renders services related to the
Internet usage.

b. Legal basis for data processing

The legal basis for the processing of data is Art. 6 paragraph 1 lit. f GDPA.

c. Purpose of data processing

The service enables us to analyse users’ activities on our website.

d. Duration of storage

Due to pseudonymisation, the data is stored without limitation.

e. Means of objection and termination

You have the option to prevent the storage of cookies on your device by adjusting the settings in your browser
accordingly. There is no guarantee that you will be able to access all functions of this website without restrictions
if your browser does not allow cookies.

Furthermore, by installing a browser plug-in, you can prevent the information collected by cookies (including your IP
address) from being sent to and being used by Google Inc. Click on the following link for the corresponding plug-in:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

More information on the use of data by Google Inc. can be found here:
https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245

6. Use of YouTube, Google Maps and Google Fonts

On the basis of Art. 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. f GDPA, we use the services of the provider Google LLC to make our
website more attractive to you as a user. The underlying advertising purpose is to be regarded as legitimate interest
within the meaning of GDPA. The responsibility for data protection compliant operation is to be ensured by the
provider.

a. Use of YouTube

Our website uses plug-ins of the website YouTube operated by the third-party provider Google LLC, 1600
Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. For more information on the handling of user data refer to
the YouTube privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

The data processing described can be deactivated via the following link:
https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated.

b. Use of Google Maps

We have integrated the maps of the “Google Maps” service provided by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain
View, CA 94043, USA. For more information on the handling of user data, refer to the privacy policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy.

The data processing described can be deactivated via the following link:
https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated.

c. Use of Google Fonts

We have incorporated the fonts of Google, LLC., https://www.google.com/fonts
(“Google Fonts”). The Google Fonts are incorporated through a server call to Google (usually in the USA).
For more information on the handling of user data, refer to the privacy policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy.

The data processing described can be deactivated via the following link:
https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated.

III. Rights of the persons affected

1. Rights of the persons affected

If your personal data is processed, you are a person affected within the meaning of GDPA and you are entitled to the
following rights vis-à-vis the responsible body:

You have the right:

  • to request information about your personal data compiled by us in accordance with Art. 15 GDPA; In particular, you
    can request information about the processing purposes, the category of the personal data, the categories of
    recipients to whom your data was or will be disclosed, the planned duration of storage, the existence of a right to
    correction, deletion, restriction of processing or objection, the existence of a right of complaint, the origin of
    your data, if it was not collected by us, as well as the existence of an automated decision-making process including
    profiling and, as the case may be, meaningful information on the details thereof;
  • to request the immediate correction of incorrect information or completion of your personal data stored by us in
    accordance with Art. 15 GDPA;
  • to request the deletion of your personal data stored by us in accordance with Art. 15 GDPA insofar as processing
    is not required in order to exercise the right of freedom of expression and information, to fulfil a legal
    obligation, for reasons of public interest or to assert, exercise or defend legal claims;
  • to request the restriction of the processing of your personal data in accordance with Art. 15 GDPA insofar as you
    challenge the correctness of the data, processing is unlawful, but you reject their deletion and we no longer need
    the data, but you need it to assert, exercise or defend legal claims or you have objected to the processing in
    accordance with Art. 21 GDPA;
  • to request to receive your personal data you have made available to us in a structured, common and
    machine-readable format or transmission to another responsible body in accordance with Art. 20 GDPA;
  • to revoke the consent you have previously given to us in accordance with Art. 7 paragraph 3 GDPA. A result of this
    is that in the future we are not allowed to continue the processing of the data that was based on this consent.
  • to complain to a supervisory authority in accordance with Art. 77 GDPA. As a general rule, you can resort to a
    supervisory authority at your usual residence or workplace or our place of business.

2. Right of objection

If your personal data is processed on the basis of legitimate interests pursuant to Art. 6 paragraph 1 page 1 lit. f
GDPA, you have the right pursuant to Art. 21 GDPA to object to the processing of your personal data if there are
reasons arising from your situation or the objection is directed towards direct advertising. In the latter case you
have a general right of objection, which will be implemented by us without you stating a specific situation.

If you would like to make use of your right of revocation or objection, it is sufficient to send an e-mail to info@julabo-stiftung.org.

3. Data security

We apply suitable technical and organisational safety measures to protect your data against accidental or intentional
manipulations, partial or complete loss, destruction or against access by unauthorised third parties. Our safety
measures are regularly improved in line with technological developments.