Privacy Policy for www.patweds.com

1. Controller
   The controller responsible for data processing in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:
   Patweds Videography
   Patrik Paschke
   Heimannstrasse 77, 46240 Bottrop

   Email: info@patweds.com

2. General Information on Data Processing
   We process personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable national laws.

Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.

3. Hosting and Server Log Files
   When you visit our website, information is automatically collected by our hosting provider and stored in server log files. This may include:
   IP address
   Date and time of access
   Browser type and version
   Operating system
   Referrer URL
   Hostname of the accessing device

This data is processed to ensure the proper functioning, stability, and security of the website.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest)

4. Contacting Us
   If you contact us via email or a contact form, we process the data you provide (such as name, email address, and message) to handle your request.

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures)
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in effective communication)

5. Contract Processing
   If you book our videography services, we process personal data such as your name, contact details, and project-related information to fulfill the contract.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (performance of a contract)

6. Cookies
   Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

Essential cookies are required for the operation of the website.
Non-essential cookies, such as those used for analytics or marketing, are only used with your consent.

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (essential cookies)
Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)

7. Integration of Instagram
   Our website includes features of the service Instagram, provided by Meta Platforms Ireland Limited.

When you visit a page containing Instagram content, a connection to Instagram’s servers is established. This may involve the processing of personal data, such as your IP address and browsing behavior.

Where consent is obtained, the legal basis is Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.
Otherwise, processing is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in an appealing online presence).

Data may be transferred to third countries, including the United States. Meta uses standard contractual clauses pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR.

8. Use of Zoom
   We use Zoom, provided by Zoom Video Communications, Inc., for online meetings and consultations.

The following personal data may be processed:
Name
Email address
Meeting metadata (time, duration)
Audio and video data
Chat content (if applicable)

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract / pre-contractual measures)
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (efficient communication)

Data may be transferred to third countries, including the United States. Standard contractual clauses pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR are used.

9. Use of Google Meet
   We also use Google Meet, a service provided by Google Ireland Limited.

During use, personal data such as name, email address, and communication content may be processed.

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR

Data transfers to third countries (e.g., the United States) cannot be excluded. Google uses standard contractual clauses pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR.

10. Data Sharing
    We only share personal data:
    if this is necessary for contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
    if there is a legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)
    if you have given your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

11. Data Retention
    Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated or as required by statutory retention periods.

12. 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 at any time (Art. 7(3) GDPR)

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

13. Data Security
    We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, and unauthorized access.

14. Updates to This Privacy Policy
    This privacy policy is current as of April 2026. We reserve the right to amend it to comply with legal requirements or changes to our services.