Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung)

1. Controller

The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:

2. Overview of Data Processing

We process personal data when you:

• Visit our website
• Subscribe to the closed beta waiting list
• Contact us via email

We process data in accordance with the GDPR and applicable German data protection laws.

3. Hosting

This website is hosted by:

When you visit this website, the hosting provider automatically collects and stores the following information in server log files:

• IP address
• Date and time of access
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referrer URL
• Accessed pages

This data is processed to ensure website stability and security.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in secure and stable website operation).

4. Closed Beta Registration (Email Collection)

When you subscribe to our closed beta waiting list, we collect:

• Email address

Purpose of processing:

• To inform you about the ChikiPiki closed beta launch
• To send updates related to the beta program

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

You can withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

Data retention: Your email address will be stored until you withdraw consent or until the beta program ends.

We use [Email Provider Name] for email management. Data may be processed on servers located outside the EU. In such cases, appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place.

5. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4, a web analytics service provided by:

Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to analyze website usage.

We use Google Analytics to:

• Understand visitor behavior
• Improve our website
• Measure interest in our beta program

IP anonymization is enabled.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent via cookie banner).

Google may process data in the United States. Transfers are based on the EU-US Data Privacy Framework and/or Standard Contractual Clauses.

You can withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

Types of cookies used:

• Essential cookies (required for website functionality)
• Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)

Analytics cookies are only set after your consent.

You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie banner settings.

7. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• 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)

If you believe that your data is processed unlawfully, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

In Berlin, the competent authority is:

Berliner Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit

8. Data Security

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