Privacy Policy

Controller:

Data Protection Officer on behalf of LCP GmbH:

1.1. Scope of Processing of Personal Data

LCP Leuna Carboxylation Plant GmbH takes the protection of your personal data very seriously. We collect and use personal data of our users only insofar as this is necessary to provide a functional website as well as our content and services. The collection and use of personal data of our users generally takes place only with the user's consent. An exception applies in cases where prior consent cannot be obtained for factual reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by legal provisions.

1.2. Legal Basis for the Processing of Personal Data

Personal data are individual details about personal or factual circumstances of an identified or identifiable natural person. This includes information such as the name, address, telephone number and date of birth of a person. Data that cannot be linked to the identity of a person are not considered personal data. This includes, for example, the number of users of our websites or comparable aggregated information. Insofar as we obtain the consent of the data subject for processing operations involving personal data, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR) serves as the legal basis. In the processing of personal data necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b EU GDPR serves as the legal basis. This also applies to processing operations necessary for carrying out pre-contractual measures. Insofar as processing of personal data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which our company is subject, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c EU GDPR serves as the legal basis. In the event that vital interests of the data subject or another natural person require the processing of personal data, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. d EU GDPR serves as the legal basis. If processing is necessary for the purposes of legitimate interests pursued by our company or a third party, and the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject do not override those interests, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f EU GDPR serves as the legal basis for processing.

1.3. Data Deletion and Storage Duration

The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of storage no longer applies. Storage may also take place if this has been provided for by European or national legislators in EU regulations, laws or other provisions to which the controller is subject. Blocking or deletion of the data also takes place when a storage period prescribed by the mentioned standards expires, unless there is a necessity for further storage of the data for the conclusion or fulfillment of a contract.

2.1. Description and Scope of Data Processing

Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the accessing computer.

The following data are collected:

• IP address of the requesting computer
• Date and time of access
• Name and URL of the retrieved file
• Amount of data transferred
• Message indicating whether the retrieval was successful
• Identification data of the browser and operating system used
• Website from which access was made
• Name of your Internet service provider
• Websites accessed by the user's system via our website

The log files contain IP addresses or other data that could allow assignment to a user. This could be the case, for example, if the link to the website from which the user accessed the website or the link to the website to which the user switches contains personal data. The data are also stored in the log files of our system. These data are not stored together with other personal data of the user. The data are also stored in the log files of our system. This does not include the user's IP addresses or other data that allow the data to be assigned to a user. These data are not stored together with other personal data of the user.

2.2. Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for the temporary storage of data and log files is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f EU GDPR. It is based on the personal right to protect one's own material assets (such as servers, clouds, etc.) against damage and misuse by third parties.

2.3. Purpose of Data Processing

The processing of these data is carried out for the purpose of enabling the use of the website (establishing connection), system security, technical administration of the network infrastructure, optimization of the website, and for data/system error detection and correction. The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable delivery of the website to the user's computer. For this purpose, the user's IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session. The IP address is only evaluated in the event of attacks on the network infrastructure of LCP Leuna Carboxylation Plant GmbH.

Storage in log files is carried out to ensure the functionality of the website. In addition, the data serve us to optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. An evaluation of the data for marketing purposes does not take place in this context. These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing according to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f EU GDPR. Furthermore, LCP Leuna Carboxylation Plant GmbH collects only such personal data that are explicitly and voluntarily entered by the website visitor. Such input may occur, for example, when visitors submit a contact request. Such information is used exclusively for the corresponding purpose and in compliance with the applicable legal provisions; further use only takes place with your consent.

2.4. Duration of Storage

The data are deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. In the case of data collection for providing the website, this is the case when the respective session has ended. In the case of storage of data in log files, this is the case after seven days at the latest. Storage beyond this period is possible. In this case, the IP addresses of the users are deleted or anonymized so that assignment of the accessing client is no longer possible.

2.5. Objection and Removal Option

The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files is absolutely necessary for the operation of the website. Consequently, there is no possibility for the user to object.

a) Description and Scope of Data Processing

We use so-called session cookies, which are stored temporarily for the duration of your use of our websites. We also use permanent cookies to store information about computers that repeatedly access our websites. This allows us to offer you optimal user guidance. The content of a permanent cookie is limited to an identification number (language settings, login information…). Name, IP address or other information about your real identity are not stored, and we do not create individual profiles of your usage behavior.

In this way, the following data can be transmitted:

• entered search terms
• frequency of page views
• use of website functions
• monitor resolutions
• identification data of the browser and operating system used
• geographical origin: country, region, city
• date and time of registration

The data collected in this way are pseudonymized by technical measures. Therefore, it is no longer possible to assign the data to the accessing user. The data are not stored together with other personal data of the users. When accessing our website, users are informed by an information banner about the use of cookies for analysis purposes and are referred to this privacy policy. In this context, there is also a notice on how to prevent the storage of cookies in the browser settings. When accessing our website, the user is informed about the use of cookies for analysis purposes and their consent to the processing of personal data used in this context is obtained. In this context, reference is also made to this privacy policy.

b) Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for processing personal data using cookies is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f EU GDPR. The legal basis for processing personal data using technically necessary cookies is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f EU GDPR. The legal basis for processing personal data using cookies for analysis purposes, if the user has given consent, is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a EU GDPR.

c) Purpose of Data Processing

The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to simplify the use of websites for users. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these, it is necessary that the browser is recognized even after a page change.

We require cookies for the following applications:

• adoption of language settings
• remembering search terms
• optimized display of images and information
• monitor resolutions
• identification data of the browser and operating system used
• geographical origin: country, region, city
• date and time of registration
• caching for faster loading of the website

d) Duration of Storage, Objection and Removal Option

Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted from it to our site. Therefore, you as a user also have full control over the use of cookies. Use of our services is also possible without cookies. You can deactivate the storage of cookies in your browser under Extras/Internet Options, restrict them to certain websites, or set your browser to notify you as soon as a cookie is sent. You can also delete cookies at any time from your PC's hard drive (e.g., Firefox: Extras > Settings > Privacy > Show Cookies > Remove Cookie / Remove All Cookies; Internet Explorer: Extras > Internet Options > General browsing history delete / cookies). Please note, however, that in this case you may have to expect a limited display of our websites and limited user guidance.

4.1. Description and Scope of Data Processing

There is currently no contact form available on our website for electronic contact. Within the scope of a contact request via an e-mail link (provided e-mail address), the personal data transmitted with the e-mail are stored and processed. By sending e-mails via your own e-mail client, you expressly agree that LCP Leuna Carboxylation Plant GmbH may collect, process and use the data you transmit to us for the purpose of handling your contact request. Your data will only be transmitted if you have confirmed your consent by sending the e-mail.

At the time of sending the message, the following data are also stored:

• name
• e-mail address
• subject information
• self-completed field for content-related message entered independently by the user

Your consent to the processing of the data is obtained during the sending process and reference is made to this privacy policy. Alternatively, contact can be made via the provided e-mail address. In this case, the personal data transmitted with the e-mail will be stored. In this context, no data will be passed on to third parties. The data are used exclusively for processing the conversation.

4.2. Legal Basis for Data Processing

The legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a EU GDPR if the user has given consent. The legal basis for processing data transmitted in the course of sending an e-mail is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f EU GDPR. If the e-mail contact aims at the conclusion of a contract, the additional legal basis for processing is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR.

4.3. Purpose of Data Processing of E-Mails

The processing of personal data from the input form serves us solely to handle the contact request. In the case of contact via e-mail, this also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in processing the data. The other personal data processed during the sending process serve to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.

4.4. Duration of Storage of E-Mails

The data are deleted as soon as they are no longer required to achieve the purpose for which they were collected. For the personal data from the input form and those sent by e-mail, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is considered ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the relevant matter has been conclusively clarified. The additional personal data collected during the sending process are deleted after a period of seven days at the latest.

4.5. Objection and Removal Option for Sent E-Mails

The e-mail user (sender) has the possibility to revoke their consent to the processing of personal data at any time in writing. If the user contacts us by e-mail, they can object to the storage of their personal data at any time by e-mail as well. In such a case, the conversation/contact cannot be continued. All personal data stored in the course of the contact will be deleted in this case.

5.1. Right of Access

You may request confirmation from the controller as to whether personal data concerning you are being processed by us. If such processing exists, you may request the following information from the controller:

• the purposes for which the personal data are processed
• the categories of personal data that are processed
• the recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data concerning you have been or will be disclosed
• the planned duration of storage of the personal data concerning you or, if specific information is not possible, criteria for determining the storage period
• the existence of a right to rectification or deletion of personal data concerning you, a right to restriction of processing by the controller or a right to object to such processing
• the existence of a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• all available information on the origin of the data if the personal data are not collected from the data subject
• the existence of automated decision-making, including profiling pursuant to Art. 22 para. 1 and 4 EU GDPR and—at least in these cases—meaningful information about the logic involved as well as the significance and intended consequences of such processing for the data subject
• you have the right to request information as to whether personal data concerning you are transferred to a third country or to an international organization. In this context, you may request to be informed about appropriate safeguards pursuant to Art. 46 EU GDPR in connection with the transfer.

5.2. Right to Rectification

You have the right to rectification and/or completion vis-à-vis the controller if the processed personal data concerning you are incorrect or incomplete. The controller must carry out the rectification without undue delay.

5.3. Right to Restriction of Processing

Under the following conditions, you may request the restriction of processing of personal data concerning you:

• if you contest the accuracy of the personal data concerning you for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the personal data
• the processing is unlawful and you oppose the deletion of the personal data and request the restriction of their use instead
• the controller no longer needs the personal data for the purposes of processing, but you require them for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims, or
• if you have objected to processing pursuant to Art. 21 para. 1 EU GDPR and it has not yet been determined whether the legitimate grounds of the controller override your grounds.
• If the processing of personal data concerning you has been restricted, such data—apart from storage—may be processed only with your consent or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims or for the protection of the rights of another natural or legal person or for reasons of important public interest of the Union or of a Member State. If the restriction of processing has been restricted under the above conditions, you will be informed by the controller before the restriction is lifted.

5.4. Right to Erasure

5.5. Right to Notification

If you have asserted your right to rectification, erasure or restriction of processing against the controller, the controller is obliged to notify all recipients to whom the personal data concerning you have been disclosed of this rectification, erasure or restriction of processing, unless this proves impossible or involves disproportionate effort. You have the right vis-à-vis the controller to be informed about these recipients.

5.6. Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you, which you have provided to the controller, in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format. You also have the right to transmit those data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to whom the personal data have been provided, provided that

• the processing is based on consent pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a EU GDPR or Art. 9 para. 2 lit. a EU GDPR or on a contract pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b EU GDPR and
• the processing is carried out by automated means.
• In exercising this right, you also have the right to have the personal data concerning you transmitted directly from one controller to another, where technically feasible. The freedoms and rights of other persons must not be adversely affected by this. The right to data portability does not apply to processing of personal data necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller.

5.7. Right to Object

You have the right to object, on grounds relating to your particular situation, at any time to processing of personal data concerning you which is based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. e or f EU GDPR; this also applies to profiling based on those provisions. The controller shall no longer process the personal data concerning you unless the controller demonstrates compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override your interests, rights and freedoms or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims. Where personal data concerning you are processed for direct marketing purposes, you have the right to object at any time to processing of personal data concerning you for such marketing; this also applies to profiling insofar as it is related to such direct marketing. If you object to processing for direct marketing purposes, the personal data concerning you will no longer be processed for these purposes. You have the option, in connection with the use of information society services—regardless of Directive 2002/58/EC—to exercise your right to object by automated means using technical specifications.