Privacy Policy

Responsible for data processing: R.H.
Contact: contact@speakupgerman.com
Location: Greece

1. Introduction

This privacy policy informs you about how I, as the operator of Speak Up German, collect, store, and use personal data. Protecting your data is important, and I comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

I only collect the personal data you provide voluntarily, such as your email address when signing up for the newsletter or free PDF. Technical data like IP address, browser type, and visited pages may also be collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.

3. Newsletter & E-Mail Marketing

You can voluntarily subscribe to the newsletter via a form on this website. Subscription is done via double opt-in. I use the following providers: – Mailchimp: manages email lists and newsletter delivery – FluentForm: securely transmits your signup to Mailchimp You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email.

4. Legal Basis

Consent (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR) for newsletter
Legitimate interest (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR) for analytics and website improvement

5. Storage & Deletion

Newsletter data: stored until unsubscribe
Cookies & tracking data: max. 14 months

You can request deletion of your data at any time.

6. Disclosure of Data

Data is not shared with third parties, except for Mailchimp and FluentForm (for newsletter delivery). Both are GDPR-compliant.

7. Your Rights (under the GDPR)

You have the right to:

Access your data (Art. 15 GDPR)
Correct inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)
Request deletion (Art. 17 GDPR)
Restrict processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
Object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

Contact for requests: contact@speakupgerman.com

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and analytics to improve your experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

Updates are posted on this page.

Last updated: 06/11/2025