Privacy Policy
1. Overview of Data Protection
General Information
The following information provides a simple overview of what happens to your personal data when you visit this website. Personal data refers to any data that can personally identify you. Detailed information on data protection can be found in the full privacy policy below.
Data Collection on This Website Data is collected in two ways:
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You provide it directly, e.g. by entering it into a contact form.
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Other data is collected automatically or after your consent when you visit the website. This includes technical data (e.g. browser type, operating system, time of access).
Purpose of Data Processing Some data is collected to ensure the website functions properly. Other data may be used to analyze user behavior or to process inquiries and orders.
Your Rights You have the right to request information about the origin, recipient, and purpose of your stored personal data at any time. You also have the right to request correction or deletion of this data. If you have given consent to data processing, you may withdraw it at any time. You also have the right to restrict processing under certain conditions and to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority.
2. Hosting
Hosting Provider: Wix Our website is hosted by the providerWix.com Ltd., 40 Namal Tel Aviv St., Tel Aviv 6350671, Israel (“Wix”).
Wix is a platform for building and hosting websites. When you visit our site, Wix may analyze visitor behavior, traffic sources, geographic location of visitors, and visitor numbers. Wix stores cookies in your browser that are necessary for displaying the website and ensuring its security (essential cookies).
The data collected via Wix may be stored on servers located worldwide, including in the United States.
For more information, please refer to Wix’s privacy policy:https://www.wix.com/about/privacy
Data transfers to the USA and other third countries are based on the EU Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards under Article 46 GDPR. Details:https://www.wix.com/about/privacy-dpa-users
Wix is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF), which ensures compliance with European data protection standards for data processing in the U.S. More information:https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/participant/5626
Data Processing Agreement We have entered into a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) with Wix. This legally required agreement ensures that Wix processes personal data of our website visitors only in accordance with our instructions and in compliance with the GDPR.
3. General Information and Mandatory Disclosures
Data Protection
We take the protection of your personal data very seriously. We treat your personal data confidentially and in accordance with legal data protection regulations and this privacy policy.
When you use this website, various personal data may be collected. Personal data refers to data that can be used to personally identify you. This privacy policy explains what data we collect and how we use it. It also explains the purpose of the data processing.
Please note that data transmission over the internet (e.g. communication via email) may have security vulnerabilities. A complete protection of data from access by third parties is not possible.
Responsible Entity
The responsible party for data processing on this website is:
Bookworm blogs – Dragana Nicic c/oOnline-Impressum.de #343750 Europaring 90 53757 Sankt Augustin Germany Phone: +49 160 6369735 Email: book.worm.blogs.d@gmail.com
The responsible entity is the natural or legal person who alone or jointly determines the purposes and means of processing personal data (e.g. names, email addresses, etc.).
Storage Duration
Unless a more specific retention period is stated in this privacy policy, your personal data will remain with us until the purpose for data processing no longer applies. If you request deletion or revoke your consent, your data will be deleted unless we are legally required to retain it (e.g. tax or commercial law retention periods).
Legal Basis for Data Processing
If you have given consent, we process your data based on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR or Art. 9(2)(a) GDPR for special categories of data. If you have consented to data transfer to third countries, processing is based on Art. 49(1)(a) GDPR. If cookies or device access (e.g. fingerprinting) are involved, §25(1) TDDDG applies. Consent can be revoked at any time.
If data is necessary for contract performance or pre-contractual measures, we process it under Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR. If required by law, Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR applies. Otherwise, processing may be based on our legitimate interest under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
Transfer to Third Countries
We use tools from providers based in countries that may not offer adequate data protection under EU standards. If these tools are active, your personal data may be transferred to such countries. In the case of the USA, data transfer is permitted if the provider is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) or offers other safeguards.
Recipients of Personal Data
We may share personal data with external parties if necessary for contract fulfillment, legal obligations, or legitimate interests. When using processors, we ensure a valid data processing agreement is in place. In cases of joint processing, a joint controller agreement is concluded.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access your stored personal data
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Request correction or deletion
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Restrict processing under certain conditions
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Object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)
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Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent at any time
4. Data Collection on This Website
Cookies
Our website uses so-called “cookies.” Cookies are small data packets that do not harm your device. They are either stored temporarily for the duration of a session (session cookies) or permanently (persistent cookies) on your device. Session cookies are automatically deleted after your visit. Persistent cookies remain stored until you delete them manually or your browser removes them automatically.
Cookies may originate from us (first-party cookies) or from third-party providers (third-party cookies). Third-party cookies allow the integration of certain services from external companies (e.g. payment processing or embedded media).
Cookies serve various purposes. Many are technically necessary to ensure certain website functions (e.g. shopping cart or video display). Others may be used to analyze user behavior or for marketing purposes.
Cookies required for electronic communication, essential functions, or website optimization are stored based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, unless another legal basis is specified. We have a legitimate interest in the technically flawless and optimized provision of our services. If consent is requested for cookies or similar technologies, processing is based solely on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TDDDG. Consent can be revoked at any time.
You can configure your browser to notify you about cookie placement, allow cookies only in specific cases, block them entirely, or delete them automatically when closing the browser. Disabling cookies may limit the functionality of this website.
Details about the cookies and services used on this website can be found in this privacy policy.
Server Log Files
The hosting provider automatically collects and stores information in server log files, which your browser transmits to us. These include:
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Browser type and version
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Operating system
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Referrer URL
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Hostname of the accessing device
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Time of server request
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IP address
These data are not merged with other data sources. The collection is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. We have a legitimate interest in the technically error-free presentation and optimization of our website.
Contact via Email, Phone or Fax
If you contact us via email, phone or fax, your inquiry including all personal data (e.g. name, request) will be stored and processed for the purpose of handling your request. We do not share this data without your consent.
Processing is based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR if your inquiry relates to a contract or pre-contractual measures. In other cases, processing is based on our legitimate interest in efficiently handling inquiries (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) or your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), if requested. Consent can be revoked at any time.
Your data will be retained until you request deletion, revoke consent, or the purpose for storage no longer applies. Legal retention obligations remain unaffected.
Comment Function on This Website
When using the comment function, we store your comment, the time it was posted, your email address, and — if not anonymous — your chosen username.
IP Address Storage We store the IP addresses of users who post comments. This is necessary to take action in case of unlawful content such as insults or propaganda.
Retention Period Comments and associated data are stored and remain on the website until the commented content is deleted or the comments must be removed for legal reasons.
Legal Basis Comment data is stored based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). You may revoke your consent at any time via informal email. The legality of prior processing remains unaffected.
5. Social Media
This website includes elements of the social network Facebook. The provider is Meta Platforms Ireland Limited, Merrion Road, Dublin 4, D04 X2K5, Ireland. According to Facebook, data may also be transferred to the USA and other third countries.
When a Facebook plugin is active, a direct connection is established between your device and the Facebook server. Facebook receives information that you have visited this website with your IP address. If you click the Facebook "Like" button while logged into your Facebook account, you can link content from this website to your Facebook profile. Facebook can then associate your visit with your user account.
We have no control over the data collected and its use by Facebook. For more information, see Facebook’s privacy policy:https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
Use of this service is based on your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TDDDG. Consent can be revoked at any time.
Joint Responsibility (Art. 26 GDPR)
If personal data is collected and transmitted to Facebook via this tool, we and Meta Platforms Ireland Limited are jointly responsible for this data processing. This joint responsibility only covers the collection and transmission of data. Further processing by Facebook is not part of this arrangement.
The joint responsibility agreement can be found here:https://www.facebook.com/legal/controller_addendum
You can assert your data subject rights directly with Facebook. If you contact us, we are obliged to forward your request to Facebook.
Data transfers to the USA are based on EU Standard Contractual Clauses. Meta is also certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF):https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/participant/4452
6. Plugins and Tools
Google Fonts
This site uses Google Fonts for consistent font display. When you visit a page, your browser loads the required fonts from Google servers to display text correctly.
To do this, your browser connects to Google’s servers, and Google learns that your IP address accessed this website.
Use of Google Fonts is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in consistent website design). If consent is requested, processing is based on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TDDDG. Consent can be revoked at any time.
If your browser does not support Google Fonts, a default font from your device will be used.
More info:https://developers.google.com/fonts/faqhttps://policies.google.com/privacy
Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF):https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/participant/5780
Font Awesome
This site uses Font Awesome for consistent display of icons and fonts. The provider is Fonticons, Inc., 6 Porter Road Apartment 3R, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.
Your browser connects to Font Awesome’s servers to load the required files. Font Awesome then receives your IP address.
Use of Font Awesome is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in consistent design). If consent is requested, processing is based on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TDDDG. Consent can be revoked at any time.
More info:https://fontawesome.com/privacy
Google reCAPTCHA
We use “Google reCAPTCHA” to check whether data entered on this website (e.g. in a contact form) is made by a human or an automated program. The provider is Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.
reCAPTCHA analyzes user behavior (e.g. IP address, time spent on the site, mouse movements) to make this determination. The analysis runs in the background and is not visible to users.
Use of reCAPTCHA is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in preventing abuse and spam). If consent is requested, processing is based on Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TDDDG. Consent can be revoked at any time.
More info:https://policies.google.com/privacyhttps://policies.google.com/terms
Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF):https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/participant/5780
7. SSL/TLS Encryption
For security reasons and to protect the transmission of confidential content (such as inquiries you send to us), this website uses SSL or TLS encryption. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the change in the browser’s address line from “http://” to “https://” and by the padlock icon in your browser bar.
When SSL or TLS encryption is active, the data you transmit to us cannot be read by third parties.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or technical developments. The current version applies to your visit. Last updated: 19/08/2025
9. Surveys via Google Forms
This website includes a link to a survey hosted on Google Forms. The provider is Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland. According to Google, data may also be transferred to the USA and other third countries.
When you click the survey link, you are redirected to an external website (Google Forms). Google may collect personal data such as your IP address and any information you choose to submit via the form.
We have no control over the data collected and its use by Google. For more information, see Google’s privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Use of this service is based on your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR and §25(1) TDDDG. Consent can be revoked at any time.
Data transfers to the USA are based on EU Standard Contractual Clauses. Google is also certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF): https://www.dataprivacyframework.gov/participant/5780
10. Contact
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or the processing of your personal data, feel free to contact us:
Bookworm blogs – Dragana Nicic
c/oOnline-Impressum.de #343750
Europaring 90
53757 Sankt Augustin Germany
Phone: +49 160 6369735
Email: book.worm.blogs.d@gmail.com

