Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 10, 2025

At Datenstrom-3ag Solutions UG, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy while empowering startups through our services: website development, application development, Startweg AI consulting, digital marketing, and HR solutions. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website at https://www.datenstrom-3ag.com, engage with our services, or sign up for Startweg AI, a paid AI-driven consulting tool. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described below, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

1. Data We Collect

We collect personal data to deliver and enhance our services, tailored to your startup’s needs. The types of data we collect include:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company name. when you contact us, request services, or sign up for Startweg AI.
Startweg AI Data: For personalized consulting, we collect:
- Full Name: To personalize your account.
- Email Address: For account access and communication.
- Company Name (Optional): To understand your business context.
- Industry/Sector: Fintech, AI, Health Tech, Sustainability, or others, to tailor advice.
- Startup Stage: Idea, Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, or Established, to align with your growth phase.
- Business Location: To provide region-specific guidance (e.g., Germany, USA).
- Legal Form (if applicable): UG, GmbH, sole proprietorship, or others, for registration and compliance advice.
- Primary Goals: Secure Funding, Register Business, Manage Taxes, or Improve Financial Planning, to prioritize your needs.
- Preferred Update Frequency: Real-time, weekly, or monthly updates, to match your workflow.
Service-Related Data: For website and application development, we may collect project specifications or technical requirements. For HR solutions, we collect employee data (e.g., names, payroll details) provided by you for processing in Germany or the USA. For digital marketing, we collect campaign preferences and analytics data.
Usage Data: Information about your website interactions, such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent, collected via cookies and analytics tools.
Comment Data: Content and metadata (e.g., username, timestamp) from comments posted on our website.
Payment Information: Billing details (e.g., credit card information) for paid services like Startweg AI subscriptions, processed securely by third-party providers. We do not store this data directly.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to deliver our services and support your startup’s growth:

Service Delivery: To provide website and application development, Startweg AI consulting (e.g., guidance on registration, finances, taxes, and growth), digital marketing campaigns, and HR solutions (e.g., hiring, payroll in Germany and USA).
Personalization: To tailor Startweg AI recommendations, website designs, or marketing strategies based on your industry, stage, and goals.
Communication: To respond to inquiries, send service updates, or deliver marketing materials (with your consent).
Analytics: To analyze website and service usage, improving our offerings to meet startup needs.
Compliance & Security: To comply with legal obligations (e.g., GDPR, tax laws) and protect against fraud or unauthorized access.
Payment Processing: To process payments for Startweg AI subscriptions or other paid services via secure third-party providers.

3. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience, as outlined in our Terms and Conditions:

Required Cookies: Essential for website functionality, enabling navigation, Startweg AI sign-up, and secure access.
Optional Cookies: Used for analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) and digital marketing, which you can accept or decline via our cookie banner.
Third-Party Cookies: May apply when using embedded content (e.g., videos) or marketing tools (e.g., Google, Meta), governed by third-party policies.

You can manage cookie preferences through our website’s settings or your browser. By using our website, you consent to required cookies and any third-party cookies from services you access, in compliance with GDPR.

4. Data Sharing

We share your data only as necessary to provide our services or meet legal requirements:

Service Providers: We share data with trusted third parties (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors, analytics tools, or marketing platforms like Google and Meta) to deliver website functionality, process payments, or execute campaigns. These providers are bound by GDPR-compliant contracts to protect your data.
HR Processing: For HR solutions, we share employee data provided by you with payroll or hiring platforms, as authorized, to ensure compliance in Germany and the USA.
Legal Obligations: We may disclose data to comply with laws, respond to legal requests, or protect our rights.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, with notice provided.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

5. Data Security

We prioritize the security of your data, including sensitive information from Startweg AI and HR services:

Encryption: We use SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission and hash passwords for secure storage.
Secure Hosting: Our website and Startweg AI are hosted on GDPR-compliant servers with robust protections.
Access Controls: Only authorized personnel access your data, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Regular Audits: We conduct security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

While we strive to ensure data safety, no system is entirely risk-free. In case of a data breach, we will notify affected users and authorities as required by GDPR.

6. Startweg AI Limitations

Startweg AI, a paid service, provides AI-driven consulting for startups. While designed to deliver accurate guidance, it may occasionally produce errors due to its AI nature. We recommend verifying critical recommendations and contacting our support team for clarification. By using Startweg AI, you acknowledge this limitation, as noted in our Terms and Conditions.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and other applicable laws, you have the following rights:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
Restriction: Limit how we process your data in certain cases.
Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Objection: Object to data processing for marketing or other purposes.
Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for optional cookies or marketing at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@datenstrom-3ag.com. We will respond within 30 days, as required by GDPR.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary:

Account Data: Retained while your Startweg AI or service account is active, deleted within 30 days of closure (unless legally required).
Service Data: Project or HR data retained for the duration of the service agreement, up to 7 years for tax purposes.
Usage Data: Retained for up to 12 months for analytics, then anonymized.
Comment Data: Retained indefinitely unless you request deletion.
Payment Data: Held by third-party processors per their policies, with transaction records retained for 7 years for tax compliance.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., Google, Meta, or embedded content providers). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing data.

10. International Data Transfers

As a Germany-based company with services in the USA, we may transfer data internationally. We ensure compliance with GDPR through standard contractual clauses or other safeguards to protect your data.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If discovered, such data will be deleted promptly.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date. For significant changes, we will notify you via email or website notice.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data rights, contact us at:

Email: info@datenstrom-3ag.com
Phone: +49 15563691936 (Germany & USA)
Address: Kolonnenstr. 8, 10827 Berlin, Germany

Thank you for trusting Datenstrom-3ag. We’re committed to safeguarding your privacy as we empower your startup journey.