Last updated: November 2025
Website: https://ecbelli.com
Data Controller: E.C. Belli
Email: info@ecbelli.com
1. General Information
We take the protection of your personal data very seriously. This privacy policy informs you about the nature, scope, and purpose of the collection and use of personal data when visiting our website https://ecbelli.com. The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).
2. Data Collection and Processing
2.1 Server Log Files
When you visit our website, the browser on your device automatically sends information to our web server (hosted by IONOS SE, Elgendorfer Str. 57 56410 Montabaur). The following data is collected automatically and stored temporarily in so-called server log files:
– IP address of the requesting computer
– Date and time of access
– Name and URL of the accessed file
– Referring website (referrer URL)
– Browser type and version
– Operating system used
– Name of the access provider
Purpose: These data are used to ensure the smooth operation and security of the website and to improve our services.
Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR (legitimate interest).
Retention: Log files are deleted automatically after 8 weeks at the latest unless further storage is required for security or evidence purposes.
IONOS processes this data under a data processing agreement (DPA) in compliance with Art. 28 GDPR.
2.2 Contact Form
If you contact us via the contact form, the following data may be collected:
– Name
– Email address
– Message content
Purpose: To process and respond to your inquiry.
Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR (pre-contractual steps or contractual communication) or Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR (consent).
Retention: We retain your message only as long as necessary to process your request unless statutory retention periods apply.
2.3 Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter (via MailPoet or a similar plugin), we collect:
– Email address
– Name (optional)
– IP address and timestamp of subscription (proof of consent)
Purpose: To send you regular updates, news, or literary content.
Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR (consent).
Retention: Your data is stored until you unsubscribe, which you can do at any time via the “unsubscribe” link in each email.
2.4 Cookies
Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
Types of cookies used:
– Essential cookies: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., login sessions, security).
– Functional/analytical cookies: Used to improve performance and usability.
– Marketing cookies (if used): Only set after obtaining explicit consent.
Legal basis:
– Essential cookies: Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR (legitimate interest).
– Non-essential cookies: Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR (consent).
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to manage your preferences. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by revisiting your cookie settings.
Cookie storage duration: Depends on each cookie type; session cookies expire when the browser closes, while others may last up to 12 months unless deleted earlier.
3. Data Sharing
Your personal data will not be transferred to third parties except:
– To IONOS SE, our hosting provider, which processes data on our behalf under a GDPR-compliant DPA.
– When legally required (e.g., court order, law enforcement).
All service providers are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.
4. Data Security
We use SSL/TLS encryption to protect all data transmitted between your browser and our server. You can recognize an encrypted connection by “https://” and a lock symbol in your browser address bar. We also implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data from unauthorized access, loss, or manipulation.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data only where one of the following applies:
– Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR – Consent
– Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR – Contract performance or pre-contractual steps
– Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR – Legal obligation
– Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR – Legitimate interest (e.g., site security, analytics)
6. Data Retention and Deletion
We store personal data only as long as necessary for the stated purposes or as required by law. After this period, data will be deleted or anonymized in accordance with Art. 17 and 18 GDPR (data minimization and storage limitation principles).
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights under the GDPR:
– 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)
– Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority:
Der Bundesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit (BfDI)
Graurheindorfer Straße 153, 53117 Bonn, Germany
Website: https://www.bfdi.bund.de
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@ecbelli.com.
8. Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our data processing practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available at https://ecbelli.com/privacy-policy.
9. Accessibility
This Privacy Policy is available via a permanent link in the footer of our website, ensuring users can access it at any time.