Privacy Policy
Information about data handling practices
Effective Date: January 2026
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Vitaria handles information in connection with this educational website. Vitaria is committed to transparency regarding data handling practices and compliance with applicable privacy regulations including German data protection laws and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation.
Nature of This Website
Vitaria is an educational information resource. We do not operate as a commercial service, do not sell products, and do not provide personalized services or consultations. This website exists solely to provide general educational content about vitamins in dietary contexts.
Data Collection
Essential Technical Data
When you visit this website, certain technical information is automatically processed by web servers as part of standard internet protocols. This may include:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited
This technical data is processed only to the extent necessary for basic website functionality and security.
Email Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to informational updates via the contact form, we collect your email address. This information is used solely to send educational information about vitamin-related topics. You may unsubscribe at any time.
The email subscription form is used only for informational mailing. We do not sell directly through this mailing list.
Contact Inquiries
If you contact us through the provided contact information, we process the information you provide solely to respond to your inquiry.
Cookies
This website uses only essential cookies required for basic site functionality. We do not use analytics cookies, advertising cookies, or tracking technologies.
The essential cookies used include a cookie consent preference cookie that remembers your acceptance of the cookie notice. This is necessary for the website to function properly and respect your preferences.
For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
Purpose and Legal Basis
Data processing on this website is limited to:
- Technical operation of the website
- Responding to contact inquiries
- Sending informational content to subscribers
The legal basis for processing is legitimate interest in operating an educational website and, where applicable, consent for email subscriptions.
Data Sharing
Vitaria does not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Technical data may be processed by web hosting providers as necessary for website operation. Such processors are bound by data protection agreements.
We do not share information with third parties for marketing purposes. We do not engage in data brokering or similar practices.
Data Retention
Technical server logs are retained only for the period necessary for security and operational purposes, typically no longer than a few weeks.
Email addresses for informational subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Contact inquiry information is retained only as long as necessary to address the inquiry and any follow-up matters.
Your Rights
Under applicable privacy laws including GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure under certain conditions
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided on this website.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
International Data Transfers
Data processed through this website is handled in accordance with EU data protection standards. If data is transferred outside the European Economic Area, appropriate safeguards are implemented.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be indicated by updating the effective date at the top of this policy.
Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority if you believe your rights have been violated. In Germany, the relevant authorities are the state data protection commissioners.
Contact
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please contact:
Vitaria
Rosenheimer Straße 45
81667 Munich, Germany
Email: [email protected]