Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

DataBuddy GmbH ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

DataBuddy GmbH
Borsigstraße 15
65205 Wiesbaden
Germany
Email: privacy@data-buddy.com

3. Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Identity Data: Name, company name
  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number
  • Inquiry Data: Information you provide through our intake forms
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries and provide our matching services
  • To send you information about relevant opportunities
  • To improve our website and services
  • To comply with legal obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: When you submit an inquiry form
  • Contract: To perform services you've requested
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and communicate with you
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:

  • Partners and interim professionals (only with your consent for matching purposes)
  • Service providers who assist our operations (under data processing agreements)
  • Legal authorities when required by law

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, typically for 3 years after your last interaction with us, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data
  • Restriction: Request limitation of processing
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@data-buddy.com.

9. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@data-buddy.com
Address: Borsigstraße 15, 65205 Wiesbaden, Germany

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not handled your data appropriately.