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Privacy Policy

1. Controller

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The controller responsible for data processing on this website is:

Dr. Anna Jacobi (née Wagenschwanz(
Semmelbergstraße 6
83707 Bad Wiessee
info@identityinstitute.de

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2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data and Type and Purpose of Their Use

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a) Website Hosting and Analytics (Wix)

Our website is hosted on the platform Wix.com Ltd., located at 40 Namal Tel Aviv St., Tel Aviv 6350671, Israel.
Wix provides us with the online platform that allows us to present our services.

When you visit our website, Wix automatically collects certain technical and usage data, including:

  • IP address

  • Approximate geographic location

  • Device type and browser information

  • Operating system

  • Date and time of access

  • Pages viewed and duration of visit

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and allows us to improve functionality, security, and user experience.

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Legal Basis:
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in maintaining and optimizing our website).

Wix may store and process data on servers located in Israel and other jurisdictions. Israel is recognized by the European Commission as providing an adequate level of data protection.

For more information, please see Wix’s own privacy policy: https://www.wix.com/about/privacy

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b) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons or pixels) provided by Wix and, where applicable, third-party service providers.

What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help make websites more functional, secure, and user-friendly. Some cookies are necessary for the website to function (“essential cookies”), while others collect anonymous statistics or enable additional features such as analytics.

Types of cookies used on this site:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the operation and security of the website.

  • Analytics cookies: Used by Wix to analyze visitor numbers, location (approximate), and behavior on the site.

  • Functional cookies: Help remember your preferences (such as language selection).

You can adjust your cookie preferences in your browser settings at any time. You can also delete existing cookies and prevent future ones from being stored. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

Legal Basis:

  • Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent) for non-essential cookies.

  • Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest) for essential cookies required for website operation.

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c) Contact Form

If you contact us via the contact form, we collect your details from the form — including the information you provide (name, email address, message) — to process your inquiry and for potential follow-up questions.
This data will not be shared without your consent.

Legal Basis:
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures) and Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent).

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3. Disclosure of Data

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Your personal data will not be transferred to third parties unless we are legally obliged to do so or you have explicitly consented to it.
Wix may, however, use subcontractors and data processors to provide its hosting and analytics services. These processors act on our behalf and are bound by data protection agreements in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.

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4. Your Rights

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You have the right to:

  • Request information about your stored data (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • Request correction of inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • Request deletion of your data (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • Request restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • Object to data processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

  • Request data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe that your personal data is being processed in violation of applicable data protection laws.

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5. Data Security

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We use the common SSL (Secure Socket Layer) method in conjunction with the highest encryption level supported by your browser during your website visit.

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6. Updates and Amendments to This Privacy Policy

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This Privacy Policy is currently valid as of October 2025.
Due to further development of our website or changes in legal requirements, it may become necessary to amend this Privacy Policy. The current version is always available on our website.

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