Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Paulus Digital Solutions LLC (“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 interact with our services.
This policy complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
Paulus Digital Solutions LLC
Florida LLC
Correspondence Address: 3833 POWERLINE RD SUITE 201, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. US 33309
Contact Information:
- Email: info@paulusdigitalsolutions.com
- Phone: +49 156 79719074
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Information You Provide
When you contact us or use our services, we may collect:
- Contact Information: Name, business email address, phone number, company name
- Inquiry Details: Message content, project requirements, service interests
- Business Information: Industry, company size, location
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referral source
- Device Data: Device type, screen resolution, language preferences
3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We do not use cookies by default. For details, see our Cookie Policy.
4. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
4.1 Contract Performance (GDPR Art. 6(1)(b))
- Responding to your inquiries about our services
- Negotiating and executing service agreements
- Delivering services you have contracted for
- Managing client relationships
4.2 Legitimate Interests (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f))
- Improving our website and services
- Maintaining security and preventing fraud
- Analyzing business performance
- Sending relevant business communications to existing clients
4.3 Legal Obligations (GDPR Art. 6(1)(c))
- Complying with tax and accounting requirements
- Responding to legal requests and preventing illegal activities
4.4 Consent (GDPR Art. 6(1)(a))
- Marketing communications (where required by law)
- Any other processing requiring consent
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at info@paulusdigitalsolutions.com.
5. Data Sharing and Recipients
We may share your personal data with:
5.1 Service Providers
We engage third-party service providers to support our operations:
- Hosting providers: For website infrastructure
- Email services: For business communications
- Cloud storage: For secure data backup
All service providers are contractually bound to protect your data in accordance with GDPR standards.
5.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
5.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change.
6. International Data Transfers
As a US-based company, personal data collected from EU/UK residents will be transferred to the United States. We ensure adequate protection through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): We implement EU-approved SCCs with our processors
- Additional Safeguards: Technical and organizational measures including encryption and access controls
- Regular Review: Ongoing assessment of data protection adequacy
You may request a copy of the safeguards we have in place by contacting info@paulusdigitalsolutions.com.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
- Inquiry data: Deleted after 2 years if no business relationship is established
- Client data: Retained for the duration of the relationship plus 7 years for legal/tax obligations
- Marketing data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent
- Website logs: Typically retained for 90 days
8. Your Rights
Under GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:
8.1 Right of Access (Art. 15)
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
8.2 Right to Rectification (Art. 16)
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
8.3 Right to Erasure (Art. 17)
Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
8.4 Right to Restriction (Art. 18)
Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances.
8.5 Right to Data Portability (Art. 20)
Receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
8.6 Right to Object (Art. 21)
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
8.7 Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
- Email: info@paulusdigitalsolutions.com
- Subject line: “Data Subject Request”
We will respond to your request within 30 days. We may request proof of identity to protect your data.
9. Right to Lodge a Complaint
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe we have not processed your data in accordance with applicable law.
EU Residents: Contact the supervisory authority in your country of residence, place of work, or where an alleged infringement occurred. Find your authority at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
10. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
- Encryption: Data transmitted via HTTPS/TLS
- Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Security Training: Regular training for personnel handling personal data
- Vendor Management: Due diligence on all data processors
- Incident Response: Procedures for detecting and responding to data breaches
Despite our efforts, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending email notification to active clients (for significant changes)
Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
For any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices:
Paulus Digital Solutions LLC
Email: info@paulusdigitalsolutions.com
Phone: +49 156 79719074
This privacy policy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. We reserve the right to update this policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.