Legal Disclosure
Information in accordance with Section 5 TMG | Germany
Business Name: AT THE SEA
Owner: Ines Paul
Address: Liebenäckerweg 42 | 71111 Waldenbuch | Germany
Email: ines.paul(at)atthesea.de
Responsible for content according to § 18 Abs. 2 MStV | Germany
Ines Paul | Liebenäckerweg 42 | 71111 Waldenbuch | Germany
Liability for Content
As the owner of this website, I am responsible for my own content in accordance with general law (§ 7 Abs.1 TMG). However, I am not obligated to monitor transmitted or stored external information (§§ 8–10 TMG). Upon becoming aware of any legal violations, I will remove the content immediately.
Liability for Links
This website may contain links to external websites, over which I have no control. Therefore, I cannot assume any liability for this external content. The respective provider or operator of the linked pages is always responsible for their content. If I become aware of any legal infringements, I will remove such links immediately.

Copyright
The content and works on this website are subject to copyright law. Any use beyond personal and non-commercial purposes requires prior written permission.
Privacy Policy
1. General Information
I take the protection of your personal data very seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit my website. I process your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
Responsible for Data Processing
Business Name: At the Sea | Owner: Ines Paul | Address: Liebenäckerweg 42 | 71111 Waldenbuch | Germany
Email: ines.paul(at)atthesea.de
If you have any questions about data protection, you can contact me at the email address provided above.

2. Data Collection and Processing
I collect and process personal data only when necessary for the functioning of this website or when you voluntarily provide it.
2.1 Hosting and Server Log Files
This website is hosted by Strato AG | Otto-Ostrowski-Straße 7 | 10249 Berlin | Germany.
When you visit my website, Strato automatically collects and stores the following data in so-called server log files:
- IP address (anonymized if possible)
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URL (if applicable)
These log files are stored for security reasons and to ensure the stability of the website. Strato processes this data in accordance with Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in the stable operation of the website). More information can be found in Strato’s privacy policy: https://www.strato.de/datenschutz/
2.2 Contact Form and Email Communication
If you contact me via the contact form or email, I collect and store the information you provide (e.g., name, email address, message content) to process your request. I do not share this data without your consent.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (processing necessary for contract or pre-contractual measures).

3. Cookies
I use only essential cookies that are required for the technical operation of this website (e.g., language settings, security-related cookies). These cookies do not require user consent under GDPR.
- No tracking or analytics cookies are used on this website.
You can prevent cookies from being stored on your device by adjusting your browser settings. However, this may affect the functionality of the website.

4. External Links to Instagram and Printler
My website contains links to external websites, such as Instagram and Printler. When you click on these links, you will be redirected to the respective platform. Please note that these third-party websites have their own privacy policies, and I have no control over how your data is processed once you leave my website.
For more information, please review the privacy policies of these platforms:
- Instagram: https://privacycenter.instagram.com/policy
- Printler: https://printler.com/de/datenschutz/
Legal basis: The linking to external platforms is based on my legitimate interest in promoting my art and engaging with my audience | Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR |.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
I do not sell or trade your personal data. However, I may share data with third parties in the following cases:
- Hosting Provider: Strato AG (see Section 2.1)
- Legal Requirements – If required by law or authorities.
I do not use external analytics, tracking tools, or third-party marketing services.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access (Art. 15 GDPR) – You can request information about the data I store.
- Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR) – You can request corrections to incorrect data.
- Right to Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR) – You can request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
- Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18 GDPR) – You can request a temporary limitation of data processing.
- Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR) – You can receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR) – You can object to data processing for legitimate reasons.
- Right to Withdraw Consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR) – If you have given consent (e.g., for cookies), you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise your rights, contact me at ines.paul(at)atthesea.de.

7. Data Security
I have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. My website is hosted on Strato servers in Germany, which comply with high security standards.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to comply with legal requirements or improve transparency. The latest version is always available on this page.
Last updated: 2025 | 02 | 13