Privacy policy

Last Updated: 22.04.2026

Welcome to Manic Moth Courses by Annika Frerichs-Balmes. We take your privacy seriously and inform you here about how we collect, process, and use your personal data when you visit our website [Insert Website URL], purchase courses, or interact with our services.

 

1. Data Controller and Contact Details

Annika Frerichs-Balmes

Lamstedter Straße 20

27432 Hipstedt

Germany

Email: contact@manicmoth.de

Website: [Insert Website URL]

 

2. Types of Personal Data Collected

Personal identification data (name, billing address, email)

Contract data (course purchases, login credentials)

Payment data (processed via payment providers)

Usage data (access times, course progress)

Technical data (IP address, browser type)

 

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

To perform contracts and provide courses (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)

With your consent for newsletters or tracking (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

For legitimate interests like security and marketing (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)

To comply with legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)

 

4. Data Sharing and Recipients

We share data only with trusted service providers such as:

Hosting providers

Learning management systems

Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

Email marketing services

IT security services

 

5. Data Retention

Account data: as long as your account is active

Billing data: 10 years (legal requirement)

Usage logs: 7–14 days

Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe

 

6. Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your data

Restrict or object to processing

Data portability

Withdraw consent anytime

 

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for site function and, with your consent, analytical and marketing cookies. You can manage preferences via your browser or our cookie manager.

 

8. Data Security

We use encryption (SSL/TLS) and restrict data access to authorized personnel only.

 

9. International Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure adequate protection via EU-approved mechanisms like Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

 

10. Contact for Data Protection Inquiries

Contact us at:

[Insert Email Address]

or by mail at the address above.

 

11. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You may lodge a complaint with the relevant German data protection authority if you believe your data rights have been violated.

01 Information we collect:

  • Personal Information: name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide.

  • Usage Data: information about how you interact with our website or application (e.g., pages visited, time spent, actions taken).

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies.

02 We use collected data to:

  • Provide and improve our services.

  • Communicate with you regarding updates, support, and promotions.

  • Ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity.

  • Comply with legal obligations.

03 We may share data only with:

  • Service Providers who help us operate the platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, customer support).

  • Legal Authorities if required to comply with laws or regulations.

04 We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience.

  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns.

  • Remember your preferences.

  • You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the service may not function properly.

05 Data retention

  • We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations.

06 Your rights:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.

  • Request correction or deletion of your data.

  • Opt out of marketing communications.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing.