Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 7, 2025
1. Introduction
Deutsch Prüfung operates the website deutsch-pruefung.de ("Service"), providing German language exam preparation materials for TELC and Goethe certifications.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with GDPR and applicable data protection laws.
2. Data Controller
Service Name: Deutsch Prüfung
Website: deutsch-pruefung.de
Contact Email: support@deutsch-pruefung.de
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Account Information
When you register, we collect:
- Email address
- Name (optional)
- Password (encrypted)
3.2 Practice Data
- Your answers to practice questions
- Test scores and completion times
- Learning progress and study patterns
3.3 Technical Information
- IP address and browser type
- Device information
- Usage analytics (via Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity)
- Session interaction data (e.g., clicks, scroll depth, and navigation patterns captured through Microsoft Clarity)
4. How We Use Your Information
- Provide personalized exam practice and track your progress
- Improve our platform and develop new features
- Send service notifications and support responses
- Analyze website usage to enhance user experience (including session replays through Microsoft Clarity)
- Display relevant advertisements (via Google AdSense)
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
- Consent: For analytics and advertising cookies
- Contract: To provide our exam preparation services
- Legitimate Interest: For platform improvement and security
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies for:
- Essential Cookies: Authentication and basic functionality (required)
- Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity for usage insights (optional)
- Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense for personalized ads (optional)
You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings or through our cookie consent banner.
7. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
Google Analytics
For website usage analytics and performance monitoring. Google Privacy Policy
Microsoft Clarity
For session analytics, heatmaps, and user experience insights. Microsoft Privacy Statement
Google AdSense
For displaying relevant educational advertisements. Google Ads Policy
Note: We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
8. Data Security
We protect your data using:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Encrypted password storage
- Secure database hosting
- Regular security updates
9. Data Retention
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active
- Practice Data: Deleted upon account deletion
- Analytics Data: Anonymized after 14 months (Google Analytics default)
- Session Analytics: Microsoft Clarity retains data for up to 30 days
10. Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Objection: Opt-out of certain data processing
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookies and marketing
To exercise your rights, contact us at support@deutsch-pruefung.de. We will respond within 30 days.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent website notice. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.
13. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data:
Email: support@deutsch-pruefung.de
Website: deutsch-pruefung.de
For EU residents: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not addressed your concerns adequately.