1. Responsible person
The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is:
doc4pets GmbH
19 Lange Strasse
76307 Karlsbad
Germany
Tel.: 0160 93824803
2. General information on data processing
The protection of personal data is of utmost importance to us. We process personal data exclusively within the framework of applicable data protection regulations, in particular the GDPR and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).
This privacy policy provides information about the type, scope and purpose of the processing of personal data when using the platform. VetUno.
3. Categories of affected persons
This privacy policy applies to: – Website visitors – Registered professionals (employees) – Registered employers – Communication partners
4. Types of data processed
Depending on the user group, we process the following personal data in particular:
a) General usage data
- IP address
- Date and time of access
- Device and browser information
- Log files
b) Employer
- Company and contact details
- Billing and payment data
- Job postings and communication content
c) Skilled workers (employees)
- Name, contact details
- Job title, qualifications
- CV, certificates, uploaded documents
- Application and communication data
5. Purposes of data processing
Personal data is processed for the following purposes: – Operation and provision of the VetUno platform – Registration and management of user accounts – Facilitating contact between employers and professionals – Conducting application and communication processes – Billing for paid services – Security and fraud prevention – Fulfillment of legal obligations
6. Legal basis for processing
The processing of personal data is based on the following legal grounds: – Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR (contract / pre-contractual measures) – Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c GDPR (legitimate interest in the secure and efficient operation of the platform) – Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR (consent) – Section 26 BDSG (data processing in the context of application procedures)
7. Application and messaging function
- VetUno provides an internal application and messaging function.
- Application data will be transmitted to the respective employer. The employer processes this data under their own data protection responsibility.
- The provider is not responsible for the further processing of the application data by the employer.
8. Data Sharing
- Personal data will only be shared if:
- to employers or professionals within the framework of the platform functions,
- to technical service providers as data processors in accordance with Article 28 GDPR,
- to authorities, provided there is a legal obligation.
- No further data will be shared.
9. Google Analytics
- VetUno uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited.
- Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze the use of the platform.
- The IP address is anonymized.
- Use is only permitted after prior consent in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR.
10. Data transfer to third countries
When using Google Analytics, personal data may be transferred to the USA.
The transfer is based on EU standard contractual clauses pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR.
11. Storage duration
- Personal data will only be stored for as long as is necessary for the respective purposes.
- Application data will be deleted after the application process has been completed, unless longer storage has been consented to or there are legal obligations.
12. Rights of data subjects
Data subjects have the following rights: – Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR) – Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR) – Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR) – Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR) – Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR) – Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
13. Revocation of consent
Consent can be withdrawn at any time with effect for the future.
14. Right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority
Data subjects have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority.
15. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from loss, manipulation and unauthorized access.
16. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to amend this privacy policy to reflect legal or technical changes.
Cookie Policy
1. General Information
This cookie policy explains which cookies and similar technologies (e.g., local storage, pixels) are used on the platform. VetUno how it is used, for what purposes this is done, and what choices users have.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on the user's device and contain information about the use of the website.
2. Responsible person
The entity responsible for the use of cookies within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Telecommunications and Telemedia Data Protection Act (TTDSG) is:
doc4pets GmbH
19 Lange Strasse
76307 Karlsbad
Germany
Tel.: 0160 93824803
3. Legal basis
The use of cookies is based on the following legal regulations:
- Section 25 Paragraph 1 TTDSG (Consent requirement for non-essential cookies)
- Section 25 Paragraph 2 No. 2 TTDSG (technically necessary cookies)
- Article 6 paragraph 1 letter a GDPR (consent)
- Article 6 paragraph 1 letter f GDPR (legitimate interest)
4. Types of cookies
4.1 Technically necessary cookies
These cookies are necessary to ensure the basic operation of the platform. This includes, in particular:
- Login and session cookies
- Security and authentication cookies
- Form and language settings
VetUno cannot function properly without these cookies.
Legal basis: Section 25 para. 2 no. 2 TTDSG, Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR
4.2 Analysis and statistics cookies (Google Analytics)
VetUno uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.
Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze platform usage. Among other things, the following information is processed:
- Shortened IP address (IP anonymization)
- Website usage patterns
- technical information about the terminal device
Google Analytics is only used with the prior consent of the users.
Legal basis: § 25 Para. 1 TTDSG, Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. a GDPR
5. Transfer to third countries
When using Google Analytics, personal data may be transferred to the USA.
The transmission is based on the EU Standard Contractual Clauses in accordance with Article 46 GDPR and additional technical safeguards implemented by Google.
6. Storage duration
Cookies are either stored for the duration of a session (session cookies) or remain on the device until they are manually deleted or expire automatically.
The specific storage duration of the cookies used can be found in the cookie settings.
7. Consent and Withdrawal
On their first visit to the platform, users are asked for their consent via a cookie consent banner.
Consent given can be revoked or adjusted at any time with effect for the future via the cookie settings.
8. Managing Cookies
Users can delete or block cookies at any time via their browser settings. Disabling technically necessary cookies may limit the functionality of the platform.
9. Recipients of the data
If cookies process personal data, the following recipients may have access:
- Google Ireland Limited (Google Analytics)
- Technical service providers (hosting, IT) as data processors pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR
10. Changes to the Cookie Policy
The provider reserves the right to amend this cookie policy to reflect legal, technical, or functional changes.