Data protection
As of December 2025
We (“we”, “us”, “our”) take the protection of the data of users (“users” or “you”) of our website crodie.com (the “Website”) very seriously and are committed to protecting the information that users provide to us in connection with the use of our Website. We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) and other applicable data protection laws.
This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your data through the use of our Website (the “Services”) when you access the Website via your devices.
If you do not agree with this policy, you should discontinue use of our Website. By continuing to use our Services, you accept this Privacy Policy and any future amendments.
1. What data do we collect?
We collect two types of data:
1.1 Non-personal data
Technical and statistical data that does not allow direct identification, including:
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Device and browser information
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Anonymized usage data
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Statistical information about website usage
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Aggregated data from Google Analytics
1.2 Personal data
Data that can identify you or make you identifiable:
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IP address
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Cookie information
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Information you provide via contact requests or emails
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Usage data insofar as it can be associated with an IP address
We do not collect payment, order, or newsletter data.
2. How do we collect data?
2.1 Automatically when visiting the Website
Automatically collected technical data such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Usage behavior
2.2 Data you voluntarily provide to us
For example, when submitting an inquiry via email.
2.3 Via tracking technologies
Such as:
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Cookies
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Pixels
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JavaScript
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Google Analytics
Further details can be found in the Cookie Policy.
3. Why do we process this data?
For the purposes of:
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Providing and improving the Website
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Analyzing usage
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Ensuring security
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Communicating in response to contact inquiries
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Fulfilling legal obligations
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Preventing misuse
4. Data sharing
Data is only shared with:
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Service providers (hosting, analytics, infrastructure)
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Authorities where legally required
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Technical partners for the operation of the Website
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For the enforcement of our rights
Personal data is not sold.
5. Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
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Ensuring the functionality of the Website
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Analytics (e.g. Google Analytics)
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Storing preferences
Cookie banner
Our Website uses a cookie banner that:
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Is displayed on the first visit
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Informs you about the cookies used
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Allows you to accept or reject optional cookies
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Obtains your consent pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR before analytics or marketing cookies are set
Without your consent, only technically necessary cookies are used.
Google Analytics may process data in the United States. Processing takes place exclusively on the basis of your consent.
6. Where do we store data?
Possible storage locations include:
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EU
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USA (e.g. Google)
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Other countries where required
With GDPR-compliant safeguards such as:
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Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
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Technical protective measures
7. Data retention period
Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary:
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For the use of the Website
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For processing contact inquiries
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To comply with statutory retention periods
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For security purposes
8. How do we protect your data?
Through:
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SSL/TLS encryption
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Access restrictions
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Technical security measures
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Regular reviews
However, absolute protection cannot be guaranteed.
9. Your rights under the GDPR
You have the right to:
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Access
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Rectification
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Erasure
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Restriction of processing
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Data portability
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Objection
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Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
Contact details are provided below.
10. International data transfers
When using our Website, data may be transferred to countries outside the EEA.
We ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g. SCCs).
11. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy at any time.
The current version is always available on our Website.
We will inform you transparently about any material changes.
12. Contact
truworks GmbH
Revaler Straße 99
10245 Berlin
Registered office:
Neue Schönhauser Straße 2
10178 Berlin
Managing Director: Benno Waibel
Commercial Register: Berlin District Court — HRB 203874 B
Email: contact@truworks.co