Last updated: November 25, 2025
1. Name and Contact of the Data Controller
(Responsible for data processing according to Art. 4(7) GDPR)
cologneinsider.com
c/o Markus Kuckertz Holding GmbH
Lindenstr. 14
50674 Cologne
Germany
Fon: +49 221 92428 448
Fax: +49 221 92428 449
E-Mail: mail@cologneinsider.com
2. Hosting Provider
Our website is hosted by:
ALL-INKL.COM – Neue Medien Münnich
Inhaber: René Münnich
Hauptstraße 68
D-02742 Friedersdorf
Germany
Telefon: +49 35872 353-10
Telefax: +49 35872 353-30
E-Mail: info@all-inkl.com
Data processed by the hosting provider includes:
IP address
date & time of requests
URL requests
browser type/version
operating system
referrer URL
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in secure and stable website operations).
Retention: Log files are deleted according to the host’s retention schedule (usually 7–30 days).
3. Data Collection and Processing
We process personal data only when necessary for:
running the website
improving user experience
fulfilling legal obligations
maintaining security
answering inquiries
analytics (with consent)
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When you visit our site, cookies may be set for purposes such as:
functional website operation
security
analytics (Site Kit / Google Analytics)
performance optimization
Where required by law, cookies are set only after your explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
You may withdraw consent at any time.
5. Plugins and Tools Used on This Website
Below you find all tools/plugins you listed, each with GDPR explanation.
5.1 All-In-One Security (AIOS)
Used for firewall, security scanning, and login protection.
Data processed:
IP addresses
login attempts
security logs
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in security)
Retention: According to plugin configuration (usually 14–30 days).
5.2 Antispam Bee
Used to block comment spam.
Data processed:
comment content
browser user agent
optionally IP address (depending on settings)
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR
Storage: Local only, not transferred to third countries.
5.3 Autoptimize
Optimizes CSS/JS/HTML for site speed.
No personal data is stored.
5.4 Classic Editor
No personal data stored beyond standard WordPress functionality.
5.5 Easy Table of Contents
Generates a table of contents in posts.
No personal data collected.
5.6 Image Source Control Lite
Used to track image author/source information.
No visitor personal data collected.
5.7 Imsanity
Resizes uploaded images.
Does not collect personal visitor data.
5.8 Rank Math SEO / Rank Math SEO PRO
Manages metadata, structured data, schema, and analytics connections.
Possible data processing:
anonymized analytics data (if Rank Math Analytics is enabled)
metadata for posts and pages
structured schema output to search engines
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR
5.9 Site Kit by Google (Analytics, Search Console)
If active, Site Kit may load:
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager
Search Console
Google Analytics (if enabled) may collect:
anonymized IP addresses
device/browser data
usage behavior
referral URLs
Legal basis:
With consent: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR
Without consent (Search Console): Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR
Important: IP anonymization is active.
Data may be transferred to Google LLC in the USA under SCCs.
5.10 UpdraftPlus – Backup / Restore
Used for automatic backups.
Data processed:
Backups may include:
posts & pages
databases
media
comments (incl. email/IP if present)
Backups may be stored:
locally
or externally (Google Drive, Dropbox, Amazon S3, WebDAV, etc.)
Data transfer outside EU is possible via SCCs.
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (website stability & data protection)
5.11 WP Mail SMTP
Used to route outgoing email (contact forms, notifications).
Depending on configuration, the following may be transmitted:
email address
message content
IP address
Third-party providers (Gmail, Outlook, Brevo, etc.) may receive these data.
Legal basis:
Contract initiation (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
6. Contacting Us
When you contact us:
We process:
email address
message content
metadata (timestamp, IP if included)
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR
Data is deleted once your request is resolved.
7. Comments (if enabled)
If users leave comments:
name (optional)
email (optional)
IP address (with Antispam Bee setting)
comment text
timestamp
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR
8. Embedded Content (Google Maps, YouTube, Instagram)
Embedded external content behaves as if visiting those websites directly.
These providers may collect:
IP address
device information
cookies
browser data
Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (only after consent)
9. Data Retention
We store personal data only as long as needed for:
fulfilling requested services
meeting legal obligations
resolving inquiries
maintaining website security
Retention varies depending on purpose and plugin configuration.
10. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
access (Art. 15)
rectification (Art. 16)
erasure (Art. 17)
restriction of processing (Art. 18)
data portability (Art. 20)
object (Art. 21)
withdraw consent at any time (Art. 7)
Please contact: mail@cologneinsider.com
11. Data Transfers Outside the EU
Certain services (Google, email providers, cloud backup providers) may process data in the USA or worldwide.
Transfers occur under:
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Art. 46 GDPR safeguards
12. Security Measures
We use:
AIOS Security
SSL/HTTPS encryption
secured hosting infrastructure
backups
strong access role management
All measures comply with Art. 32 GDPR.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy whenever laws or technical changes require it.
The latest version is always published on this page.