Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Table of Contents

  1. Data Controller and Scope
  2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data and Type and Purpose of Their Use
  3. Disclosure of Data
  4. Cookies and Tracking
  5. Newsletter
  6. Your Rights as a Data Subject
  7. Data Security
  8. Changes to this Privacy Policy
  9. Compliance and Integrity at Selected Tools

1) Data Controller and Scope

This privacy policy informs you about the processing of personal data when using our websites, particularly www.holger-clasen.de and www.selected-tools.de, as well as all associated online services and subpages.

Data controller:
HOLGER CLASEN GmbH & Co. KG
Alsterdorfer Straße 228
22297 Hamburg
Germany
Personally liable partner: Bernd Clasen GmbH
Managing Director: Lennart Clasen
Phone: +49 (0)40 511 28-0
Email: info@holger-clasen.de

The sub-brand "Vitolon" is operated, distributed, and data-privacy managed by Holger Clasen GmbH & Co. KG.

Data Protection Officer:
Email: datenschutz@holger-clasen.de
Postal address as above, with the addition "Data Protection Officer."

2) Collection and Storage of Personal Data and Type and Purpose of Their Use

2.1 When Visiting the Website
When you access our website, the browser on your device automatically sends information to our server. This information is temporarily stored in a log file:

  • IP address of the requesting computer
  • Date and time of access
  • Name and URL of the requested file
  • Website from which access is made (referrer URL)
  • Browser used and, if applicable, your computer's operating system and the name of your access provider

Purpose of Processing: These data are processed for the following purposes:

  • Ensuring a smooth connection setup of the website
  • Ensuring comfortable use of our website
  • Evaluating system security and stability
  • For administrative purposes

Legal basis: Art. 6 para. 1 sentence 1 lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest)

2.2 When Using the Contact Form or Email Contact
When contacting us via contact form or email, we process:

  • Salutation, first and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Your message/request

Purpose: Processing your request and, if applicable, initiating a contract

Legal basis:

  • Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR (pre-contractual measure or contract)
  • Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR (legitimate interest in efficient communication)

2.3 When Ordering in the Online Shop (B2B)
When using our B2B online shop, particularly for "Vitolon" we additionally process:

  • Company name, VAT ID, contact person
  • Billing and shipping address
  • Email address and telephone number
  • Order and payment data

Purpose: Order processing, delivery, invoicing

Legal basis: Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR

Note: Our online shop is directed exclusively at business customers (B2B). Registration as a private individual is not possible.

3) Disclosure of Data

Your personal data will only be disclosed to third parties if:

  • You have given your explicit consent (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR)
  • The disclosure is necessary for the performance of a contract (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR)
  • There is a legal obligation (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c GDPR)
  • The disclosure is necessary for the protection of legitimate interests (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR) and there is no reason to assume that you have an overriding legitimate interest

Examples: payment service providers, shipping companies, tax advisors, IT service providers.

4) Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies on our websites to ensure functionality, security, and for analytics purposes.

Types of Cookies:

  • Technically necessary cookies: Required for the operation and functionality of our website
  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics): For statistical analysis of usage – only with your consent

Legal basis:

  • Necessary cookies: Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR
  • Analytics/marketing cookies: Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR (consent via cookie banner)

You can change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time using our consent tool.

5) Newsletter

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we store your email address and, if provided, your name.

Purpose: Sending information about our products, services, and promotions

Legal basis: Your consent in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR

You can unsubscribe at any time. A link to unsubscribe is included in every email.

6) Your Rights as a Data Subject

According to the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right of access to your stored data (Art. 15 GDPR)
  • Right to rectification of incorrect data (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 to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)
  • Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7 para. 3 GDPR)
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)

To exercise your rights, please contact: datenschutz@holger-clasen.de

7) Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data against accidental or intentional manipulation, partial or complete loss, destruction, or unauthorized access. Our security measures are continuously improved in line with technological developments.

8) Changes to this Privacy Policy

This privacy policy is currently valid and dated May 2025. We reserve the right to update this privacy policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our services, e.g., when introducing new services.

The latest version of the privacy policy is always available on our websites under the "Privacy" section.

Last revised: May 2025

9) Compliance and Integrity at Selected Tools

Principles of Conduct
At Selected Tools, integrity, fairness, and accountability are fundamental to all aspects of our business operations. We categorically reject any form of corruption, anti-competitive behavior, or legal infringements. Compliance forms an integral part of our brand identity and corporate responsibility. (Effective: May 2025)

9.1 Our Core Values in Practice

  • Compliance with Laws and Regulations
    Our actions comply with all applicable European and national laws, as well as recognized ethical standards.
  • Ethical Business Practices
    We are committed to long-term business relationships founded on trust, transparency, and fairness.
  • Responsibility to Market and Society
    As a supplier of professional tools for industry, trade, and skilled crafts, we are committed to maintaining a lawful and responsible market presence – even in the absence of a dedicated field sales force.

9.2 Principle-Based Partnerships
We exclusively engage with wholesalers and resellers who share our values. The selection of business partners is conducted in accordance with clearly defined compliance and ethical criteria.

9.3 Our Understanding of Integrity
Integrity is not an optional element – it is a fundamental commitment to our customers, our partners, and to ourselves.

Last revised: May 2025