The paragraph that “protects” me.
I don’t like surveillance – so I keep things simple. No tracking, no data hoarding, no marketing nonsense. But the law requires a privacy policy, so here it is: proper, compliant, and guaranteed drier than your favorite cookie. Congratulations, you’ve found the least exciting part of this website.
1. Responsible Party
Michael Ballweg
Email: datenschutz (at) michael-ballweg.de
2. Collection and Storage of Personal Data
When you visit this website, technical data is automatically collected (see “Server Log Files”). Beyond that, we only process personal data if you actively interact with the site – for example, through forms or signing up for an email service
3. Server Log Files
The web server automatically collects and stores information in so-called server log files, which your browser transmits. These include:
- Visited page
- Date and time of access
- Amount of data sent
- Referrer URL (the source from which you reached the page)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
This data is used solely for system stability and security. No personal profiling is carried out.
4. Cookies
This website only uses essential cookies:
- Technical Cookies: WordPress uses cookies for sessions, forms, and logins.
- No Advertising Cookies: No marketing or analytics cookies are used.
You can disable or delete cookies in your browser at any time.
5. Matomo (Web Analytics)
We use Matomo – a privacy-friendly, open-source software hosted on our own server.
Here’s what applies:
- IP addresses are anonymized
- Your browser’s “Do Not Track” setting is respected
- No cookies are set
- No data is shared with third parties
- No personal user profiles are created
Opt-Out of Analytics
If you do not want your visit to be analyzed anonymously, you can opt out here:
Note: This opt-out applies to all websites using our Matomo instance – such as digitaler-aktivist.org – and only works in this browser.
6. PeerTube (Video Platform)
Our videos are hosted on our own PeerTube server at video.querdenken-711.de. PeerTube is a decentralized, privacy-respecting open-source video platform.
What PeerTube stores:
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type, access time
- Necessary cookies for playback and login
What PeerTube does not do:
- No connection to Google, Meta, or other corporations
- No tracking
- No advertising
Anonymous use is possible. Registration is only required for active participation (e.g., commenting).
7. No Data Sharing
Personal data is not shared with third parties – neither for advertising nor for any other purpose.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your stored personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your data unless legal retention requirements apply
- Restrict data processing
Contact:
datenschutz (at) michael-ballweg.de
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This privacy policy may be updated as needed – for example, due to legal changes or new features.
Last updated: June 12, 2025