Privacy Policy of TaliLingo for www.talilingo.com, www.talilingo.de, and www.talilingo.org

Some of your personal data is collected on the websites of TaliLingo. It is self-evident and mandatory for TaliLingo to collect, transmit, store, and process this data only for the purpose of contract execution and to protect its legitimate business interests in accordance with the applicable data protection regulations. You can find information on how TaliLingo processes this data below:

  1. Name and Contact Details of the Responsible Party for Data Processing

Responsible for Data Processing:

TaliLingo Language School

Berger Straße 93

60316 Frankfurt am Main

Phone: +49(0)176 476 82769

Email: info@talilingo.com

  1. Collection, Storage, and Processing of Personal Data and Their Use

  1. a) When Visiting the Websites www.talilingo.com, www.talilingo.de, and www.talilingo.org

When accessing our websites, the following data is automatically collected:

  • IP address of the requesting device
  • Date and time of access
  • Name and URL of the retrieved file
  • Website from which access is made (referrer URL)
  • Browser used and, if applicable, the operating system of your device
  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Address (if required for invoicing)
  • Date of birth

This data is processed for the following purposes:

  • Ensuring a smooth connection setup for the website
  • Ensuring convenient use of our website
  • Evaluating system security and stability
  • Registration and management of your participation in our German courses
  • Creating and sending invoices
  • Communication related to course organization
  • Other administrative purposes

The legal basis for data processing is Art. 6(1)(f) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legitimate interest derives from the purposes listed above. Under no circumstances do we use the collected data to draw conclusions about your identity.

Additionally, we use cookies and analytics services when you visit our website. Further details can be found in sections 3 and 4 of this privacy policy.

  1. b) When Using the General Contact Form

We offer the opportunity to contact us via contact forms on www.talilingo.com, www.talilingo.de, and www.talilingo.org, by email, or by phone.

When using the contact form, the following details are required:

  • Title (Mr./Ms.)
  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number

Further data may be collected during contact, especially when using the telephone hotline, such as:

  • Country of origin
  • Desired course
  • Language level
  • Learning goals and motivation

The legal basis for processing depends on the content of the request: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

Additionally, data is used for statistical purposes and direct marketing. The legal basis for this processing is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

  1. c) Contract Conclusion by Telephone

If you contact us by phone for contract conclusion, or if we contact you at your request, we may record the conversation for verification purposes, such as contract details, withdrawal, or objections. The recording only takes place with your consent, which can be revoked at any time.

  1. d) Data Protection for Job Applications

We collect and process personal data from applicants to manage the application process. If a contract is concluded, the submitted data is stored in compliance with legal regulations. If no contract is concluded, the data is deleted three months after the application process ends, unless legal reasons require further retention.

  1. e) Data Protection for Instructors

We collect personal data (name, address, phone number, email, date of birth) of applicants for teaching positions at TaliLingo to process applications. Processing may also occur electronically if documents are submitted via email or a contact form. The legal

basis for this processing is Art. 6(1)(b) and (f) GDPR.

  1. Cookies

We use cookies on our website. These small text files are automatically stored on your device (laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.).

Cookies serve two main purposes:

  • To enhance user experience (session cookies)
  • To analyze website usage for optimization

Most browsers accept cookies automatically. You can configure your browser to reject cookies or to notify you before accepting them. However, disabling cookies may affect the website’s functionality.

  1. Data Processing Before and During Registration

Before registration, personal data is processed for:

  • Contact purposes
  • Information about our services
  • Contract initiation
  • Advertising and statistical purposes

The legal basis for this is Art. 6(1)(a), (b), and (f) GDPR.

  1. Other Inquiries

If you contact us for other reasons, we store your personal data and request details to respond appropriately. Additionally, data is used for statistical purposes.

  1. Data Sharing

We share personal data only if legally required or explicitly consented. Recipients may include:

  • Credit agencies (for payment reliability checks)
  • IT service providers (for system maintenance)
  • Call centers (for customer service)
  • Marketing partners
  • Financial institutions (for payment processing)

  1. Data Deletion

We store your personal data only as long as required by law or necessary for contract fulfillment.

  • Business and tax regulations require storage for 2–10 years.
  • Certain legal claims (e.g., labor law disputes) may require storage for up to 30 years.

  1. Rights of Data Subjects

You have the right to:

  • Access your data (Art. 15 GDPR)
  • Rectification of incorrect data (Art. 16 GDPR)
  • Erasure of data (Art. 17 GDPR)
  • Restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
  • Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
  • Objection to data processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

Additionally, you have the right to file a complaint with a data protection authority under Art. 77 GDPR.

You can revoke your consent to data processing at any

time with future effect.