Last updated: September 2025
Data Protection
SOTOPED takes the protection of your personal data very seriously. We treat your data confidentially and in accordance with legal provisions and this privacy policy.
The use of our site is possible without providing personal data. Where personal data (name, address, e-mail, etc.) is collected, it is always on a voluntary basis and will not be passed on to third parties.
Please note that data transmission over the Internet (e.g. communication by e-mail) may present security risks. Complete protection against access by third parties is not possible.
Collection of Personal Data
We only collect personal data if it is necessary for the provision of a specific service.
You can visit our site without providing personal information. We only store access data without personal reference (e.g. Internet provider, referring page, requested file), used exclusively for statistical purposes.
Personal data (name, address, phone number, e-mail, etc.) is only collected if you voluntarily provide it via the contact form or by e-mail.
Use of Personal Data
A. Mandatory and Optional Fields
Some fields are mandatory (*). Other fields are optional and used for statistical and improvement purposes.
B. Appropriateness
Data transmitted will only be used for the purpose for which it was sent (e.g. request processing, newsletter delivery, access to documents).
C. Use for Other Purposes
We do not use any data for advertising purposes.
Transfer of Personal Data to Third Parties
Your data will only be transferred if required by law, if you have expressly consented, or if it is necessary for the execution of a contract.
Third parties are required to protect your data and to process it only within the defined scope.
Right to Information, Deletion, Blocking
You have the right to obtain, free of charge and at any time, information about your stored personal data, their origin, recipients, and the purpose of processing, as well as the right to correct, block or delete this data.
You can manage your data via your access codes or request its deletion via our contact form.
Data Security
Data exchanged via the website is generally transmitted in encrypted form, according to current technical standards. Our website and systems are protected against loss, access, modification or unauthorized distribution.
Use of Cookies
Please consult our cookie statement to find out how you can adjust your settings and for detailed information about the cookies we use and their purposes.
Consents
Example of given consent: “Yes, I confirm that I have read and understood your privacy policy and expressly consent to my personal data being processed by SOTOPED exclusively within the framework of my subscription request. I am aware that I can revoke my consent at any time with immediate effect for the future by e-mail to
Changes in Regulations
New data protection rules apply to future contacts with SOTOPED. Previous provisions continue to apply to already stored data, unless the law prohibits it.
