Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung)

Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction

Ausblik Consulting (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and protect your information when you visit our website www.ausblik.com, contact us, or use our preparatory consulting services related to studying, training, working, or settling in Germany.

The processing of personal data complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).

2. Controller

Ausblik Consulting – Arpit Desai

Inhaber: Arpit Nalinkumar Desai

Address: Am Brauksweg 3, 37083 Göttingen, Germany

Email: hello@ausblik.com

Phone / WhatsApp: +49 15150 919293

Website: www.ausblik.com

3. Hosting

This website is hosted by:

Hostinger International Ltd.

61 Lordou Vironos Street

Larnaca 6023

Cyprus

VAT Reg #: CY10301365E

When this website is accessed, technical access data may be processed, including IP address, date and time of access, browser type, operating system, referrer URL, requested pages, and server log data. This processing is necessary to provide the website securely and reliably.

The legal basis is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest is the secure, stable, and efficient operation of this website.

Where Hostinger processes personal data on our behalf, this is done on the basis of a data processing agreement pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR.

4. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Identity data: Name, nationality, date of birth, passport-related identification details where necessary.

• Contact data: Email address, telephone number, WhatsApp number, postal address.

• Academic or professional documents: CVs, certificates, mark sheets, transcripts, language certificates, employment references, and related supporting documents.

• Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, device information, and referring websites.

• Communication data: Emails, WhatsApp communications, website contact form submissions, consultation requests, and uploaded files.

5. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing

We process personal data only where lawful under GDPR.

a) Responding to inquiries and providing consultations

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures)

and/or Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in communication and service operation).

b) Evaluating academic or professional profiles and supporting documents

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.

c) Compliance with legal, tax, accounting, and documentation obligations

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR.

d) Technical operation, website security, fraud prevention, and system stability

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

e) Optional future marketing or newsletters (if introduced)

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent).

6. Cookies and Analytics

This website currently uses only technically necessary cookies required for the operation, security, and functionality of the website.

No advertising or marketing cookies are intentionally set without user consent.

If analytics or third-party tracking services are introduced in the future, users will be informed through an appropriate consent mechanism where legally required.

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

Personal data may be shared only where necessary and lawful, including:

• IT and hosting providers supporting website operation and communication systems.

• Authorized referral or operational partners involved in profile evaluation, preparatory guidance, or document coordination.

• German, EU, or other public authorities where disclosure is legally required.

• Professional advisers, accountants, or legal service providers where necessary for compliance or legitimate business operations.

We do not sell personal data for advertising or marketing purposes.

8. International Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including possible transfers connected with communications involving India or international service providers, appropriate safeguards are applied in accordance with GDPR requirements, including standard contractual clauses where necessary.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law.

Typical retention periods may include:

• Inquiry and consultation requests: Generally up to 6 months after the last communication where no formal engagement follows.

• Client and contractual records: As required for contractual, tax, accounting, or legal documentation obligations.

• Technical server logs: Generally retained temporarily for security and operational purposes.

Documents may be deleted earlier where retention is no longer necessary and no legal retention obligation exists.

10. Your Rights Under GDPR

Subject to applicable legal conditions, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data.

• Request correction of inaccurate data.

• Request deletion of personal data.

• Request restriction of processing.

• Object to certain processing activities.

• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

• Request data portability where applicable.

• Lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority.

Competent supervisory authority in Lower Saxony:

Die Landesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz Niedersachsen

Prinzenstraße 5

30159 Hannover

Germany

Website:

www.lfd.niedersachsen.de

11. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, alteration, or unlawful disclosure.

However, internet-based data transmission may contain security vulnerabilities, and absolute protection cannot be guaranteed.

12. Communication via Email or WhatsApp

If you contact us via email or WhatsApp, your contact details and communication content may be processed for the purpose of responding to your inquiry or providing requested services.

Communications through WhatsApp may be subject to the privacy policies and data-processing practices of Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. and affiliated providers.

Users should avoid sending highly sensitive personal information through unsecured communication channels unless specifically requested and necessary.

13. No Guarantee Disclaimer

Ausblik Consulting provides preparatory consulting, informational guidance, and document-organization support related to international education, career preparation, and relocation planning.

We do not guarantee:

• visa approval,

• university admission,

• employment offers,

• appointment availability,

• recognition outcomes,

• residence permits,

• immigration approvals,

• or decisions by public authorities.

Final decisions always remain with the relevant institutions, authorities, employers, universities, embassies, consulates, or immigration offices.

14. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. The latest version will always be available on: