This privacy notice explains how WebAufstieg GmbH (doing business as AutoAlt.ai, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

1. Who We Are

WebAufstieg GmbH
Anton-Huber-Straße 20
73430 Aalen, Germany
Email: info@autoalt.ai
Website: https://autoalt.ai

2. What Data We Collect

• Personal data you provide: name, email address, account information, billing details
• Image data: uploaded for alt-text generation (processed temporarily)
• Automatically collected data: IP address, browser type, device type, cookies, usage logs

3. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing

We process your data for the following purposes:

• To provide, manage, and improve our services (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
• To fulfill legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)
• To ensure IT security and prevent fraud (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
• With your consent, e.g. for newsletter or marketing (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

4. No AI Training or Reuse

Your input (including image data and alt text outputs) is not used to train or improve AI models. We process the data only to return the results to you. Your data is not stored permanently, reused, or sold.

5. Data Sharing

We may share data with:

• Service providers (e.g., AWS for hosting, Stripe for payments), under data processing agreements
• Authorities when required by law
• In the context of a company sale, merger, or reorganization (you will be notified in such a case)

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use essential and functional cookies to improve your experience. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or to comply with legal retention periods. When no longer needed, your data is deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights under GDPR

As an EU or EEA resident, you have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data (Art. 15 GDPR)
• Rectify incorrect or incomplete data (Art. 16 GDPR)
• Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”) (Art. 17 GDPR)
• Restrict or object to processing (Art. 18/21 GDPR)
• Withdraw consent at any time (Art. 7(3) GDPR)
• Receive data in a portable format (Art. 20 GDPR)
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@autoalt.ai.

9. International Transfers

Your data may be processed on servers located in the European Union. Where data is transferred to third countries, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

10. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational security measures including encryption, access restrictions, and regular audits. However, no system is completely secure, and we advise users to act cautiously with data transmission.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the data immediately.

12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

We do not sell your data. California residents may request information about collected data, deletion, and non-discrimination under the CCPA. Requests can be submitted via email at info@autoalt.ai.

13. Do Not Track (DNT)

We do not currently respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals due to the absence of an established standard.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with a revised “last updated” date. Please check this page periodically.

15. Contact

WebAufstieg GmbH
Anton-Huber-Straße 20
73430 Aalen, Germany
Email: info@autoalt.ai
Website: https://autoalt.ai

Last updated: June 2025