Last updated: May 14, 2025

We at Blockstories UG (haftungsbeschränkt), Mühlenstraße 8a, 14167 Berlin, take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Controller
The data controller is:
Blockstories UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Mühlenstraße 8a
14167 Berlin
Email: mail@blockstories.de

2. What data we collect
We collect and store your email address when you subscribe to our newsletter. We do not collect sensitive personal data.

3. Purpose of processing
We use your email address solely to send our newsletter and relevant event information you’ve opted into.

4. Legal basis
Processing is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). You may withdraw your consent at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us directly.

5. Data processors
We work with trusted service providers:

• Wix for website hosting

• Beehiiv for email delivery and newsletter infrastructure

These providers act as data processors under GDPR and are contractually bound to protect your data.

6. Data transfer to third countries
Beehiiv is based in the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through standard contractual clauses (SCCs) to protect your data.

7. Your rights under GDPR
You have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict processing of your data, and to object to processing. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection authority.

8. Cookies and tracking
We do not use any tracking tools, cookies, or analytics software.

9. Data retention
We retain your data until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

10. Contact
For privacy-related questions, please email: mail@blockstories.de