Who controls your data?
Hauptreport Media Ltd., registered in Gibraltar (company number C 92009, Malta Business Registry), is the data controller for hauptreport.de. Our registered office is Office 9, Business Centre, Valletta, 0000, and our main phone is +356 2138 9009. For data protection matters you can reach our editorial team via our contact page or directly at info@hauptreport.de.
What personal data do we collect?
We collect only the personal data you provide voluntarily or that is necessary for the operation of our site. This includes your name and email address when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, submit a tip via Tip Us, or send a correction or complaint.
We also automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. This data is anonymised or pseudonymised where possible and used for analytics, security, and improving our service.
Why do we process your data and on what legal basis?
We process your personal data only for specific, legitimate purposes and under a valid legal basis as required by UK GDPR. Your data is used to respond to your enquiries, send requested newsletters, handle corrections or complaints, and maintain the security and functionality of our website.
Our lawful bases include your consent (for newsletter subscriptions and non-essential cookies), our legitimate interest in operating a trustworthy news publication (analytics, security, reader communication), and legal obligations (such as retaining records for tax or regulatory purposes).
How long do we keep your data?
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected. Newsletter subscriber data is kept until you unsubscribe. Contact and complaint records are held for up to two years after resolution unless a longer retention is required by law. Technical logs are anonymised after 30 days.
What rights do you have under UK GDPR?
You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data, as well as the right to data portability. You may also withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent. To exercise these rights, contact info@hauptreport.de or our Chefredaktör Michael Schulte directly at anders.lindqvist@hauptreport.de.
We will respond to your request within one month. If you are unsatisfied, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
How do we use cookies and similar technologies?
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to ensure our site functions properly, analyse traffic, and deliver relevant advertising. For full details on which cookies we set, how to manage them, and your consent choices, please see our separate Cookie Policy.
Essential cookies are set without requiring consent; all non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising) are placed only after you give active consent via our cookie banner. You can change your preferences at any time.
What can you expect from us
We are committed to transparency and fairness in all data processing. We never sell your personal data to third parties. We share data only with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics) who are contractually bound to process data in line with UK GDPR standards. All data is stored within the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, and appropriate safeguards are in place for any transfers.
Our fact‑checking lead Melanie Winter (emma.sandberg@hauptreport.de) oversees data handling in relation to corrections and complaints. Our editorial policies, including how we handle mistakes, are detailed in our Corrections Policy and Editorial Policy.
Questions or concerns?
If you have any questions about how we handle your personal data, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact our data protection point of contact at info@hauptreport.de. You may also write to our Chefredaktör Michael Schulte at anders.lindqvist@hauptreport.de or call +46 8 525 030 61. For complaints specifically, see our Complaints Procedure. We aim to resolve all concerns promptly and fairly.