Last updated: November 14, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how we process your personal data when you visit our website, receive our free printables, or subscribe to our newsletter. We comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and all applicable data protection laws.
1. Who We Are (Data Controller)
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
ManuDesignStudio / Manuela Zimmermann
Asternweg 4
03051 Cottbus, Germany
Email: mazimm72@gmail.com
For additional legal information, please see our Imprint.
Imprint: manudesigns.com/impressum
2. Personal Data We Collect
We only collect the data that is necessary for the proper functioning of our website and services.
| Data | Purpose | Legal Basis | Storage Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Email address (newsletter sign-up) | Sending newsletters & free printables | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) | Until you unsubscribe |
| Server log files (IP address, timestamp, URL accessed, user agent) | Security, error detection, abuse prevention | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) | 7–30 days |
| Cookie preferences | Save and apply your cookie choices | Consent / essential (Art. 6(1)(a)/(f) GDPR) | 6–12 months |
| YouTube-related cookies (only after opt-in) | Display embedded videos | Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) | According to YouTube’s policy |
Providing your email address for the newsletter is voluntary. Without it, you cannot receive free printables or emails from us.
3. Newsletter & Freebies (MailerLite)
We use MailerLite (88 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, D02 DK18, Ireland) to send newsletters and free printables.
What we do:
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Double opt-in: You confirm your subscription via email
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Data processed: your email address
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Unsubscribe: via link in every email
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DPA: We have a GDPR-compliant Data Processing Agreement with MailerLite
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Storage location: EU (Ireland)
More details: MailerLite Privacy Policy.
Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
4. YouTube Videos
Our website displays embedded YouTube videos using privacy-enhanced mode, which means:
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No cookies are set until you click “Play”
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No data is transmitted to YouTube before you actively enable it
When you play a video:
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Data may be transmitted to Google LLC (USA)
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This may include your IP address, device information, and the page you visited
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Such transfers may involve risks (e.g., access by US authorities)
Legal basis for loading YouTube content:
Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR, Art. 49(1)(a) GDPR).
Google’s Privacy Policy applies.
5. Cookies
We only use a small number of cookies.
Categories
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Essential cookies (required for basic site functions)
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YouTube cookies (only after your consent)
Your choices (cookie banner)
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Reject – Only essential cookies
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Settings – Choose categories
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Accept – Allow all cookies
You can change your preferences at any time.
Cookies we use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Category | Storage Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie choices | Essential | 6–12 months |
| yt-consent-blocker | Prevents loading of YouTube until accepted | Essential | Session |
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights under the GDPR:
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Access to your personal data
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Rectification of inaccurate data
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Erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
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Restriction of processing
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Data portability
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Objection to processing based on legitimate interests
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Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe)
You also have the right to file a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
Contact for all privacy matters:
mazimm72@gmail.com
7. Data Security & Sharing
We do not sell your personal data.
Data is shared only with:
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MailerLite (newsletter distribution)
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Our EU-based hosting provider (technical hosting)
All service providers operate under GDPR-compliant contracts (Data Processing Agreements).
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures (TOMs) to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
No data is transferred outside the EEA except when you actively enable YouTube content (see section 4).
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on this page.
If changes significantly impact your rights, we will inform newsletter subscribers by email.