Privacy Policy


1. Data Protection at a Glance

The protection of your personal data is very important to us. We treat your personal data confidentially and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, in particular the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and this Privacy Policy.

Our website can generally be used without providing personal data. Where personal data (such as name, email address, or telephone number) is collected on our website, this is done on a voluntary basis wherever possible.

Please note that data transmission over the internet (e.g., email) may involve security vulnerabilities. Complete protection of data from third-party access is not possible.


2. Controller

The controller responsible for data processing on this website is:

wissenspark UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Talent Consulting & Executive Search
Am Hunnenberg 12
59494 Soest
Germany
Email: info@wissenspark.pro


3. Hosting & Website Platform (Squarespace)

This website is hosted on the Squarespace platform. The provider is Squarespace Ireland Ltd., Dublin, Ireland.

Squarespace automatically collects and stores information in so‑called server log files, which your browser transmits automatically. These include:

  • browser type and version

  • operating system used

  • referrer URL

  • IP address

  • date and time of the server request

These data cannot be assigned to specific individuals. This data is not merged with other data sources.

Legal basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in the technically error‑free presentation and optimisation of our website).


4. Contact Forms and Email Inquiries

If you contact us via a contact form or email, the information you provide, including your contact details, will be stored and processed to handle your inquiry and any follow‑up questions.

We do not share this data without your consent.

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre‑contractual measures) or
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in processing inquiries).


5. Executive Search & Candidate Data (RecruitCRM)

As part of our executive search and talent consulting services, we process candidates' personal data.

For this purpose, we use the applicant tracking and CRM system RecruitCRM (app.recruitcrm.io).

Depending on the individual case, the following data may be processed:

  • contact details (name, email address, telephone number)

  • professional information (CV, career history, qualifications)

  • interview notes and assessment information

Data processing is carried out exclusively for the purpose of executive search, candidate placement, and client communication.

RecruitCRM acts as a data processor in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR. Appropriate data‑processing agreements are in place.

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre‑contractual measures)
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in professional recruitment services)
Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent, where required)

Candidate data will be deleted once the purpose of storage no longer applies or consent is withdrawn, provided no statutory retention obligations exist.


6. Cookies & Consent Management

Our website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device and do not cause any damage.

Cookies help make our website more user‑friendly, effective, and secure.

When you first visit our website, you will be prompted to give your consent via a cookie banner.

Legal basis:
Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)
Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (technically necessary cookies)

You can change or withdraw your cookie settings at any time via your browser.

7. Social Media Links

Our website contains links to social media networks (e.g. LinkedIn, XING, Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter). These are simple links.

Only when you click on such a link will data be transmitted to the respective provider. We have no influence on the scope or use of the data collected there.

8. Your Rights as a Data Subject

You have the right to:

  • access your personal data (Art. 15 GDPR)

  • rectification of inaccurate data (Art. 16 GDPR)

  • erasure of your data (Art. 17 GDPR)

  • restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)

  • data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)

  • object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

If processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw this consent at any time with effect for the future.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy is currently valid and was last updated in January 2026.

We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or technical developments.