Germanize Your Future

From language classes to integration support, we help you thrive in your academic, professional, and cultural journey.

Language

Speak German with confidence

Step-by-step lessons designed to take you from simple phrases to natural conversation. You’ll quickly build the skills to express yourself clearly and confidently in everyday life.

Integration

Live and Belong in Germany

Master the essentials of German culture, systems, and daily life. Our integration programs help you feel at home faster—whether you're navigating bureaucracy, social norms, or local habits.

Corporate Training

Empower Your Workforce With German Skills

Tailored training for teams that need practical, workplace-ready German. Boost collaboration, reduce communication barriers, and strengthen your business presence in the German market.

Workforce Integration

Bringing International Talent Into the German Workplace

From cultural onboarding to role-specific language guidance, we help companies integrate global employees smoothly. Create teams that adapt quickly, perform better, and feel connected.

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Language Skills & Integration Support for Individuals and Teams

Whether you are a student aiming for fluency or a company integrating a global workforce, we are here to help. Contact us to discuss your specific goals, request a quote, or find out how we can support your success in Germany.

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Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung)

Privacy Policy This Privacy Policy explains the nature, scope, and purpose of the processing of personal data (hereinafter referred to as "Data") within our online offering and the associated websites, functions, and content, as well as external online presences (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Online Offer" or "Website").1. Controller and Contact InformationThe responsible party (Controller) for data processing on this website, within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other national data protection laws, is:Website: germanize.meController: Daria ReinboldAddress: HamburgEmail: [email protected]2. Processing Data from the Contact FormThe only explicit point where we collect data is via the contact form.2.1. Categories of Data ProcessedWe process the following data when you submit a contact form:Mandatory Data: Name, Email address, Message.Optional Data: Company Name, Phone Number.Technical Data: Date and time of the submission, IP address (collected for security and traceability as part of the server log files).2.2. Purpose and Legal BasisThe purpose of collecting this data is solely to process your inquiry and to be able to contact you with a direct response regarding our German language courses, integration services for students, or corporate training offers.
Purpose of Processing Legal Basis (GDPR)
Responding to your inquiry (General questions) Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (Your explicit consent via the checkbox).
Initiating a Contract (If you inquire about services/booking) Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (Necessary for pre-contractual steps at your request).
Documentation & Security (Storing IP/Time of submission) Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (Legitimate interest to defend against legal claims and ensure system security).2.3. Retention and DeletionYour data will be stored for as long as it is necessary to fully process your inquiry and any resulting business relationship.If no contract is concluded, we will delete your data within six (6) months after the last correspondence, provided there are no statutory retention obligations (e.g., commercial or tax law).If your inquiry leads to a service agreement, the data will be retained for the duration of the contract and subsequent legal retention periods (e.g., 6 or 10 years as required by German commercial and tax law).3. General Data Processing & Security (Log Files)In addition to the contact form, the following data is processed automatically when you visit any modern website.3.1. Server Log FilesEvery time you access our website, our server automatically records information in so-called server log files. This data cannot be directly assigned to a specific person.Processed Data: Browser type and version, operating system used, referrer URL (the previously visited page), hostname of the accessing computer, time of the server request, and the IP address.Purpose: To ensure a smoothly functioning website, optimize the technical presentation, and guarantee the security of our IT systems.Legal Basis: Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (Legitimate interest in a secure and functional presentation of our online offer).Retention: Log file information is stored for a maximum of seven (7) days for security purposes and then deleted.3.2. Data Transmission Security (SSL/TLS Encryption)To protect the transmission of personal data (especially through the contact form), we use SSL/TLS encryption. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the "https://" in the address bar of your browser and the padlock symbol.4. Your Rights as a Data Subject (Betroffenenrechte)Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding the personal data processed by us:Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): You have the right to request confirmation as to whether or not personal data concerning you is being processed, and, where that is the case, access to the personal data and the information detailed in this policy.Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): You have the right to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data we hold about you.Right to Erasure / "Right to be Forgotten" (Art. 17 GDPR): You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data, provided the legal conditions are met (e.g., the data is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected).Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18 GDPR): You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your data under certain conditions.Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): You have the right to receive the data concerning you, which you have provided to us, in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): You have the right to object to the processing of your data based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (Legitimate Interests), including the processing in server log files.4.1. Right to Withdraw Consent (Widerruf)If the data processing is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time with future effect. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. Please send your withdrawal request to the contact email listed above.4.2. Right to Lodge a ComplaintIf you believe that the processing of your personal data violates the GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, particularly in the Member State of your habitual residence, place of work, or the place of the alleged infringement.The competent supervisory authority for the Controller (based in Hamburg) is:Der Hamburgische Beauftragte für Datenschutz und InformationsfreiheitAddress: Ludwig-Erhard-Str. 22, 7. OG, 20459 Hamburg, GermanyWebsite: https://www.datenschutz-hamburg.de/5. Changes to this Privacy PolicyWe reserve the right to adapt this Privacy Policy to ensure it always complies with current legal requirements or to reflect changes in our services (e.g., the introduction of new services). The most current version will always apply when you visit our website.