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Privacy Policy & Impressum

Last updated: July 2026

      Short version: We don't sell your data. We don't even collect it beyond what your browser stores locally. All calculator results, checklist progress and profile data stay on your device only.
    

Impressum (Legal Notice)

Information pursuant to § 5 TMG (German Telemedia Act):

Desi European Tales
Operated by: Dishant Patel
Contact: hello@desieuropeantales.com
Website: desieuropeantales.com

Responsible for content pursuant to § 55 Abs. 2 RStV:
Dishant Patel (address available on request to comply with privacy obligations under DSGVO Art. 17)

Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung)

1. Who we are

Desi European Tales (desieuropeantales.com) is a free information and tools website for South Asians navigating life in Europe. It is a personal project, not a company.

2. What data we collect

We collect almost nothing. Specifically:

No registration, no account, no email required to use any tool on this site.
Calculator inputs and results are computed entirely in your browser and never sent to any server.
Checklist progress, profile data (visa type, salary, city) are stored only in your browser's localStorage — they never leave your device.
Newsletter subscription: If you choose to subscribe, your email is handled by Buttondown (a GDPR-compliant email provider). We receive only your email address and send only relevant updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.

3. Server logs

Our hosting provider (Cloudflare Pages) may log standard server access data (IP address, page requested, timestamp, browser type) for security and operational purposes. These logs are retained per Cloudflare's own privacy policy and are not accessible to us in identifiable form. See Cloudflare's Privacy Policy.

4. Analytics

This site uses Google Analytics (GA4) with the tag G-NYWE7FN58G to understand which pages are most useful, only if you agree in the cookie banner. Until you accept, Google Analytics is not loaded at all (Google Consent Mode v2, basic mode). GA4 is configured without advertising features. You can change your choice at any time with the "Cookie settings" link at the bottom of every page. For details, see Google's Privacy Policy.

5. Cookies

We do not set first-party cookies. Your cookie choice and the inputs of our calculators are stored in your browser's local storage and never sent to us. If you accept analytics, Google Analytics sets cookies (such as _ga) for up to 2 years. Cloudflare may set strictly necessary security cookies. We ask for your choice again after 12 months.

6. External links and embeds

This site links to external services including WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, YouTube, and World Monitor. When you click those links, the respective third party's privacy policy applies. We are not responsible for their content or data practices.

7. Images and fonts

The site logo, images and fonts are served from this website's own domain. Viewing a page does not load images from Google Drive or fonts from Google Fonts.

8. Children

This site is not directed at children under 16 and we do not knowingly collect data from minors.

9. Your rights (GDPR)

Under GDPR you have the right to access, correct, delete or port any personal data we hold about you. Since we hold almost none, the most practical action is to clear your browser's localStorage (Settings → Privacy → Clear site data for desieuropeantales.com). For newsletter data, use the unsubscribe link in any email or contact us directly.

For any privacy questions: hello@desieuropeantales.com

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy occasionally. The date at the top of this page reflects the last revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

Disclaimer

All calculators and guides on Desi European Tales are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal, tax, financial or immigration advice. Tax laws, visa rules and benefit amounts change frequently — always verify with official sources (Finanzamt, BAMF, Deutsche Rentenversicherung) or a qualified professional before making decisions.

We make every effort to keep information accurate and up to date, but we accept no liability for errors, omissions or outdated information.