In my previous article on this topic, I described how to build a legally compliant imprint using a c/o address and VoIP numbers. While that works, it is technically “patchwork.”

I have since found a solution that is even more elegant: online-impressum.de. Here is why I switched and how it simplifies my setup.

The Problem with the Phone Number

According to § 5 DDG (German Digital Services Act), an imprint must provide means for “fast electronic contact” and “immediate communication.” For a long time, this meant: Email + Phone. However, case law and the wording of the law allow for some leeway: if a contact form enables a response within a few minutes or hours, it can potentially replace the phone number.