Privacy Policy

3. General information on data processing

3.1. Scope of processing of personal data

We generally only collect and use our users' personal data to the extent necessary to provide a functional website and our content and services. The collection and use of our users' personal data generally only occurs with the user's consent. An exception applies in cases where prior consent cannot be obtained for practical reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by law. We store contact details of cooperation and network partners, organizations, and service providers in order to fulfill the tasks assigned to us within the framework of regional cultural promotion.

3.2. Legal basis for the processing of personal data

If we obtain the consent of the data subject for the processing of personal data, Art. 6 (1) (a) of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) serves as the legal basis.For the processing of personal data that is necessary to fulfill a contract to which the data subject is a party, Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR serves as the legal basis. This also applies to processing operations that are necessary to carry out pre-contractual measures. If the processing of personal data is necessary to fulfil a legal obligation to which our company is subject, Art. 6 (1) (c) GDPR serves as the legal basis. In the event that vital interests of the data subject or another natural person require the processing of personal data, Art. 6 (1) (d) GDPR serves as the legal basis. If processing is necessary to protect a legitimate interest of our company or a third party and the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject do not outweigh the former interest, Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR serves as the legal basis for processing.

3.3. Data deletion and storage period

The personal data of the data subject will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose for which they were stored no longer applies. Storage may also occur if this has been provided for by European or national legislators in EU regulations, laws, or other provisions to which the controller is subject. Data will also be blocked or deleted if a storage period prescribed by the aforementioned standards expires, unless there is a need to continue storing the data for the conclusion or fulfillment of a contract.

4. Provision of the website and creation of log files

4.1. Description and scope of data processing

Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically records data and information from the computer system of the accessing computer. The following data is collected: • Time of page views • Number of page views • Duration of the session • IP address and host name of the user • Information about the requesting client (usually browser) • Search engine used, including search query • Operating system used This data is also stored in our system's log files. This data is not stored together with other personal user data. The legal basis for the temporary storage of the data and log files is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

4.2. Purpose of data processing

The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable delivery of the website to the user's computer. For this purpose, the user's IP address must be stored for the duration of the session. Storage in log files is done to ensure the functionality of the website. Furthermore, the data helps us optimize the website and ensure the security of our information technology systems. The data is not evaluated for marketing purposes in this context. These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

4.3. Duration of storage

The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. If the data is collected to provide the website, this is the case when the respective session ends. If the data is stored in log files, this occurs after seven days at the latest. Longer storage is possible. In this case, the user's IP addresses are anonymized with an 'x' after seven days, so that an assignment to the calling client is no longer possible.

4.4. Possibility of objection and removal

The collection of data to provide the website and the storage of data in log files are essential for the operation of the website. Therefore, the user has no right to object.

4.5. Disclosure to service providers

As part of hosting the website, data is transferred to IONOS. Further information can be found in the sections "Provision of the website and creation of log files" and "Web analysis by WebAnalytics (Ionos)." A data processing agreement exists for this purpose.

Web analysis by WebAnalytics (Ionos)

Our hosting provider, Ionos (1&1 IONOS SE, Elgendorfer Str. 57, 56410 Montabaur), uses Web Analytics, and tracking and logging are enabled by default. Data is collected either through a pixel or a log file. To protect personal data, Web Analytics does not use cookies. The visitor's IP address is transmitted when a page is accessed, anonymized immediately after transmission, and processed without any personal reference. IONOS does not store any personal data from website visitors, so no conclusions can be drawn about individual visitors. The following data is collected:

• Referrer (previously visited website)
• Requested web page or file
• Browser type and version
• Operating system used
• Device type used
• Time of access
• IP address in anonymized form (used only to determine the location of access)

Further information can be found at: https://www.ionos.de/hilfe/datenschutz/datenverarbeitung-von-webseitenbesuchern-ihres-11-ionos-produktes/webanalytics/

WebAnalytics collects data exclusively for statistical analysis and the technical optimization of the website. For this purpose, a data processing agreement has been concluded with IONOS, which guarantees the processing of the above-mentioned data in compliance with data protection regulations. The data will not be shared with third parties.

5.   SSL-Verschlüsselung

This site uses SSL encryption for security reasons and to protect the transmission of confidential content, such as the inquiries you send to us as the site operator. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the browser's address bar changing from "http://" to "https://" and by the lock symbol in your browser's address bar. When SSL encryption is activated, the data you transmit to us cannot be read by third parties.

6. Use of cookies

Note: This website uses only technically necessary cookies – no tracking cookies. These technically necessary cookies are deleted after each session.

Description and scope of data processing

Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the accessing computer.

The following data is collected:

• Time of page views

• Number of page views

• Duration of the session

• IP address and hostname of the user

• Information about the requesting client (usually a browser)

• search engine used including search query

• operating system used

The data is also stored in our system's log files. This data is not stored together with other personal user data.

The legal basis for the temporary storage of data and log files is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

Purpose of data processing

The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable delivery of the website to the user's computer. For this purpose, the user's IP address must be stored for the duration of the session. Storage in log files is done to ensure the functionality of the website. Furthermore, the data helps us optimize the website and ensure the security of our information technology systems. The data is not evaluated for marketing purposes in this context.

These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

Duration of storage

The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. In the case of data collected to provide the website, this is the case when the respective session ends.

If the data is stored in log files, this will be the case after seven days at the latest. Longer storage is possible. In this case, the user's IP addresses are anonymized with an 'x' after seven days, making it impossible to identify the calling client.

Possibility of objection and removal

The collection of data to provide the website and the storage of data in log files is essential for the operation of the website. Consequently, the user has no right to object. Right of objection and removal

The collection of data to provide the website and the storage of data in log files is mandatory for the operation of the website. Therefore, the user has no right to object. Browser session deleted. It is also possible to delete cookies manually in the browser.

6.1.) Description and scope of data processing

a) Use of cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer's hard drive and enable recognition, but do not allow personal identification. When a user visits a website, a cookie may be stored on the user's operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string that enables unique identification of the browser when the website is visited again. We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the accessing browser can be identified even after changing pages. You can prevent cookies from being stored on your hard drive by selecting "do not accept cookies" in your browser settings. You can also set your browser to ask you whether you agree before cookies are set. Finally, you can delete cookies that have already been set at any time. For details on how this works, please refer to your browser manufacturer's instructions or the following instructions: www.meinecookies.org/cookies_verwalten/index.html. If you do not accept cookies, this may lead to functional restrictions on the website in individual cases. However, even without active deletion, the cookie is automatically deleted after twelve months. b) Legal basis for data processing The legal basis for the processing of personal data using cookies is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. c) Purpose of data processing The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to simplify the use of websites for users. Some functions of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these functions, it is necessary that the browser is recognized even after a page change. The user data collected by technically necessary cookies is not used to create user profiles. d) Duration of storage, right of objection and removal Cookies are stored on the user's computer and transmitted from there to our site. Therefore, you as the user have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser, you can deactivate or restrict the transmission of cookies. Cookies that have already been stored can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are deactivated for our website, you may no longer be able to use all of the website's functions to their full extent.

7. Link to the cultural region’s Instagram account

a) Link zum Instagram-Account

Our website contains links to the social network Instagram. You will be redirected to the Kulturregion fan page on Instagram. The privacy policy and

Meta's Terms of Use (https://privacycenter.instagram.com/policy/?entry_point=ig_help_center_data_policy_redirect&__coig_consent=1). See also our disclaimer at the end of this privacy policy.

8. Embedding YouTube videos

a) Description and purpose

We have integrated YouTube videos into our online offering, which are stored on https://www.youtube.com and can be played directly from our website.

By visiting the website, YouTube receives the information that you have accessed the corresponding subpage of our website.

This occurs regardless of whether YouTube provides a user account through which you are logged in or whether no user account exists. If you are logged in to Google, your data will be assigned directly to your account. If you do not wish to be assigned to your YouTube profile, you must log out before activating the button. YouTube stores your data as user profiles and uses them for the purposes of advertising, market research, and/or tailoring its website to meet your needs. Such an evaluation is carried out in particular (even for users who are not logged in) to provide tailored advertising and to inform other users of the social network about your activities on our website.

b. Legal basis

The legal basis for the processing of your personal data is our legitimate interest in accordance with Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.

c. Recipient

The recipient of the data is YouTube, LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066, USA.

d. Transfer to third countries

The data will be transferred to a Google server in the USA and stored there. Your personal data will be transferred on the basis of Art. 46 and/or Art. 49 GDPR.

e. Duration of processing

Your data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected (1 day to 10 years). In addition, the data will be deleted if you revoke your consent or request the deletion of your personal data.

f. Possibility of objection

You have the right to object to the creation of the user profiles described above. To exercise your right of objection, you must contact YouTube.

g. Contractual or legal obligation

The provision of your personal data is neither legally nor contractually required, nor is it necessary for the conclusion of a contract. You are also not obligated to provide the personal data. However, failure to provide it may result in you not being able to use this function of our website or not being able to use it to its full extent.

h. Further data protection information via link

Further information on terms of use and data protection can be found at:

https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=de#infochoices

9.  Newsletter

On our website, you have the option of subscribing to a free newsletter. When you register for the newsletter, the data you provide in your email will be transmitted to us. No data will be passed on to third parties in connection with data processing for sending newsletters. The data will be used exclusively for sending the newsletter. Legal basis for data processing The legal basis for processing data after the user has registered for the newsletter is Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR, provided the user has given their consent. Purpose of data processing The user's email address is collected to deliver the newsletter. Duration of storage The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. The user's email address will therefore be stored as long as the newsletter subscription is active. Possibility of objection and removal The newsletter subscription can be canceled by the affected user at any time. For this purpose, simply send us an informal email or use the direct unsubscribe link in the newsletter.

We use IONOS as a service provider for sending our newsletter. By registering, you agree that your entered data will be transmitted to IONOS. Please note the IONOS privacy policy and general terms and conditions.

10. Email Contact

Description and scope of data processing: Contact can be made via the provided email address. In this case, the user's personal data transmitted with the email will be stored. The data will not be passed on to third parties in this context. The data will be used exclusively for processing the conversation. Legal basis for data processing: If the user has given their consent, the legal basis for processing the data is Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR. The legal basis for processing the data transmitted when sending an email is Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. If the email contact is aimed at concluding a contract, the additional legal basis for processing is Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR. Purpose of data processing: If contact is made by email, this also constitutes the necessary legitimate interest in processing the data. Duration of storage: The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer required to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. For personal data sent via email, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the matter in question has been conclusively clarified. Possibility of objection and removal: The user has the option of revoking their consent to the processing of personal data at any time. If the user contacts us via email, they can object to the storage of their personal data at any time. In such a case, the conversation cannot be continued. In this case, all personal data stored during the contact process will be deleted.

11. Rights of the data subject

If your personal data is processed, you are a data subject within the meaning of the GDPR and you have the following rights vis-à-vis the controller: Right of information You can request confirmation from the controller as to whether personal data concerning you is being processed by us. If such processing takes place, you can request information from the controller about the following information: (1) the purposes for which the personal data are processed; (2) the categories of personal data being processed; (3) the recipients or categories of recipients to whom the personal data concerning you have been or will be disclosed; (4) the planned duration of storage of the personal data concerning you or, if specific information is not available, criteria for determining the storage period; (5) the existence of a right to rectification or erasure of the personal data concerning you, a right to restriction of processing by the controller or a right to object to such processing; (6) the existence of a right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority; (7) all available information about the origin of the data if the personal data are not held by the data subject person;(8) the existence of automated decision-making, including profiling, pursuant to Art. 22 (1) and (4) GDPR and – at least in these cases – meaningful information about the logic involved, as well as the significance and intended effects of such processing for the data subject.You have the right to request information about whether the personal data concerning you will be transferred to a third country or to an international organization. In this context, you can request to be informed about the appropriate guarantees pursuant to Art. 46 GDPR in connection with the transfer.Right to rectificationYou have the right to have the personal data concerning you rectified and/or completed by the controller if the personal data processed are incorrect or incomplete. The controller must carry out the rectification immediately.Right to restriction of processingYou may request the restriction of the processing of your personal data under the following conditions:(1) if you contest the accuracy of the personal data concerning you for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the personal data;(2) the processing is unlawful and you refuse to delete the personal data and instead request the restriction of their use;(3) the controller no longer needs the personal data for the purposes of the processing, but you require them to assert, exercise or defend legal claims, or(4) if you have objected to the processing pursuant to Art. 21 (1) GDPR and it has not yet been determined whether the legitimate reasons of the controller outweigh your reasons.If the processing of your personal data has been restricted, these data – apart from their storage – may only be processed with your consent or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims or to protect the rights of another natural or legal person or for reasons of important public interest. interest of the Union or a Member State. If the restriction of processing has been restricted in accordance with the above-mentioned requirements, you will be informed by the controller before the restriction is lifted. Right to erasure a) Obligation to erase the personal data concerning you immediately, and the controller is obliged to erase this data immediately if one of the following reasons applies: (1) The personal data concerning you are no longer necessary for the purposes for which they were collected or otherwise processed. (2) You withdraw your consent on which the processing was based pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (a) or Art. 9 (2) (a) GDPR, and there is no other legal basis for the processing. (3) You object to the processing pursuant to Art. 21 (1) GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate reasons for the processing, or you object to the processing pursuant to Art. 21 (2) GDPR. (4) The personal data concerning you have been processed unlawfully. (5) The erasure of personal data concerning you is necessary to fulfill a legal obligation under Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject.(6) The personal data concerning you were collected in relation to information society services offered pursuant to Art. 8 (1) GDPR.Information to third partiesIf the controller has made the personal data concerning you public and is obliged to erase them pursuant to Art. 17 (1) GDPR, the controller shall take appropriate measures, including technical ones, taking into account the available technology and the implementation costs, to inform data controllers which process the personal data that you, as the data subject, have requested the erasure by such controllers of all links to these personal data or of copies or replications of these personal data.ExceptionsThe right to erasure shall not apply if the processing is necessary(1) for exercising the right to freedom of expression and information;(2) for compliance with a legal obligation requiring processing under Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject or for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller; (3) for reasons of public interest in the area of public health pursuant to Art. 9 (2) (h) and (i) and Art. 9 (3) GDPR; (4) for archiving purposes in the public interest, scientific or historical research purposes or statistical purposes pursuant to Art. 89 (1) GDPR, insofar as the right referred to in section a) is likely to make the realization of the objectives of this processing impossible or seriously compromises it, or (5) for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims. Right to information If you have asserted the right to rectification, erasure or restriction of processing vis-à-vis the controller, the controller is obliged to inform all recipients to whom the personal data concerning you have been disclosed of this rectification or erasure of the data or restriction of processing, unless doing so proves impossible or involves disproportionate effort. You have the right to be informed by the controller about these recipients. Right to data portability You have the Right to receive the personal data concerning you, which you have provided to the controller, in a structured, common and machine-readable format. Furthermore, you have the right to transmit this data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to whom the personal data was provided, provided that (1) the processing is based on consent pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR or Art. 9 (2) (a) GDPR or on a contract pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR and (2) the processing is carried out using automated procedures. In exercising this right, you also have the right to have the personal data concerning you transmitted directly from one controller to another, where technically feasible. The freedoms and rights of other persons must not be impaired. The right to data portability does not apply to the processing of personal data that is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller. Right of objection You have the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you which is carried out on the basis of Art. 6 (1) (e) or (f) GDPR, for reasons arising from your particular situation; this also applies to profiling based on these provisions. The controller will no longer process the personal data concerning you unless they can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which outweigh your interests, rights and freedoms, or the processing serves to assert, exercise or defend legal claims. If the personal data concerning you are processed in order to conduct direct advertising, you have the right to object at any time to the processing of personal data concerning you for the purpose of such advertising; This also applies to profiling insofar as it is related to such direct advertising. If you object to processing for direct marketing purposes, the personal data concerning you will no longer be processed for these purposes. In connection with the use of information society services, you have the option of exercising your right of objection by means of automated procedures that use technical specifications, notwithstanding Directive 2002/58/EC. Right to withdraw your consent to data protection You have the right to withdraw your consent to data protection at any time. The withdrawal of consent does not affect the legality of the processing carried out on the basis of the consent up to the time of withdrawal. Automated decision in individual cases, including profiling You have the right not to be subjected to a decision based exclusively on automated processing – including profiling – that has legal consequences for you or significantly affects you in a similar way. This shall not apply if the decision (1) is necessary for entering into or fulfilling a contract between you and the controller, (2) is permitted by Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject, and this law contains appropriate measures to safeguard your rights and freedoms as well as your legitimate interests, or (3) is made with your explicit consent. However, these decisions may not be based on special categories of personal data pursuant to Art. 9 (1) GDPR, unless Art. 9 (2) (a) or (g) GDPR applies and appropriate measures to protect your rights and freedoms as well as your legitimate interests have been taken. With regard to the cases referred to in (1) and (3), the controller shall take appropriate measures to safeguard your rights and freedoms as well as your legitimate interests, including at least the right to obtain human intervention on the part of the controller, to express your point of view and to contest the decision. Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority Without prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy, you have the right You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the Member State of your residence, place of work or place of the alleged infringement, if you believe that the processing of personal data concerning you infringes the GDPR. The supervisory authority to which the complaint was submitted shall inform the complainant of the status and outcome of the complaint, including the possibility of a judicial remedy pursuant to Art. 78 GDPR.

12. Objection to advertising emails

The use of contact information published in accordance with the imprint obligation to send unsolicited advertising and information materials is hereby prohibited. The operators of the website expressly reserve the right to take legal action in the event of unsolicited advertising information being sent, for example, through spam emails. The use of contact information published in accordance with the imprint obligation to send unsolicited advertising and information materials is hereby prohibited. The operators of the website expressly reserve the right to take legal action in the event of unsolicited advertising information being sent, for example, through spam emails.

Disclaimer

The use of contact data published in accordance with the imprint obligation to send unsolicited advertising and information materials is hereby prohibited. The operators of the website expressly reserve the right to take legal action in the event of the unsolicited sending of advertising information, for example, through spam emails.

13. Disclaimer for external links

In its judgment of May 12, 1998 - 312 O 85/98 - "Liability for Links," the Hamburg Regional Court (LG) ruled that by providing a link, one may be held jointly responsible for the content of the linked page. According to the LG, this can only be prevented by expressly distancing oneself from such content. The operators of this website hereby expressly distance themselves from all content included in the page. Disclaimer

The use of contact data published in the context of the imprint obligation to send unsolicited advertising and information materials is hereby prohibited. The operators of the pages expressly reserve the right to take legal action in the event of unsolicited advertising information being sent, for example through spam emails. The operators of these pages do not claim ownership of such content. "The operator of a website is only responsible for third-party content according to Section 5 Paragraph 2 of the Teleservices Act (TDG) / MDStV if they are aware of it and if blocking these offers is technically possible and reasonable." Should links inadvertently refer to pages with illegal, dubious content, or defamatory statements, Kulturserver gGmbH expressly, clearly, and seriously distances itself from the content of these third-party pages. Should we become aware that illegal content can be accessed via a link, we will immediately block the reference on our homepage. This disclaimer also expressly applies to the content of homepages or web business cards created on the culture server by registered members. The personal data entered during registration will not be passed on to third parties. Bismarckstraße 15, 58762 Altena, Tel.: 49 2352 966-7066