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Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026
1. General Information
Connectors e.V. respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, and protect personal information when visitors use our website and interact with our online services.
We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable German data protection regulations.
2. Data Controller
The organization responsible for data processing is:
Connectors e.V.
75248 Ölbronn-Dürrn
Germany
Email: info@weconnectors.org
Registered association (eingetragener Verein) in Germany
Register court: Amtsgericht Mannheim
Registration number: VR 704597
3. Collection and Processing of Personal Data
We collect personal data only when necessary and when you voluntarily provide it to us.
This may include:
- name and surname
- email address
- organization or professional affiliation
- information submitted through messages, forms, or applications
Personal data may be collected when you:
- contact us by email
- communicate with Connectors e.V.
- apply for membership
- participate in our activities, projects, or events
4. Purpose of Processing
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- responding to inquiries and communication
- managing cooperation with partners and participants
- reviewing and managing membership applications
- organizing educational activities, projects, and events
- improving our communication and organizational work
- fulfilling legal or administrative requirements
Connectors e.V. does not sell personal data or use it for commercial purposes.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed based on:
- Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR — your consent when you voluntarily provide information
- Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR — communication or cooperation related to participation, membership, or agreements
- Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR — legitimate interest in maintaining our website, communication, and organizational activities
6. Website Hosting and Technical Data
When visiting our website, technical information may automatically be processed to ensure secure and reliable website operation.
This may include:
- IP address
- browser type and version
- date and time of access
- visited pages
This information is used for website security, technical maintenance, and improvement.
7. Cookies
Our website may use cookies necessary for basic website functionality.
If additional cookies, analytics tools, or third-party tracking services are introduced, visitors will be informed and consent will be requested where legally required.
8. External Links and Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to external websites, platforms, partner organizations, or online services.
When you leave the Connectors e.V. website, the data protection policies of the respective external providers apply.
Connectors e.V. is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites.
9. Donations through External Platforms
Our website may provide links to external donation platforms where visitors can support the work of Connectors e.V.
When using a donation link, visitors are redirected to an external service provider.
Personal data related to donations, including payment details, is processed by the respective donation platform according to its own privacy policy.
Connectors e.V. does not collect, process, or store payment information directly through this website.
10. Membership Applications (Google Forms)
Visitors interested in becoming members of Connectors e.V. may access an external membership application form provided through Google Forms.
Information submitted through the membership form may include:
- name and surname
- email address
- professional background or organization
- motivation for membership
- other information voluntarily provided by the applicant
This information is used only for:
- reviewing membership applications
- communicating with applicants
- managing Connectors e.V. membership
Google Forms is a service provided by Google. When using Google Forms, data may also be processed by Google according to its own privacy policies.
Access to membership application information is limited to authorized representatives of Connectors e.V.
11. Data Storage
We store personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable laws.
12. Your Rights under GDPR
You have the right to:
- request access to your personal data
- request correction of incorrect data
- request deletion of your data
- restrict processing
- object to processing
- withdraw consent
- request data portability
To exercise your rights, please contact:
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a competent data protection authority.
13. Updates to This Privacy Policy
Connectors e.V. may update this Privacy Policy when necessary due to changes in our website, activities, or legal requirements.