Privacy Policy
FDZ Culture and History gGmbH
Leipziger Platz 15, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Last updated: 3rd June 2025
1. Name and Contact of the Data Controller
The data controller in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other national data protection laws of the member states as well as other data protection regulations is:
FDZ Culture and History gGmbH
Leipziger Platz 15, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Email: [email protected]
Commercial Register: HRB 273663 B, Amtsgericht Berlin (Charlottenburg)
2. Data Protection Officer
The contact details of the Data Protection Officer:
Filipp Dzyadko
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +49 30 258 94079
3. General Information on Data Processing
We process personal data of our users only insofar as this is necessary to provide a functional website and our content and services. The processing of personal data only takes place regularly with the consent of the user or where permitted by legal regulations.
4. Data We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect the following categories of personal data:
- Contact data (e.g., name, address, phone number, email)
- Communication data (e.g., content of emails or web forms)
- Website usage data (e.g., IP address, browser type, access times, pages viewed)
- Event participation data, if you attend our events (e.g., registration details)
5. Purposes of Processing
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our website
- To communicate with users and respond to inquiries
- To organize and manage cultural or historical events and programs
- To fulfil our statutory obligations as an NGO
6. Legal Basis for Processing
Your personal data is processed based on the following legal grounds:
- Art. 6(1) (a) GDPR — Consent
- Art. 6(1) (b) GDPR — Performance of a contract
- Art. 6(1)© GDPR — Legal obligation
- Art. 6(1) (f) GDPR — Legitimate interest
7. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your data. Data may be shared with third parties only when:
- It is necessary for service provision (e.g., event software, website hosting)
- There is a legal obligation to do so
- You have given your explicit consent
All third-party providers are GDPR-compliant and are bound by contractual data protection agreements.
8. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies to enhance website functionality and gather analytics to improve user experience. You may manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.
If we use Google Analytics or similar services, we will obtain your explicit consent and provide a separate Cookie Policy detailing the use.
9. Storage Duration
We store personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or as required by law. Data no longer required will be deleted in accordance with legal requirements.
10. Your Rights
You have the following rights under the GDPR:
- Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)
- Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
- Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
- Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
- Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
- Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR)
To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]
11. Data Security
We implement technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, misuse, loss, or destruction.
12. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or in our services. The latest version will always be available on our website.
FDZ Culture and History gGmbH
Leipziger Platz 15, 10117 Berlin, Germany
https://fdz.world
HRB 273663 B — Amtsgericht Berlin (Charlottenburg)