Privacy policy
Jewish Life in Europe e.V.
We are very delighted that you have shown interest in our organization. Data protection is of a particularly high priority for the management of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V.. The use of the Internet pages of the Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. is possible without any indication of personal data; however, if a data subject wants to use special enterprise services via our website, processing of personal data could become necessary. However, if a person concerned wishes to make use of special services of our association via our website, it may be necessary to process personal data. If the processing of personal data is necessary and there is no legal basis for such processing, we generally obtain the consent of the data subject.
The processing of personal data, such as the name, address, e-mail address, or telephone number of a data subject shall always be in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and in accordance with the country-specific data protection regulations applicable to the Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V.. By means of this data protection declaration, our association would like to inform the public about the type, scope and purpose of the personal data collected, used and processed by us. Furthermore, data subjects are informed of their rights by means of this data protection declaration.
As the controller, Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. has implemented numerous technical and organizational measures to ensure the most complete protection of personal data processed through this website. Nevertheless, Internet-based data transmissions can generally have security gaps, so that absolute protection cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, every data subject is free to transmit personal data to us by alternative means, for example by telephone.
- Definitions
The data protection declaration of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. is based on the terms used by the European legislator for the adoption of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our privacy policy should be easy to read and understand for the public as well as for our customers and business partners. To ensure this, we would like to explain the terms used in advance.
We use the following terms, among others, in this privacy policy:
a) Personal data
Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (hereinafter referred to as “data subject”). An identifiable natural person is one who can be identified, directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identifier such as a name, an identification number, location data, an online identifier or to one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity of that natural person.
b) Person concerned
Data subject is any identified or identifiable natural person whose personal data is processed by the controller responsible for the processing.
c) Processing
Processing is any operation or set of operations which is performed on personal data or on sets of personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure or destruction.
d) Restriction of processing
Restriction of processing is the marking of stored personal data with the aim of restricting its future processing.
e) Profiling
Profiling means any form of automated processing of personal data consisting of the use of personal data to evaluate certain personal aspects relating to a natural person, in particular to analyze or predict aspects concerning that natural person’s performance at work, economic situation, health, personal preferences, interests, reliability, behavior, location or movements.
f) Pseudonymization
Pseudonymization is the processing of personal data in such a manner that the personal data can no longer be attributed to a specific data subject without the use of additional information, provided that such additional information is kept separately and is subject to technical and organizational measures to ensure that the personal data are not attributed to an identified or identifiable natural person.
g) Controller or controller responsible for the processing
Controller or controller responsible for the processing is the natural or legal person, public authority, agency or other body which, alone or jointly with others, determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data. Where the purposes and means of such processing are determined by Union or Member State law, the controller or the specific criteria for its nomination may be provided for by Union or Member State law.
h) Processor
Processor is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency or other body which processes personal data on behalf of the controller.
i) Recipient
Recipient is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency or another body, to which the personal data are disclosed, whether a third party or not. However, public authorities which may receive personal data in the framework of a particular inquiry in accordance with Union or Member State law shall not be regarded as recipients.
j) Third party
Third party is a natural or legal person, public authority, agency or body other than the data subject, controller, processor and persons who, under the direct authority of the controller or processor, are authorized to process personal data.
k) Consent
Consent is any freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous indication of the data subject’s wishes by which he or she, by a statement or by a clear affirmative action, signifies agreement to the processing of personal data relating to him or her.
2. name and address of the controller
The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation, other data protection laws applicable in the Member States of the European Union and other provisions of a data protection nature is
Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V.
c/o Synagogen-Gemeinde Köln, Ottostraße 85
50823 Köln
Germany
E-mail: info@JEWLIF.com
Website: www.JEWLIF.de
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Internet pages of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. use cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are text files that are placed and stored on a computer system via an Internet browser.
Many websites and servers use cookies. Cookies often contain a unique identifier called a cookie ID. This consists of a string of characters that allows websites and servers to recognize the specific browser where the cookie was stored. This enables visited websites and servers to distinguish an individual user’s browser from others that contain different cookies.
Through the use of cookies and similar technologies, Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. can provide users of this website with more user-friendly services. For example, we can:
- Remember user preferences and settings
- Maintain login information for registered users
- Analyze how our website is used to improve its functionality
Cookies allow us to optimize the information and offers on our website for the benefit of our users. They enable us to recognize returning visitors to our website, making navigation easier and more efficient. For instance, users don’t need to re-enter access data each time they visit, as this information is stored in the cookie on their computer system. Another common use is for online shopping carts, where cookies remember items a customer has selected as they browse.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly.
- Functional cookies: These remember your preferences and enhance your experience.
- Analytical cookies: These help us understand how visitors use our site, allowing us to improve it.
Our website also uses third-party cookies.
You can prevent our website from setting cookies at any time by adjusting your Internet browser settings. This will permanently object to the setting of cookies. You can also delete existing cookies through your browser or other software programs. These options are available in all common Internet browsers.
Additionally, we offer a cookie management tool on our website where you can easily control your preferences. Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may be limited or not fully functional.
4. Collection of General Data and Information
The website of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. collects general data and information when accessed by a data subject or automated system. This information is stored in server log files and includes:
- Browser types and versions used
- Operating system of the accessing device
- Referring website (the site from which our website was accessed)
- Sub-pages visited on our website
- Date and time of access
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Internet Service Provider (ISP) of the accessing system
- Other similar data relevant to system security
Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. does not use this data to draw conclusions about individual data subjects. Instead, this information is necessary to:
- Correctly deliver website content
- Optimize website content and advertising
- Ensure long-term viability of our IT systems and website technology
- Provide necessary information to law enforcement authorities in case of a cyber-attack
Our association analyzes this anonymously collected data statistically to enhance data protection and security, ensuring optimal protection of processed personal data. The anonymous server logs file data is stored separately from all personal data provided by data subjects.
5. subscription to Our Newsletter
5.1. Subscription Process
Users of the Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. website can subscribe to our association’s newsletter. The personal data transmitted to the controller is determined by the input mask used for subscription.
5.2. Newsletter Content
Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. regularly informs its customers and business partners about association offers through this newsletter.
5.3. Subscription Requirements
To receive our newsletter, the data subject must:
- Provide a valid e-mail address
- Register for the newsletter
5.4. Double Opt-in Procedure
For legal compliance, we use a double opt-in procedure. After registration, a confirmation e-mail is sent to verify that the owner of the e-mail address has authorized receipt of the newsletter.
5.5. Data Collection During Registration
During newsletter registration, we store:
- The IP address assigned by the Internet Service Provider (ISP)
- The date and time of registration
This data collection helps prevent potential misuse of the data subject’s e-mail address and serves as legal protection for the controller.
5.6. Use of Collected Data
Personal data collected for the newsletter will be used exclusively for sending our newsletter. Subscribers may receive additional e-mails if necessary for the newsletter service operation, such as notifications about changes to the newsletter offer or technical circumstances.
5.7. Third-Party Sharing
The personal data collected for the newsletter service will not be shared with third parties.
5.8. Cancellation and Revocation of Consent
Subscribers can cancel their subscription at any time. Consent for data storage can be revoked at any time. Each newsletter includes a link for revoking consent. Subscribers can also unsubscribe directly on our website or inform the controller through other means.
6. Newsletter Tracking and Analytics
6.1. Use of Tracking Technologies
The newsletter of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. utilizes tracking pixels, which are miniature graphics embedded in HTML-format emails. These enable log file recording and analysis for statistical evaluation of our online marketing campaigns.
6.2. Data Collected Through Tracking
Through these tracking pixels, we may collect information on:
- When an email was opened
- Which links in the email were clicked
6.3. Purpose of Data Collection
We use this data to:
- Optimize newsletter delivery
- Adapt future newsletter content to subscriber interests
6.4. Data Protection and Third-Party Sharing
Personal data collected via tracking pixels is:
- Stored and evaluated by Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V.
- Not shared with third parties
6.5. User Rights and Consent Revocation
Subscribers have the right to:
- Revoke their consent for tracking at any time
- Request deletion of their personal data collected through tracking
To exercise these rights, subscribers can:
- Use the unsubscribe link provided in each newsletter
- Contact us directly through our website or other means
6.6. Opt-Out and Data Deletion
Upon receiving a request to unsubscribe from the newsletter, Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. will:
- Automatically consider it as a revocation of consent for tracking
- Delete the associated personal data
6.7. Privacy Policy Updates
We may update our privacy policy, including this section on newsletter tracking. Subscribers will be notified of any significant changes
7. Contact Possibility via the Website
The website of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. provides information for quick electronic contact with our association, including a general email address. When a data subject contacts the controller by email or via a contact form:
- The personal data transmitted is automatically stored.
- This data is used solely for processing the contact or responding to the data subject.
- The personal data is not shared with third parties.
8. Routine Deletion and Blocking of Personal Data
The controller processes and stores personal data of the data subject only for the period necessary to achieve the purpose of storage, or as required by European or other applicable laws or regulations.
9. Rights of the Data Subject
Data subjects can obtain confirmation from the controller about whether their personal data is being processed.
This includes:
- The purposes of processing
- Categories of personal data processed
- Recipients or categories of recipients of the data
- Planned storage period or criteria for determining it
- Right to rectification, erasure, or restriction of processing
- Right to object to processing
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
- Information about the data’s origin (if not collected from the data subject)
- Information about automated decision-making, including profiling
c) Right to Rectification
d) Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
e) Right to Restriction of Processing
f) Right to Data Portability
Data subjects can request to receive their personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
g) Right to Object
h) Right to Withdraw
If processing is based on consent, data subjects can withdraw their consent at any time.
To exercise these rights, data subjects may contact any employee of the controller at any time.
Each data subject shall have the right granted by the European legislator to obtain from the controller the erasure of personal data concerning him or her without undue delay, and the controller shall have the obligation to erase personal data without undue delay where one of the following grounds applies, as long as the processing is not necessary
- The personal data was collected or otherwise processed for purposes for which it is no longer necessary.
- The data subject withdraws consent on which the processing is based according to point (a) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR, or point (a) of Article 9(2) of the GDPR, and where there is no other legal ground for the processing.
- The data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Art. 21 (1) GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing, or the data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Art. 21 (2) GDPR.
- The personal data was processed unlawfully.
- The deletion of personal data is necessary to fulfill a legal obligation under Union law or the law of the Member States to which the controller is subject.
- The personal data was collected in relation to information society services offered pursuant to Art. 8 (1) GDPR.
If one of the aforementioned reasons applies, and a data subject wishes to request the erasure of personal data stored by Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V., he or she may, at any time, contact any employee of the controller. An employee of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. shall promptly ensure that the erasure request is complied with immediately.
If the personal data have been made public by Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. and if our association is obliged to delete the personal data in accordance with Art. 17 para. 1 DS-GVO, Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. shall take appropriate measures, including technical measures, taking into account the available technology and the implementation costs, to inform other data controllers who process the published personal data that the data subject has requested the deletion of all links to this personal data or of copies or replications of this personal data from these other data controllers, insofar as the processing is not necessary. An employees of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. will arrange the necessary measures in individual cases.
e) Right to restriction of processing
Each data subject shall have the right granted by the European legislator to obtain from the controller restriction of processing where one of the following applies:
- The accuracy of the personal data is contested by the data subject, for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the personal data.
- The processing is unlawful and the data subject opposes the erasure of the personal data and requests the restriction of their use instead.
- The controller no longer needs the personal data for the purposes of the processing, but they are required by the data subject for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.
- The data subject has objected to processing pursuant to Article 21(1) GDPR pending the verification whether the legitimate grounds of the controller override those of the data subject.
If one of the aforementioned conditions is met, and a data subject wishes to request the restriction of the processing of personal data stored by Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V., he or she may at any time contact any employee of the controller. The employee of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. will arrange the restriction of the processing.
f) Right to data portability
Any person affected by the processing of personal data has the right, granted by the European legislator, to receive the personal data concerning him or her, which he or she has provided to a controller, in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format. He or she also has the right to transmit those data to another controller without hindrance from the controller to which the personal data have been provided, where the processing is based on consent pursuant to point (a) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR or point (a) of Article 9(2) of the GDPR or on a contract pursuant to point (b) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR and the processing is carried out by automated means, provided that the processing is not necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller.
Furthermore, in exercising their right to data portability pursuant to Art. 20 (1) GDPR, the data subject has the right to have the personal data transmitted directly from one controller to another, where technically feasible and provided that this does not adversely affect the rights and freedoms of others.
In order to assert the right to data portability, the data subject may at any time contact any employee of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V..
g) Right to object
Any person affected by the processing of personal data has the right granted by the European legislator to object, on grounds relating to his or her particular situation, at any time to processing of personal data concerning him or her which is based on point (e) or (f) of Article 6(1) of the GDPR. This also applies to profiling based on these provisions.
Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. shall no longer process the personal data in the event of the objection, unless we can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override the interests, rights and freedoms of the data subject, or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.
If Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. processes personal data for direct marketing purposes, the data subject shall have the right to object at any time to processing of personal data concerning him or her for such marketing. This also applies to profiling insofar as it is associated with such direct advertising. If the data subject objects to Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. to the processing for direct marketing purposes, Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. will no longer process the personal data for these purposes.
In addition, the data subject has the right, on grounds relating to his or her particular situation, to object to processing of personal data concerning him or her by Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. for scientific or historical research purposes, or for statistical purposes pursuant to Article 89(1) of the GDPR, unless the processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out for reasons of public interest.
In order to exercise the right to object, the data subject may contact any employee of Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V.. In addition, the data subject is free in the context of the use of information society services, and notwithstanding Directive 2002/58/EC, to use his or her right to object by automated means using technical specifications.
h) Automated decisions in individual cases including profiling
Each data subject shall have the right granted by the European legislator not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning him or her, or similarly significantly affects him or her, provided that the decision (1) is not necessary for the conclusion or performance of a contract between the data subject and the controller, or (2) is authorized by Union or Member State law to which the controller is subject and which also lays down suitable measures to safeguard the data subject’s rights and freedoms and legitimate interests, or (3) is based on the data subject’s explicit consent.
If the decision (1) is necessary for entering into, or the performance of, a contract between the data subject and a data controller, or (2) it is based on the data subject’s explicit consent, the Jüdisches Leben in Europa e.V. shall implement suitable measures to safeguard the data subject’s rights and freedoms and legitimate interests, at least the right to obtain human intervention on the part of the controller, to express his or her point of view and contest the decision.
If the data subject wishes to exercise the rights concerning automated individual decision-making, he or she may, at any time, contact any employee of the controller.
i) Right to withdraw consent under data protection law
Any person affected by the processing of personal data has the right granted by the European legislator to withdraw consent to the processing of personal data at any time.
If the data subject wishes to exercise the right to withdraw the consent, he or she may, at any time, contact any employee of the controller.
Data protection for applications and in the application process
The controller collects and processes the personal data of applicants for the purpose of handling the application process. Processing may also be carried out electronically. This is particularly the case if an applicant submits relevant application documents to the controller by electronic means, for example by email or via a web form on the website. If the controller concludes an employment contract with an applicant, the transmitted data will be stored for the purpose of processing the employment relationship in compliance with the statutory provisions. If the controller does not conclude an employment contract with the applicant, the application documents will be automatically deleted two months after notification of the rejection decision, unless deletion conflicts with any other legitimate interests of the controller. Other legitimate interest in this sense is, for example, a burden of proof in proceedings under the General Equal Treatment Act (AGG).
11. legal basis of the processing
Art. 6 I lit. a GDPR serves our association as the legal basis for processing operations for which we obtain consent for a specific processing purpose. If the processing of personal data is necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is party, as is the case, for example, when processing operations are necessary for the supply of goods or to provide any other service or consideration, the processing is based on Art. 6 I lit. b GDPR. The same applies to such processing operations that are necessary to carry out pre-contractual measures, for example in cases of inquiries about our products or services. If our association is subject to a legal obligation which requires the processing of personal data, such as for the fulfillment of tax obligations, the processing is based on Art. 6 I lit. c GDPR. In rare cases, the processing of personal data may become necessary in order to protect the vital interests of the data subject or another natural person. This would be the case, for example, if a visitor were injured in our company and their name, age, health insurance data or other vital information would have to be passed on to a doctor, hospital or other third party. The processing would then be based on Art. 6 I lit. d GDPR. Ultimately, processing operations could be based on Art. 6 I lit. f GDPR. Processing operations that are not covered by any of the aforementioned legal bases are based on this legal basis if the processing is necessary to safeguard a legitimate interest of our association or a third party, provided that the interests, fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject do not prevail. We are permitted to carry out such processing operations in particular because they have been specifically mentioned by the European legislator. In this respect, it took the view that a legitimate interest could be assumed if the data subject is a customer of the controller (Recital 47 Sentence 2 GDPR).
12. Legitimate interests in the processing pursued by the controller or a third party
Where the processing of personal data is based on Article 6 I lit. f GDPR, our legitimate interest is the performance of our business activities for the benefit of the well-being of all our employees and our shareholders.
13. duration for which the personal data is stored
The criterion for the duration of the storage of personal data is the respective statutory retention period. After this period has expired, the corresponding data is routinely deleted, provided that it is no longer required for contract fulfillment or contract initiation.
14. legal or contractual provisions for the provision of personal data; necessity for the conclusion of the contract; obligation of the data subject to provide the personal data; possible consequences of non-provision
We would like to inform you that the provision of personal data is partly required by law (e.g. tax regulations) or may also result from contractual regulations (e.g. information on the contractual partner). Sometimes it may be necessary for a contract to be concluded for a data subject to provide us with personal data that must subsequently be processed by us. For example, the data subject is obliged to provide us with personal data if our association concludes a contract with them. Failure to provide the personal data would mean that the contract with the data subject could not be concluded. Before personal data is provided by the data subject, the data subject must contact one of our employees. Our employee will inform the data subject on a case-by-case basis whether the provision of the personal data is required by law or contract or is necessary for the conclusion of the contract, whether there is an obligation to provide the personal data and what the consequences would be if the personal data were not provided.
15. existence of automated decision-making
As a responsible association, we do not use automated decision-making or profiling.