Privacy Policy
Last updated: [16.12.2024]
Telugu Sangam Austria – Telugu Kultur Verein (hereafter referred to as “Telugu Sangam”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website and those who register as members of our association, including ordinary members, governing body members, and executive committee members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in connection with our website and organizational activities.
1. Scope and Updates
Telugu Sangam may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the date of modification clearly indicated. If the changes are significant, we will notify members by email or through a prominent notice on our website before they take effect.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information directly from you when you register as a member, subscribe to our newsletter, participate in events or surveys, or communicate with us via our website or WhatsApp.
The personal data we may collect includes:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Address, city, state, postal code, country
Usage data (such as IP address, browser type, time spent on pages, and other analytics data)
We may also collect information automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies to understand how visitors use our website and improve user experience.
3. Photos and Videos
During events organized by Telugu Sangam, photos and videos may be captured for documentation and promotional purposes. These may be published on our website, YouTube, Instagram, or shared with media partners.
Members may request the removal of any image or video in which they appear by contacting us at office@telugusangamaustria.at
within 30 days of its publication.
4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data only for legitimate purposes, including:
Managing membership and event participation
Communicating with members about events and updates
Promoting Telugu culture and activities
Improving our website and services
The legal bases for processing your personal data under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) include:
Consent: When you voluntarily provide your data (e.g., during registration).
Contractual necessity: To manage your membership or participation in events.
Legitimate interest: To improve our services, communicate with members, and promote cultural engagement.
Legal obligation: Where we are required to maintain records or comply with Austrian laws.
5. Data Sharing
We may share limited personal information with trusted third parties or service providers (e.g., for website hosting, payment processing, or event management), but only when necessary and with your prior consent where required.
All such partners are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations consistent with the GDPR.
We do not sell or rent personal data to any third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law.
When your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, please note that no electronic transmission or storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights Under GDPR
As a data subject, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Right to Access: You may request a copy of your personal data we hold.
Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
Right to Restrict Processing: You may request limited use of your data.
Right to Data Portability: You may request transfer of your data to another organization.
Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent at any time, without affecting prior lawful processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at office@telugusangamaustria.at.
9. Cookies and Usage Data
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and understand visitor behavior.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.
Usage data collected may include your device’s IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This information is used for analytics and service improvement only.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Telugu Sangam Austria – Telugu Kultur Verein
Email: office@telugusangamaustria.at
Location: Austria