Privacy policy.

PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy/Terms of Use

Information on Data Protection and Data Security at White Cube Living

1. Introduction
This privacy policy applies to the websites of White Cube Living (hereinafter referred to as "WCL"). Other privacy policies may apply to servers and websites operated by third parties.

WCL takes the protection of personal data very seriously. Therefore, we inform users of our online services about which data is stored and how it is used. Data protection regulations require us to handle user data responsibly and for specific purposes. We will not use your data for purposes other than those specified.

WCL is subject to the provisions of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG), and the Telemedia Act (TMG). Appropriate technical and organizational measures have been implemented to ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

2. Data Controller
Thomas Kammerer
Eggentaler Strasse 5
85778 Haimhausen

Email: contact@w-cube.org

Further information is available in the legal notice ("Impressum").

3. Data Protection Officer
For questions regarding data protection and this privacy policy, you may contact WCL's data protection officer:

Thomas Kammerer
Eggentaler Strasse 5
85778 Haimhausen

Email: contact@w-cube-living.org

4. Handling Personal Data
Personal data refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (the "data subject"). A natural person is considered identifiable if they can be identified directly or indirectly, particularly by reference to identifiers such as a name, an identification number, location data, online identifiers, or one or more specific characteristics.

5. Collected Data, Purpose of Processing, and Legal Basis
Whenever users access a WCL webpage or retrieve a file, data about this action is saved in a log file. Depending on the access protocol used, the log data may include:

  • IP address of the requesting computer

  • Name of the requested file

  • Date and time of the request

  • Access methods/functions requested by the computer

  • Access status of the web server

  • URL from which the file was requested

  • Operating system and browser type/browser settings

No user profiles are created by linking IP addresses with personal data unless explicitly stated otherwise in this privacy policy.

The stored data is used exclusively to identify and trace unauthorized access attempts to the web server and for statistical analyses, such as visitor numbers and page popularity. Only authorized WCL personnel evaluate this data.

The legal basis for processing your personal data is our legal obligations under Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR and our legitimate interest in improving our offerings under Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

6. Use of Cookies
During your visit to our website, we use cookies—small text files stored by our web application on your computer to recognize your browser. Most internet browsers are set to accept cookies automatically. However, you can deactivate this feature or set your browser to notify you when cookies are used.

  • Permanent Cookies: Stored on your computer for one month, allowing a more comfortable user experience on our site and enabling us to display personalized content.

  • Session Cookies: Stored only for the duration of your browser session to ensure uninterrupted service.

Cookies do not personally identify you. If you do not wish to allow permanent or session cookies, you can disable them in your browser settings. Instructions are available in your browser's help menu.

7. Contact/Comment Forms
Personal data submitted through website forms are transmitted to WCL. Data provided through the comment function will be displayed on the website with the name entered.

Submitted data is transmitted securely and encrypted using TLS (indicated by "https://" in the browser's address bar and a lock icon). This protocol ensures secure transmission from the user's computer to our server.

Legal bases for processing personal data:

  • Comment Function: Your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

  • Contact Forms: Performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures under Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.

8. Automated Decision-Making/Profiling
No automated decision-making or profiling is conducted.

9. Bing Ads
We use Bing Ads Conversion Tracking from Microsoft Corporation. A cookie is stored on your computer if you accessed our site via a Bing Ads ad. It helps determine whether specific actions (e.g., reaching a target page) occurred. No personal information is shared.

For more information and opt-out options:
Microsoft Privacy Statement

Legal basis: Your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

10. Facebook Plugins
Our website uses plugins from Facebook (Meta Platforms, Inc.). When visiting a page with these plugins, data such as your IP address and the time of access may be shared with Facebook. If logged into Facebook, this information may be linked to your account.

More details: Facebook Privacy Policy

Legal basis: Your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

11. Google Ads with Conversion Tracking
We use Google Ads Conversion Tracking to analyze ad effectiveness. Cookies are used but do not personally identify users. You can disable cookies via browser settings.

Details: Google Privacy Policy

Legal basis: Your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

12. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. IP anonymization is activated to protect user privacy. Data may be stored in the U.S. by Google.

Details: Google Analytics Terms

Legal basis: Your consent under Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR.

Last Updated: March 2021