Privacy Policy (Datenschutzerklärung)
Last Updated: June 2026
The Center for Global Dialogue and Cooperation (hereinafter "we", "us", or "CGDC") attaches great importance to protecting your personal data. We process your data exclusively on the basis of the legal provisions, specifically the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR, Regulation EU 2016/679) and the Austrian Data Protection Act (DSG).
In this privacy policy, we inform you about the most important aspects of data processing within the framework of our website cgdc.eu.
1. Controller & Contact
The controller responsible for data processing on this website under the GDPR is:
CGDC (Center for Global Dialogue and Cooperation)
Schwarzenbergstrasse 8 / GL15
A-1010 Vienna
Austria
Email: office@cgdc.eu
2. Data Collection and Processing Purposes
2.1 Server Log Files
When you visit cgdc.eu, the provider of the website hosting automatically collects and stores information in so-called server log files, which your browser transmits to us automatically. This information includes:
IP address of the accessing device
Date and time of the server request
Browser type and browser version
Operating system used
Referrer URL (the page visited immediately beforehand)
This data is temporarily processed to ensure smooth website operation, system security, and network administration. The legal basis for this processing is our legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR. These log files are automatically deleted after a brief period (typically within 7 to 14 days) unless a security incident requires a longer retention period for preservation of evidence.
2.2 Contacting Us
If you contact us via the email addresses provided on our website (e.g., office@cgdc.eu or info@cgdc.eu) or via a contact form, the data you provide (such as your name, email address, phone number, and the content of your inquiry) will be stored and processed by us for the purpose of handling, responding to, and tracking your request.
The legal basis for this processing depends on the nature of the contact:
If it relates to performance or preparation of an association contract/membership: Art. 6 (1) (b) GDPR.
In all other cases (general inquiries, dialogue): Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR, based on our legitimate interest in processing and answering communications efficiently.
Your data will be deleted as soon as your inquiry has been fully resolved and there are no legal or statutory retention obligations (e.g., bookkeeping or association records mandates) requiring further storage.
3. Cookies
Our website may use cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device via your browser. They do not cause any damage.
Essential Cookies: We use technical cookies that are strictly necessary to make our website function safely and correctly. These do not require your prior consent. Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (f) GDPR.
Non-Essential/Analytical Cookies: If we implement tracking, performance, or marketing cookies, we will request your explicit, active consent via a cookie banner before setting them. Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (a) GDPR. You can revoke this consent at any time.
4. Data Sharing and Transfer to Third Countries
We treat your personal data with strict confidentiality. We do not sell your data or pass it on to third parties without your consent.
We utilize specialized service providers (processors under Art. 28 GDPR) to run and maintain this website (such as web hosting providers, IT infrastructure partners, or email system operators). These partners are bound by strict contractual data protection duties and are located within the EU/EEA wherever possible. If data must be transferred to a third country outside the EU/EEA without an adequacy decision by the EU Commission, it will be protected via Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
5. Your Rights
Under the provisions of the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data processed by us:
Right of Access (Art. 15 GDPR): The right to find out what data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): The right to request correction of inaccurate data.
Right to Erasure / "Right to be Forgotten" (Art. 17 GDPR): The right to have data deleted if the storage is no longer legally justified.
Right to Restriction of Processing (Art. 18 GDPR): The right to limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): The right to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): The right to object to data processing based on our legitimate interests.
If you have granted consent for any data processing, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time with future effect by emailing office@cgdc.eu.
6. Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe that the processing of your data violates data protection law or that your data protection rights have been violated in any other way, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. In Austria, this is the Data Protection Authority:
Österreichische Datenschutzbehörde
Barichgasse 40-42
1030 Vienna
Austria
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