Privacy Policy

Introduction

This privacy policy explains how Arte Capoeira Brasilianische Kultur e. V. ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit our website and use our services, including courses and events.

1. Data Controller Contact Information

The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:

Arte Capoeira Brasilianische Kultur e. V.

Postfach 2 13 28
10125 Berlin
Germany

Email: privacy@artecapoeiraberlin.com

2. Data We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal data when you:

Visit our website
Register for courses or events
Contact us
Subscribe to newsletters or marketing communications

Types of data collected:

Name and contact information
IP address and browser information
Usage data (page views, time spent)
Payment and transaction details (when applicable)
Administrative data related to course participation and membership

Note for Parents and Guardians: If you are a parent or legal guardian registering a child under the age of 16 for an event or course, you are responsible for accepting this Privacy Policy on behalf of the child. Where applicable, we may request confirmation that you hold parental responsibility. Parents and guardians may review, modify, or request the deletion of their child’s personal data at any time by contacting us.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

Performance of a contract (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR)
Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) for marketing and non-essential cookies
Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR), which include:
- Ensuring the security and functionality of our website and services
- Preventing fraud and abuse
- Facilitating efficient administrative processes within our organization
Legal obligations (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR)

4. Purposes of Data Processing

Your personal data is used to:

Provide and manage courses, events, and services
Process payments
Send newsletters and marketing (with your consent)
Improve website performance
Ensure security and prevent fraud
Administer membership records and internal organizational tasks

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies. A cookie banner is provided to obtain your consent before non-essential cookies are set. You may:

Accept all cookies
Customize cookie preferences
Reject non-essential cookies

Cookies are categorized as:

Necessary (essential for website functionality)
Preferences (remembering your settings)
Statistics (anonymous analytics)
Marketing (advertising and tracking)

You may withdraw your consent at any time by accessing the cookie banner on our website.

6. Data Sharing and International Transfers

Your data may be processed by third-party services, including:

Wix.com (website hosting and platform provider), based outside the EU
EasyVerein (membership management and administrative tool)
Google (email and cloud storage for administrative purposes, advertising services)
Meta (advertising services)

When transferring data internationally, we rely on:

Adequacy decisions or
Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure appropriate safeguards

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data:

As long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy
As required by law (e.g. tax regulations)
Until consent is withdrawn (for marketing communications)

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

Access your data
Correct inaccurate data
Erase your data (right to be forgotten)
Restrict processing
Object to processing (including direct marketing)
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you can lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority:

Berliner Beauftragte für Datenschutz und Informationsfreiheit
https://www.datenschutz-berlin.de/

Parents and legal guardians may exercise these rights on behalf of their children.

9. Data Security

Your personal data is stored securely on Wix.com servers, EasyVerein, and Google Workspace, protected by firewalls and encryption. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data.

10. Updates to this Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

11. Contact for Privacy Matters

For any questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@artecapoeiraberlin.com
Postal address: