Please note: Only the German conditions of participation and data protection regulations apply.
Following is an automatic translation.

Rules

Below, you will find the rules for the SMS group Scavenger Hunt. Please note that these are NOT the participation terms. Those are listed separately and must be accepted in order to participate. Make sure to carefully read both.

How is the game played?
Together with other teams, we’ll be sending you on a (digital) adventure from October 9th to 11th, 2024. Alongside your teammates, you can select from a long list of possible tasks. These tasks award varying amounts of points and can be accessed through the „Scavenger Hunt DE“ app. To prove a task has been completed, you upload pictures, videos, and texts to the app or use GPS to confirm your location. Submitted tasks are marked yellow, and evaluated tasks are marked green in the app. Filters, the favorites function, and the search option provide a full overview of the tasks still awaiting completion. You’ll find the filters and the search function above the task list.

Data Protection
Pictures and videos uploaded to the app will not be made public if you don’t wish them to be. Simply click the „Do Not Publish“ button located with each task. Images marked this way will not be shown during the award ceremony either. They will only be seen by our game masters and then deleted.

Task Types
Each task is categorized into a specific task type:
Tasks marked „Photo“ require a photo from you. „Video“ tasks, accordingly, require a video. For „Text“ tasks, you can input a text response. For tasks labeled „GPS,“ you will need to visit a specific location to complete the task.

If there’s a discrepancy between the information in the app and the task description (e.g., if the task type is listed as „Video,“ but the text says „take a photo“), the information in the app ALWAYS takes precedence over the task description. Multiple photos can be uploaded. You may also include additional images when submitting video or text tasks, but the required medium will be the one evaluated. If you want to provide additional information regarding a task, you can write a short comment and submit it with the task.
Additionally, each task will indicate how many points you can earn.

Points
The number of points per task has been determined with great precision (see here: Youtube) and is final. Complaints such as „X is more effort than Y but earns fewer points“ cannot be considered. The jury reserves the right to adjust points, either by deducting or awarding bonus points, if tasks are completed particularly poorly or exceptionally well.

In the normal course of things, provided the task isn’t completed entirely wrong or contrary to instructions, participants will be awarded the full points for that task. Exceptional creativity is always rewarded with bonus points. So, it’s worth taking the time to read the task descriptions carefully and put effort into your solutions. On the other hand, if you rush through tasks with minimal effort, you will likely earn fewer points. It’s not necessarily the team that completes the most tasks that wins.

Participants will not see how many points they’ve earned (in total or for individual tasks) during the event. This is designed to keep the suspense high and avoid demotivating teams that start later. The points of the top teams will be revealed at the end of the event.

To provide an incentive to earn bonus points, there is one way to see how individual tasks have been scored: Once a submitted task has been evaluated, it will be marked green in the task list. In the task’s detail view, participants will find one of three smiley faces.

A thoughtful smiley indicates that the task was either not completed correctly (which is rare) OR that the task was completed correctly, but points were deducted for using hints in the puzzle tasks.
A smiling face indicates that the team has earned full points. Finally, the bonus points smiley—laughing with tears—shows that your extra efforts have paid off and you’ve received bonus points for that task!

Contact
If anything is unclear or you have questions regarding the event, feel free to reach out to us via email at (Support@Scavengerhunt.de). We’ll respond as quickly as possible.

Terms for participation

By registering for and participating in the SMS group Scavenger Hunt (hereinafter referred to as „Event“), participants accept the following General Terms of Participation. The organizer and operator of the „Scavenger Hunt DE“ app is Scavenger Hunt GbR, Siekerstraße 4, 33602 Bielefeld (hereinafter referred to as „Organizer“ or „Scavenger Hunt Germany“).

1. How the Event Works

By participating in the Scavenger Hunt, every participant unconditionally accepts these official terms of participation and agrees with the decisions of the Organizer and the app operator, which are legally binding in every respect.

Scavenger Hunt is best translated as a „treasure hunt.“ The event period begins on October 9, 2024, at 07:00 (Berlin time) and ends on October 11 at 17:00 (Berlin time). Participation is in teams of up to 5 people. At the start of the specified period, a list of various tasks is released, each offering a different number of points. The tasks are a diverse mix of puzzles, crafts, searches, physical tasks, and many more. Participants can choose which tasks they want to complete and how they want to approach them. Proof of task completion is submitted through the „Scavenger Hunt DE“ app (hereinafter referred to as „App“), which is free to download and available for Android and iOS. Participants upload image or video files, enter their solutions in text fields, or allow themselves to be located via GPS. The team with the most points at the end wins.

Each participant may only participate in the event once. Participation is free of charge and not linked to the purchase of goods or services. Purchasing something does not improve the chances of winning. There may be multiple winners.

Registration is done through the App. To do so, a participant selects the corresponding Scavenger Hunt in the app. At this point, the terms of participation and the notice „by proceeding, you accept the following terms of participation“ are displayed. Participation in the Scavenger Hunt is only possible if the terms of participation are accepted. The participant can then create their user account. They enter a (nick)name and can optionally set a password, allowing them to log in to their account on another or a new phone. The participant must then select a team: They can either join an existing team (which requires a password) or create a new team by choosing a team name and password. This password can be shared with their team members, allowing them to join the team. The participant is now registered and can access the tasks once they are unlocked. The terms of participation can be accessed at any time in the app menu.

The event proceeds as follows:

  1. On October 9, 2024, at 22:00, the tasks are unlocked, and the event begins. Participants have two hours to complete tasks and collect points.
  2. On October 11, 2024, at 13:00, the Hunt ends, and participants can no longer submit tasks.
  3. The evaluation takes place immediately after the Hunt, usually within minutes.
  4. The winning teams are announced immediately afterward.
  5. An awards ceremony will be held, during which some photos and videos will be viewed.

2. Eligibility

Only individuals of legal age who are permanent residents of Germany are eligible to participate. The Organizer may require proof of age via an official identification document. Excluded from participation are legal representatives and employees of Scavenger Hunt GbR, the sponsors, and their parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, distributors, retailers, sales representatives, advertising and promotion agencies (collectively the „Advertisers“), and any other individuals involved in the execution of the event. This also applies to the immediate family members of the aforementioned individuals and/or persons living in the same household as them. Final eligibility for awarding a prize is at the Organizer’s discretion.

By registering and participating, each participant confirms that they have no health or other conditions that would pose increased risks beyond general life risks while participating.

3. Exclusion of Participants

The Organizer reserves the right to exclude participants who, in the Organizer’s view, are not suitable to participate for health or other reasons (see especially section 2 of these terms), who violate these General Terms of Participation, or who attempt to manipulate the results of the event. In the event of exclusion, prizes may also be revoked and reclaimed retroactively. In such cases, a replacement winner may be determined.

4. Basic Rules

By registering and participating in the event, every participant agrees to adhere to the following basic rules:

  1. Participants are never required to complete specific tasks. If a participant does not feel confident or has reservations about completing certain tasks, they may skip them. Each participant must stay within their physical limits when completing tasks that require physical exertion.
  2. If it is evident from the submissions that reckless or even dangerous behavior was exhibited to complete a task, Scavenger Hunt GbR may, at its discretion, deduct points or exclude the participant. Participants are advised not to put themselves in danger to earn more points. Such behavior is neither tolerated nor rewarded by the Organizer or Scavenger Hunt GbR.
  3. When visiting specific locations or facilities to complete tasks, participants must comply with local house rules and terms of use.
  4. No criminal offenses or administrative violations may be committed to complete the tasks.
  5. Offensive, racist, defamatory, sexist, violent, or trademark/copyright-violating team names may not be used.
  6. Offensive, racist, defamatory, sexist, violent, or trademark/copyright-violating actions are not permitted during the Scavenger Hunt.
  7. Taking pictures of strangers, especially children, without their consent is not allowed.
  8. Participants must be polite and courteous to others.

5. Evaluation and Prizes

The submissions of participants will be evaluated as follows:

  1. During the Scavenger Hunt, submissions will be evaluated to determine how many tasks the participants have completed correctly.
  2. Each correctly completed task earns pre-defined points, which participants can view at any time in the app. Particularly creative submissions will be rewarded with bonus points. The amount of bonus points is at the discretion of Scavenger Hunt GbR.
  3. The awarded points are totaled and then converted into an overall score.
  4. The team with the highest overall score wins. The second and third-highest scores are also determined.
  5. In the event of a tie, the winner will be determined by a random draw.

    If there are prizes, they will be awarded by SMS group.

    Prizes are non-transferable or exchangeable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Legal recourse is excluded. Winners are responsible for any applicable taxes on the prizes. If the prize cannot be awarded due to reasons beyond SMS group’s control, SMS group reserves the right to provide a substitute of equal or greater value.

    If the actual value of the prize is less than the stated retail value, the difference will not be paid in cash. SMS group makes no representations or warranties regarding the appearance, safety, or quality of the awarded prizes. SMS group does not replace lost or stolen prizes. Prizes will only be shipped to addresses in Germany. Failure to comply with the official rules results in the forfeiture of the prize.

    The prizes are provided by SMS group. Apple is not associated with this event and does not act as a sponsor.

    6. Data Protection

    For participation in the event and use of the app, the data protection provisions of the app operator, Scavenger Hunt GbR, apply. These must be accepted during registration in the app and can be accessed via the following link: https://scavengerhunt.de/datenschutzerklaerung/.

    7. Limited Liability of the Organizer and Scavenger Hunt GbR

    The organizer and the operator of the app, Scavenger Hunt GbR, are not responsible for inaccurate or faulty information, regardless of whether it is caused by website users, equipment, or programming associated with the Scavenger Hunt, or by technical or human errors that may occur during the submission process. The organizer and Scavenger Hunt GbR accept no responsibility for: misdirected or lost submissions, errors, omissions, interruptions, deletions, defects, delays in operation or transmission, communication failures, theft, destruction, or unauthorized access to or alteration of entries. They are also not responsible for problems or technical malfunctions of telephone networks or lines, online computer systems, servers or providers, computer equipment, software, email failures, or players due to technical issues or internet congestion, or damage or impairment to the participant’s or any other person’s computer related to or resulting from downloading or uploading materials related to the Scavenger Hunt.

    If the Scavenger Hunt cannot proceed as planned for any reason, including virus infection, manipulation, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failures, or other causes beyond the control of the organizer or Scavenger Hunt GbR that compromise the proper conduct of the event, the organizer reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the event at its sole discretion. In such cases, the organizer may, at its discretion, draw the prize among all eligible registrations received before or after such cancellation, suspension, or modification. There is no legal claim to the prize(s).

    In case of a dispute over who registered for the Scavenger Hunt, the registration will be attributed to the authorized holder of the respective email address, defined as the natural person. A potential winner may be required to prove to the organizer that they are the account holder. If a dispute cannot be resolved to the organizer’s satisfaction, the participation is deemed ineligible.

    Claims for damages and compensation for expenses by the organizer or Scavenger Hunt GbR, regardless of the legal basis, especially due to breach of obligations from a contractual relationship and tort, are excluded. The sponsor is only liable for intent and gross negligence. This limitation of liability does not apply to claims under the Product Liability Act, in cases of intent or gross negligence by the organizer, agents of the organizer, or Scavenger Hunt GbR, for injury to life, body, or health, or for fraudulent concealment of a defect or breach of essential contractual obligations. However, liability for the breach of essential contractual obligations is limited to foreseeable damage typical to the contract, unless there is intent, gross negligence, or liability for injury to life, body, or health.

    Essential contractual obligations are duties whose fulfillment enables the proper execution of the contract and on which the contractual partner regularly relies.

    Exclusions or limitations of liability in favor of the organizer also apply to the personal liability of the organizer’s employees, staff, representatives, and agents. This does not involve a shift in the burden of proof to the detriment of the participating person.

    8. Rights to Photographs or Film Recordings (Copyright)

    The participant (author) guarantees that they hold the rights to any media uploaded to the app and are authorized to upload the photos/videos (works) to the app. The participant also assures that all persons recognizable in the photos/videos have consented to the use of the data within the framework of the Scavenger Hunt.

    The author grants Scavenger Hunt GbR and the event organizer (SMS group) a non-exclusive, unlimited right to use the works, spatially, temporally, and materially, for all usage purposes, including reproduction, distribution, modification, and publication. This includes use for commercial purposes. The granting of usage rights to the works is free of charge for Scavenger Hunt GbR and the event organizer.

    9. Data Protection and Consent

    When participating in the Scavenger Hunt, photos and videos of the participants are created either by the team or by the participant themselves. These personal data are used by the app operator, Scavenger Hunt GbR, and the organizer for the following purposes: I. Disclosure to the client: SMS group. The client may publish the media at its discretion. For questions, please contact the person organizing the event. II. Presentation of the data during an award ceremony, where the photos or videos are shown to all other participants of the event. This can also be done digitally via video chat software like Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or similar programs.

    The consent to process personal data for the aforementioned purposes is based on Art. 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

    The participant has the option to withdraw consent for each task using the „Do not publish“ button. Participants can also contact the app operator at support@scavengerhunt.de.

    If a participant does not agree to the above-mentioned use of photo and video recordings, the corresponding images, videos, etc., will not be permanently stored and will only be used for evaluating the hunt, after which they will be deleted.

    If the publication is later opposed, the information and the photo and video recordings will be promptly deleted from the internet, where possible, or excluded from the next print publication. Already published content on the internet can still be accessed worldwide.

    If participants have captured images of their children, who are also participating in the Scavenger Hunt, and upload these photos or videos in the app, this constitutes consent to the processing of the children’s data.

    Further reference to data protection regulations can be found in our privacy policy.

    10. Applicable Law

    The exclusive applicable law is the law of the Federal Republic of Germany. For contracts with consumers from abroad, mandatory provisions or protection granted by the judiciary of the respective country of residence remain unaffected and apply accordingly.

    Privacy Policy

    This privacy policy informs you about the type, scope, and purpose of the processing of personal data (hereinafter referred to as „data“) within our app. For the definitions of the terms used, such as „processing“ or „controller,“ we refer to the definitions in Article 4 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

    Operator of the App:
    Scavenger Hunt GbR
    Siekerstraße 4
    33602 Bielefeld
    Phone: +49 (0) 176 / 840 689 77
    E-Mail: Hallo@scavengerhunt.de
    Website: www.scavengerhunt.de

    Represented by:
    Carsten Schott
    Malte Bittner

    Joint Controller: Scavenger Hunt GbR collaborates partially with other joint controllers. Please refer to the terms of participation for each scavenger hunt for the corresponding contact details.

    Cooperation with Processors and Third Parties If we disclose data to other persons and companies (processors or third parties) during our processing, transmit it to them, or otherwise grant them access to the data, this will only occur based on a legal permission (e.g., if the transfer of data to third parties, such as payment service providers, is necessary for the performance of the contract in accordance with Article 6 (1) lit. b GDPR), if the participants have given their consent, if a legal obligation exists, or based on our legitimate interests (e.g., when using agents, web hosts, etc.).
    If we commission third parties to process data based on a so-called „data processing agreement,“ this is done according to Article 28 GDPR.

    Used Terminology „Personal data“ refers to all information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (hereinafter referred to as „data subject“); an identifiable natural person is considered to be one who can be directly or indirectly identified, in particular by reference to an identifier such as a name, identification number, location data, online identifier (e.g., cookie), or to one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity of that natural person.
    „Processing“ means any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means. The term is broad and encompasses practically any handling of data.
    The „controller“ is the natural or legal person, authority, agency, or other body that alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

    Types of Processed Data:

    • Inventory data (e.g., names, addresses)
    • Contact data (e.g., email, phone numbers)
    • Content data (e.g., text entries, photographs, videos)
    • Meta/communication data (e.g., device information, IP addresses)
    • Team names
    • Location data

    Categories of Affected Persons Visitors and users of the app (hereinafter referred to collectively as „users“).

    Purpose of Processing

    • Provision of the app, its functions, and content.
    • Response to contact inquiries and communication with users.
    • Security measures.
    • Reach measurement/marketing.

    Collection of Access Data and Log Files

    We, or our hosting provider, collect data about every access to the server on which this service is located (so-called server log files) based on our legitimate interests in accordance with Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR. Our legitimate interest arises from the fact that the processing of log files can identify and eliminate disruptions and sources of disturbance, as well as for security reasons (e.g., to clarify misuse or fraudulent activities). Access data includes the name of the retrieved webpage, file, date and time of access, transmitted data volume, notification of successful retrieval, browser type and version, operating system of the user, referrer URL (the previously visited page), IP address, and the requesting provider.
    Logfile information is stored for security reasons (e.g., to clarify misuse or fraudulent activities) for a maximum of 7 days and then deleted. Data whose further retention is necessary for evidential purposes are exempt from deletion until the respective incident is fully clarified.

    Contact

    When contacting us (e.g., via contact form, email, phone, or social media), the user’s information is processed for the purpose of handling the contact request and its processing in accordance with Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR. The user’s information may be stored in a customer relationship management system (“CRM system”) or a comparable inquiry organization.
    We delete the inquiries if they are no longer necessary. We review necessity every two years; furthermore, legal archiving obligations apply.

    Age Verification via Identification Document

    Event organizers and app operators may request the presentation of an official identification document that shows the age of the respective participant. If such an identification document is transmitted to the organizer or the app operator, it will be used solely to verify the age and will then be deleted immediately. There is no permanent storage of these identification documents.

    Consent for Processing Rights to Photographs or Video Recordings

    These personal data may be used by Scavenger Hunt GbR and the organizer for the following purposes. Users will find the specific purposes in the terms of participation for the respective Scavenger Hunt:

    • Transfer to the client or the organizer
    • Presentation of the data during an award ceremony. Photos or videos will be shown to all other participants of the event. This can also be done digitally using video chat software such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or similar programs.
    • Publication for marketing purposes on social media platforms like Facebook or Instagram
    • Publication for marketing purposes on websites on the Internet
    • Publication for press and marketing purposes in the form of PowerPoint presentations, printed media such as handouts, flyers, or posters, as well as potential publication on the Internet (e.g., press releases, event calendars, media multipliers, partner websites, etc.).
      The processing of personal data follows from the consent given by the participants in accordance with Article 6(1), Sentence 1, lit. a of the GDPR.

    Withdrawal of Consent for the Use of Photographs and Video Recordings
    Scavenger Hunt GbR points out that participants can withdraw this consent at any time, effective for the future, for each of the tasks. To do this, they simply need to click the “Do not publish” button located in the app under each task. Participants can also contact the app operator at Support@scavengerhunt.de.
    If a participant does not agree to the aforementioned use of photographs and video recordings, the corresponding images, videos, etc., will not be permanently stored. In this case, they will only be used for the evaluation of the hunt and will subsequently be deleted.
    If a participant later objects to the publication, the information as well as the photographs and video recordings will be deleted from the internet immediately, if still possible, or will not be published in the next print run. A publication already made on the internet means that this information can be accessed worldwide.
    If participants have photographed their children who also participate in the Scavenger Hunt, and upload these photos or videos in the app, this is considered consent to the processing of the children’s data.

    Inventory and Contact Data
    To participate in the event, it is essential to process personal data. The data collected from participants will only be stored and used for the execution of the event and will be deleted after the event is completed, unless the participant has consented to further use or there are legal retention obligations.
    Without the consent of the participants, no transfer of inventory and contact data to third parties or use for advertising purposes will occur. Participants are free at any time to revoke their consent to storage at Support@scavengerhunt.de and thereby withdraw from participating in the event. The deletion of data excludes participation in the event and any subsequent prize draw. All data will be stored and processed on servers in Germany.
    The collected data and user accounts will be deleted three months after the end of the event. Excluded from this are the image and video materials under the section “Rights to Photographs and Video Recordings.”

    Registration and Installation
    The app is available in app stores. Downloading and installing occurs through the app stores selected by the user. The terms and conditions as well as the privacy policies of the respective app store apply.

    Required Permissions:
    For using the app, the following permissions are required:

    • A random character string is stored for device identification. This is used to recognize users and saves them from having to log in again each time they open the app.
    • Access to the phone’s USB storage is required for storing and modifying files, especially images and video material. Access to external storage devices is needed by the app to store image and video material. These functions serve to solve the tasks by creating or uploading proof images or videos.
    • The device location is retrieved for the task type “GPS task,” which checks whether a team is at a specific location. This access is optional. No movement profiles are created.
    • Access to the camera and microphone is also optional but is required for creating image and video material.
    • Device access occurs automatically when the app starts, to receive local notifications from the app.

     Data Flow

    Installation
    Immediately after installation, users are informed about the data protection practices. This information must be acknowledged by clicking “Agree to All” or, after clicking “Privacy Policy & Details,” individually by clicking “Ok.” After this, users will enter the main menu of the app. At this point, they are not yet registered and cannot participate in any events.
    During registration for a specific event, participants must agree to the terms of participation and the privacy policy via a “I agree” checkbox. If users do not agree to the terms of participation and the privacy policy, participation in an event (and thus full use of the app) is not possible.

    Account Registration – Login
    If users agree to the terms of use and the privacy inquiry, this information (consent) is stored in the local smartphone storage. They will then proceed to the home display.
    When using the app for the first time, account creation is required. This is because the app is based on a multi-user profile concept, ensuring that data entered within the app remains encrypted and protected even in the event of device loss. The information required for account creation includes: email address and (first) name. However, this data is not verified by us.
    Three months after the end of an event, this data will be deleted.
    If a user wants to permanently use their account, they can additionally set a password. This function is optional. If a password is set, it can be used together with the email address to log in at a later time and/or on another device.
    The data of accounts with passwords will not be deleted after the end of the current event.
    These access credentials are stored in an encrypted form.

    Usage
    The data entered within the app is stored in the app’s database.

    Data Transfer
    A synchronization of the data entered by the user with a database occurs. If a new version of the app is available, the user will receive a corresponding notification on their phone. They can always decide whether to update the app.

    Availability
    The app operator allows users to use the service within the framework of these terms of use. The app operator endeavors to keep the service available but assumes no further service obligations. In particular, users have no claim to continuous availability of the service.

    Google Firebase
    To enable the sending of push notifications, a “Firebase Cloud Messaging Registration Token” is created upon the first start of the app, which uniquely identifies the app installation on the device. The token is used to recognize the message target. The sending of messages takes place via the Google Firebase Cloud Messaging service, offered by Google, Inc. Mountain View, USA. More information about Google Firebase Cloud Messaging can be found at https://firebase.google.com/products/cloud-messaging/ and in Google’s privacy policy at http://www.google.de/intl/de/policies/privacy. By consenting to receive push notifications upon the first start of the app, the user gives us permission to store the registration token on our servers and use it for sending notifications.

    Applicable Legal Bases
    If the legal basis is not mentioned in the privacy policy, the following applies: The legal basis for obtaining consent is Article 6 (1) (a) and Article 7 of the GDPR, the legal basis for processing to fulfill our services and execute contractual measures as well as for answering inquiries is Article 6 (1) (b) GDPR, the legal basis for processing to fulfill our legal obligations is Article 6 (1) (c) GDPR, and the legal basis for processing to safeguard our legitimate interests is Article 6 (1) (f) GDPR. In the event that vital interests of the affected person or another natural person make processing of personal data necessary, Article 6 (1) (d) GDPR serves as the legal basis.

    Transfers to Third Countries
    If we process data in a third country (i.e., outside the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA)) or if this occurs in the context of using third-party services or disclosing or transferring data to third parties, this will only take place if it is necessary to fulfill our (pre-)contractual obligations, based on the consent of the users, due to a legal obligation, or based on our legitimate interests. Subject to legal or contractual permissions, we will only process or allow the data to be processed in a third country if the specific conditions of Articles 44 et seq. of the GDPR are met. This means that processing occurs, for example, based on special guarantees, such as the official recognition of an EU-equivalent level of data protection or adherence to officially recognized specific contractual obligations (so-called „standard contractual clauses“).

    Rights of Data Subjects
    You have the right to request confirmation as to whether personal data concerning you is being processed and to request information about this data, as well as further information and a copy of the data in accordance with Article 15 of the GDPR.
    You have the right, pursuant to Article 16 of the GDPR, to request the completion of your personal data or the rectification of inaccurate personal data concerning you.
    You have the right to request the immediate deletion of personal data concerning you in accordance with Article 17 of the GDPR, or alternatively, to request a restriction of processing in accordance with Article 18 of the GDPR.
    You have the right to receive the personal data concerning you that you have provided to us in accordance with Article 20 of the GDPR and to request its transfer to other controllers.
    You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority in accordance with Article 77 of the GDPR.

    Right of Withdrawal
    You have the right to withdraw consents granted in accordance with Article 7 (3) of the GDPR with effect for the future.

    Right to Object
    You may object to the future processing of your personal data in accordance with Article 21 of the GDPR at any time. The objection may be directed specifically against processing for direct marketing purposes.

    Deletion of Data
    The data we process will be deleted or restricted in processing in accordance with Articles 17 and 18 of the GDPR. Unless expressly stated otherwise in this privacy policy, the data stored by us will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for its intended purpose and no legal retention obligations prevent deletion. If the data is not deleted because it is required for other legally permissible purposes, its processing will be restricted. This means the data will be locked and not processed for other purposes. This applies, for example, to data that must be retained for commercial or tax reasons.
    According to legal provisions in Germany, retention occurs in particular for 6 years in accordance with § 257 (1) HGB (commercial books, inventories, opening balances, annual financial statements, business letters, booking records, etc.) as well as for 10 years in accordance with § 147 (1) AO (books, records, management reports, booking records, business and commercial letters, documents relevant for taxation, etc.).
    According to legal provisions in Austria, retention occurs in particular for 7 years in accordance with § 132 (1) BAO (accounting documents, receipts/invoices, accounts, documents, business papers, statements of income and expenses, etc.), for 22 years in connection with real estate, and for 10 years for documents related to electronically provided services, telecommunications, broadcasting, and television services provided to non-business customers in EU member states, for which the Mini-One-Stop-Shop (MOSS) is used.