PRIVACY POLICY

1. preamble to our privacy policy

The use of our website is usually possible without providing personal data. Insofar as personal data is collected when visiting our websites, we process it exclusively in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (VO (EU) 2016/679; DS-GVO) and the Federal Data Protection Act of July 30, 2017 (BDSG-neu), as well as the Telemedia Act (TMG). The processing of personal data takes place exclusively in accordance with this privacy policy.

This privacy policy applies to the use of the website at the address: freimaurer-kamen.de and freimaurerloge.eu. For linked content from other providers, the privacy policy stored on the linked website is authoritative.

We point out that in the context of data transmission via the Internet security gaps may occur, which can not be prevented even by the technical design of this website. Complete protection of personal data is not possible when using the Internet.

2. responsible body, Art.13 Para. 1lit. a) GDPR

Phoenix to the Three Lights
Represented by the Master of the Chair C. Unruh
Heerener Street 177
59174 Kamen

Website: freimaurer-kamen.de
E-mail: kontakt@freimaurer-kamen.de

3. web hosting

Our website is operated on servers of:
OVH GmbH
St. Johanner Str. 41-43
66111 Saarbrücken

a) Data collected
When our web pages are accessed, data is automatically collected and stored in log files on our hoster’s server. This data may have a personal reference. Among the data collected are:

Name of the retrieved web page
Date and time of retrieval
Amount of data transferred
Message about successful retrieval
Internet browser type
Internet browser version
The operating system under the browser with patch level
Previously visited page
requesting provider
IP addresses [in anonymisierter Form]

b) Purpose of the collection by the hoster
The hoster uses the collected data to operate the website and to ensure IT security. If there are concrete indications, the log data may be analyzed subsequently.

c) Terms and conditions of the hoster
To the terms and conditions…

d) OVH and the protection of personal data

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4. integration of services and functions

a) General
In the course of using our website, personal data is transmitted to third parties.

b) Basis of data processing
Basis of data collection according to. Art.6 Para. 1 p. 1 DS-GVO are: the consent you may have given (lit. a); where applicable, the processing of information for the performance of a contract or the initiation of a contract (lit. b), if applicable, the fulfillment of a legal obligation (lit. b). Insofar as the collection of data is based on a legitimate interest of our company (lit. f), separate reference is made to this in the context of the individual procedure.

5. collection and storage of personal data and the nature and purpose of their use

a) When visiting the website
When you access our website freimaurer-kamen.de, information is automatically sent to our website server by the browser used on your terminal device. This information is temporarily stored in a so-called log file. The following information is collected without your intervention and stored until automated deletion:
* IP address of the requesting computer,
* Date and time of access,
* Name and URL of the retrieved file,
* Website from which the access is made (referrer URL),
* Browser used and, if applicable, the operating system of your computer as well as the name of your access provider.
The aforementioned data will be processed by us for the following purposes:
* Ensuring smooth connection of the website,
* Ensuring a comfortable use of our website,
* Evaluation of system security and stability, and.
* for other administrative purposes.
The legal basis for data processing is Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest follows from the data collection purposes listed above. In no case do we use the collected data for the purpose of drawing conclusions about your person.
In addition, we use cookies and analysis services when you visit our website. For more detailed explanations, please refer to sec. 7 and 8 of this Privacy Policy.

b) When registering for our newsletter
On our website you have the option to register for a newsletter, which is sent by e-mail. The dispatch to your e-mail address is based on your personal registration with subsequent confirmation (double opt-in), with which you consent to the newsletter dispatch.

For sending the newsletter we store your e-mail address (and if you wish your first and last name). The data will not be disclosed to third parties. The data is passed on to our service provider OVH for sending the newsletter.

Our newsletter system has a function that allows us to track at what time which recipients have opened the newsletter. This data is stored and used to evaluate the reach of individual campaigns.

Withdrawal of consent. You can object to the use of your data at any time with effect for the future. You will find an option to unsubscribe from the newsletter at the bottom of each newsletter email or at this email address: kontakt@freimaurer-kamen.de.

c) When using our contact form
On our website there is the possibility to contact us by: E-mail, contact form to contact us. In this context, personal data from you will be stored and processed for the purpose of communication. The data collected for this purpose (name, telephone number, e-mail address, IP address) will not be disclosed to third parties. The data is not merged with other data collected on this website. The data may be stored as part of Custer Relationship Management (CRM).

Basis of data collection acc. Art.6 Para. 1 p. 1 DS-GVO are: the consent you may have given (lit. a); where applicable, the processing of information for the performance of a contract or the initiation of a contract (lit. b), if applicable, the fulfillment of a legal obligation (lit. b) as well as the legitimate interest of our company in the communication initiated by you (lit. f).

The data will be deleted as soon as the purpose of the communication has been achieved.

6. disclosure of data

Your personal data will not be transferred to third parties for purposes other than those listed below.
We will only share your personal information with third parties if:
* you provide us with your personal data according to Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. a DSGVO have given express consent to this,
* the disclosure according to Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. f DSGVO is necessary for the assertion, exercise or defense of legal claims and there is no reason to assume that you have an overriding legitimate interest in the non-disclosure of your data,
* in the event that for the disclosure pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. c DSGVO a legal obligation exists, as well as
* this is legally permissible and in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. b DSGVO is necessary for the processing of contractual relationships with you.

7. cookies

We use cookies on our site. These are small files that your browser automatically creates and that are stored on your end device (laptop, tablet, smartphone or similar) when you visit our site. Cookies do not cause any damage to your end device, do not contain viruses, Trojans or other malware.
In the cookie, information is stored that arises in each case in connection with the specific end device used. However, this does not mean that we thereby obtain direct knowledge of your identity.
The use of cookies serves on the one hand to make the use of our offer more pleasant for you. For example, we use so-called session cookies to recognize that you have already visited individual pages of our website. These are automatically deleted after leaving our site.
In addition, we also use temporary cookies to optimize user-friendliness, which are stored on your terminal device for a certain specified period of time. If you visit our site again to use our services, it is automatically recognized that you have already been with us and which entries and settings you have made so that you do not have to enter them again.
On the other hand, we use cookies to statistically record the use of our website and to evaluate it for the purpose of optimizing our offer for you (see section 9). These cookies allow us to automatically recognize that you have already been with us when you visit our site again. These cookies are automatically deleted after a defined period of time.
The data processed by cookies are necessary for the aforementioned purposes to protect our legitimate interests as well as those of third parties pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. f DSGVO required.
Most browsers accept cookies automatically. However, you can configure your browser so that no cookies are stored on your computer or a notice always appears before a new cookie is created. However, the complete deactivation of cookies may mean that you cannot use all the functions of our website.

8. analysis & tracking tools

a) The tracking measures listed below and used by us are carried out on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. f DSGVO carried out. With the tracking measures used, we want to ensure a needs-based design and the ongoing optimization of our website. On the other hand, we use the tracking measures to statistically record the use of our website, to evaluate it for the purpose of optimizing our offer for you and to ensure data security. These interests are to be considered legitimate within the meaning of the aforementioned provision.

b) We use the following software solutions for analysis, statistical evaluation and security: WP Statistics. Cookies are used for this purpose (see section 8). The information generated by the cookie about website usage is transmitted to our servers and aggregated into pseudonymous usage profiles. The information is used to evaluate the use of the website and to enable us to design our website in line with requirements. The information is not passed on to third parties.
In no case will the IP address be associated with other data concerning the user, as we anonymize your IP address in compliance with GDPR. ( For example: 888,888,888 > 888,888,888,000.)

c) This site also uses the WORDFENCE security plugin to protect the site from hacker attacks etc.
Provider is DEFIANT, 800 5th Ave Ste 4100, Seattle, WA 98104

The provided DSGVO-compliant data processing agreement has been concluded.

WORDFENCE currently uses three cookies and below we explain what each cookie does, who set the cookie, and why the cookie helps protect the site.

wfwaf-authcookie- (hash) What it does: This cookie is used by the WORDFENCE firewall to perform a capability check on the current user before WordPress loads. Who gets this cookie: This cookie is set only for users who can log in to WordPress. How this cookie helps: With this cookie, the WORDFENCE firewall recognizes logged-in users and allows them increased access. WORDFENCE can also detect users who are not logged in and restrict their access to secure areas. The cookie informs the firewall what level of access a visitor has to help the firewall make smart decisions about who to allow and who to block.

wf_loginalerted_ (hash) What it does: This cookie is used to notify the WORDFENCE administrator when an administrator logs in from a new device or location. Who receives this cookie: This cookie is set only for administrators. How this cookie helps: This cookie helps site operators know if an admin login has occurred from a new device or location.

wfCBLBypass What it does: WORDFENCE provides a site visitor with the ability to bypass country blocking by accessing a hidden URL. This cookie can be used to track who is allowed to bypass the country’s blocking. Who receives this cookie: When a hidden URL defined by the site administrator is accessed, this cookie is used to check whether the user can access the site from a country restricted by country blocking. This is set for anyone who knows the URL that allows bypassing the default country blocking. This cookie is not set for someone who does not know the hidden URL to bypass country blocking. How this cookie helps: This cookie gives website owners the ability to allow certain users blocked countries, even though their country has been blocked.

For more information on the handling of user data, please see DEFIANT’s privacy policy: https://www.WORDFENCE.com/privacy-policy/

9. children

We will not knowingly collect personal data from children (or underage users under the age of 18) without expressly stating that such data should only be provided with parental consent where applicable law provides for this. As a matter of principle, we will only use or disclose children’s personal data to the extent permitted by law, to obtain parental consent required by law, or to protect children. For the term “child/children”, the nationally applicable legal provisions and cultural customs must be taken into account here.

10. data security

Within the website visit, we use the widespread SSL procedure (Secure Socket Layer) in connection with the highest encryption level supported by your browser. As a rule, this is a 256-bit encryption. If your browser does not support 256-bit encryption, we use 128-bit v3 technology instead. You can tell whether an individual page of our website is transmitted in encrypted form by the closed display of the key or lock symbol in the lower status bar of your browser.

We also use appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data against accidental or intentional manipulation, partial or complete loss, destruction or against unauthorized access by third parties. Our security measures are continuously improved in line with technological developments.

11. links to other websites

This page may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or the content of these other websites.

12. further data transfer

We also disclose personal data in response to official and/or court orders. A transfer of personal data beyond that mentioned in this privacy policy does not take place.

13. facebook (currently not in use)

On our website we use components of the provider facebook.com which is operated by facebook Inc., 1601 S. California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA.

When you access our websites that include a component provided by facebook, your browser automatically establishes a connection to facebook servers and downloads the content of the component from there. This allows facebook to know which parts of our website you visit.

If you are logged in to facebook while visiting our website, facebook recognizes which specific page you are visiting and assigns this data to your facebook account. When you interact with the components – eg. by clicking the “Like” button or creating comments, this information will be linked by facebook to your facebook profile and stored there. Regardless of any interaction with the embedded facebook components, the information that you have visited our website is stored by facebook.

You can prevent the transmission and storage of data in your profile and by facebook by logging out of your facebook account before visiting our websites. Further information, including data protection information on the collection and use of data by facebook as well as your rights and personal settings options, can be found at: https://de-de.facebook.com/about/privacy/

You can find an overview of all Facebook plugins at: https://developers.facebook.com/docs/plugins/

14. twitter (currently not in use)

freimaurer-kamen.de uses the technical platform and services of Twitter Inc., 1355 Market Street, Suite 900, San Francisco, CA 94103 U.S.A. for the short message service offered here. The responsible party for the data processing of persons living outside the United States is Twitter International Company, One Cumberland Place, Fenian Street, Dublin 2 D02 AX07, Ireland.

We would like to point out that you use the Twitter short message service offered here and its functions on your own responsibility. This applies in particular to the use of interactive functions (e.g. sharing, rating).

Information about which data is processed by Twitter and for which purposes can be found in Twitter’s privacy policy: https://twitter.com/de/privacy

Twitter Inc. has committed to the principles of the EU-US Privacy Shield. For more details, please visit: https://www.privacyshield.gov/participant?id=a2zt0000000TORzAAO&status=Active

We have no influence on the type and scope of the data processed by Twitter, the way it is processed and used, or the transfer of this data to third parties. Nor does it have any effective means of control in this respect.

With the use of Twitter, your personal data is collected by Twitter Inc. collected, transferred, stored, disclosed, and used regardless of your residence in the United States, Ireland, and any other country in which Twitter Inc. business activities, and stored and used there.

On the one hand, Twitter processes your voluntarily entered data such as name and user name, e-mail address, telephone number or the contacts of your address book when you upload or synchronize it.

On the other hand, Twitter also evaluates the content you share to determine what topics you are interested in, stores and processes confidential messages you send directly to other users, and can determine your location using GPS data, wireless network information, or your IP address in order to send you advertising or other content.

For evaluation purposes, Twitter Inc. under certain circumstances, analysis tools such as Twitter or Google Analytics. We have no influence on the use of such tools by Twitter Inc. and was also not informed about such a potential deployment. Should tools of this kind be used by Twitter Inc. for our account, we have neither commissioned, approved nor otherwise supported this in any way. Also, the data obtained during the analysis is not made available. Only certain non-personal information about tweet activity, such as the number of profile or link clicks through a particular tweet, is viewable by us through our account. Moreover, we have no way to prevent or disable the use of such tools on its Twitter account.

Finally, Twitter also receives information when you view content, for example, even if you have not created an account. This so-called “log data” may be the IP address, browser type, operating system, information about the website you visited previously and the pages you viewed, your location, your mobile provider, the terminal device you use (including device ID and application ID), the search terms you used and cookie information.

Through Twitter buttons or widgets embedded in websites and the use of cookies, it is possible for Twitter to record your visits to these websites and associate them with your Twitter profile. Based on this data, content or advertising can be offered tailored to you.

You have options to restrict the processing of your data in the general settings of your Twitter account and under the item “Privacy and security”. In addition, you can restrict Twitter’s access to contact and calendar data, photos, location data, etc. on mobile devices (smartphones, tablet computers) in the settings options there. However, this depends on the operating system used.

More information on these items is available on the following Twitter support pages:
https://support.twitter.com/articles/105576#

https://help.twitter.com/de/search?q=datenschutz

You can find out about the possibility of viewing your own data on Twitter here: https://support.twitter.com/articles/20172711#

Information about the inferences Twitter makes about you can be found here:
https://twitter.com/your_twitter_data

Information on the available personalization and privacy setting options can be found here (with further references):
https://twitter.com/personalization

Furthermore, you have the option to request information via the Twitter privacy form or the archive requests:
https://support.twitter.com/forms/privacy

https://support.twitter.com/articles/20170320#

15. data subject rights

You have the right:
* to request information about your personal data processed by us pursuant to Art. 15 DSGVO. In particular, you can request information about the processing purposes, the category of personal data, the categories of recipients to whom your data has been or will be disclosed, the planned storage period, the existence of a right to rectification, erasure, restriction of processing or objection, the existence of a right of complaint, the origin of your data if it has not been collected by us, as well as the existence of automated decision-making including profiling and, if applicable, meaningful information about its details;
* in accordance with Art. 16 DSGVO to demand the correction of incorrect or completion of your personal data stored by us without delay;
* pursuant to Art. 17 DSGVO to request the erasure of your personal data stored by us, unless the processing is necessary for the exercise of the right to freedom of expression and information, for compliance with a legal obligation, for reasons of public interest or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims;
* in accordance with Art. 18 DSGVO to request the restriction of the processing of your personal data, insofar as the accuracy of the data is disputed by you, the processing is unlawful, but you object to its erasure and we no longer need the data, but you need it for the assertion, exercise or defense of legal claims or you have objected to the processing in accordance with Art. 21 DSGVO;
* in accordance with Art. 20 DSGVO to receive your personal data that you have provided to us in a structured, common and machine-readable format or to request the transfer to another controller;
* according to Art. 7 par. 3 DSGVO to revoke your consent once given to us at any time. This has the consequence that we may no longer continue the data processing that was based on this consent for the future, and
* to complain to a supervisory authority in accordance with Art. 77 DSGVO. As a rule, you can contact the supervisory authority of your usual place of residence or workplace or our registered office for this purpose.

16. right of objection

If your personal data is collected on the basis of legitimate interests pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 p. 1 lit. f DSGVO, you have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in accordance with Art. 21 DSGVO, provided that there are grounds for doing so that arise from your particular situation or the objection is directed against direct marketing. In the latter case, you have a general right to object, which will be implemented by us without specifying a particular situation.
If you wish to exercise your right of revocation or objection, simply send an e-mail to kontakt@freimaurer-kamen.de.

Revocation of consent given. If you have given us your consent to the processing of personal data, you can revoke this consent at any time. Please send your revocation by mail to: kontakt@freimaurer-kamen.de.

17. right to data portability

You have the right to request data that you yourself have provided as part of a contract or on the basis of consent and which is processed automatically from us in a common machine-readable format (.txt).

18. right of appeal to data protection supervisory authority

You have the right to contact the supervisory authorities with a data protection complaint. The supervisory authority responsible for us is the State Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information of North Rhine-Westphalia. The complaint may be filed with any supervisory authority regardless of jurisdiction.

19. up-to-dateness and modification of this privacy policy

This privacy policy is currently valid and has the status January 2023. Due to the further development of our website and offers on it or due to changed legal or regulatory requirements, it may become necessary to change this privacy policy. The current privacy policy can be accessed by you at any time on this website.