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European Relations ("Platform," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all Users who access our website. This Data Protection and Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).By using our Platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Policy.Data CollectionEuropean Relations collects personal information only when you voluntarily provide it through our submission process. This information may include your name, email address, affiliation, and any other details necessary for the submission or publication of your work.
How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal data through the following means:
Direct Interactions: When you register, submit a form, sign up for newsletters, contact us, or participate in surveys.
Automated Technologies: Cookies, server logs, and other technologies that track user activity on our website.
Third Parties: Information obtained from external sources, such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or social media platforms.
Use of Personal Data
Your personal data will be used solely for the purposes of managing submissions, communication regarding your submissions, and maintaining your account. We may also use your data to send you information related to your published work or upcoming opportunities with European Relations, unless you opt out of such communications.
Data Collection, Storage, and Processing
At European Relations, we prioritize the privacy and security of all personal data entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and process your data, including any information submitted through forms on our website. By interacting with our platform, you consent to the practices described below.
Data Collection: European Relations collects personal information necessary to provide our services, enhance user experience, and communicate relevant updates. This may include, but is not limited to, names, email addresses, submission content, and other identifiable information provided voluntarily by users.
Purpose of Data Usage: We use this data for specific, legitimate purposes, including but not limited to:Delivering the services you have requested, such as the processing and display of uploaded academic articles or theses.Improving our website functionality, user experience, and security.Communicating with users regarding service updates, policy changes, and other essential information.
Data Storage Location and Third-Party Processing: European Relations uses Webflow to host our website. As part of this hosting arrangement:
User data may be stored on Webflow’s servers, which are primarily hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS operates data centers both within and outside the European Union. As such, while data may primarily be stored within the EU, it is possible that data, including form submissions and user-provided information, may be transferred to and processed on AWS servers located in the United States.
Third-Party Processing: As Webflow relies on additional service providers to optimize platform performance and security, some data processing activities may also occur outside the European Economic Area (EEA). All transfers of personal data are managed in compliance with relevant data protection laws, including the GDPR, to ensure that your data is adequately protected.
Data Protection and Compliance: European Relations is committed to handling your data in compliance with the GDPR and other relevant privacy laws. We ensure that all third-party data processors, including Webflow and AWS, maintain security measures consistent with industry standards. Where data is transferred outside the EEA, we rely on appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to provide an equivalent level of protection as mandated within the EU.
Your Rights: You have the right to request access to, rectification of, or deletion of your data. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the details provided in this Privacy Policy. European Relations will respond to requests promptly and in accordance with applicable laws.By using our website and submitting personal data, you acknowledge and agree to this storage and processing arrangement. We commit to using your data only within the bounds of your consent and this Privacy Policy.
Intellectual Property Protection
By submitting your work to European Relations, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to publish, display, and distribute your work on our site and in any associated publications. You affirm that:You are the sole author of your work and that you own all rights to it, or you have obtained all necessary permissions to submit it to European Relations.It is your responsibility to ensure that your submission does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others.European Relations will not be responsible for any infringement claims arising from your submissions. If a valid intellectual property infringement claim is made, we reserve the right to take appropriate action, which may include removing the content from our Platform and terminating your access or account.
Sharing of Personal Data
European Relations will not sell, share, or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent. We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf based on our instructions. These service providers are not authorized to use or disclose your information except as necessary to perform services on our behalf or comply with legal requirements.
Access to Your Information
You have the right to access and correct or delete your personal data held by European Relations. If you wish to apply for access, correction, or deletion of your personal data, please contact us at info@europeanrealtions.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.
Your Rights Under GDPR and BDSG
As a data subject, you have the following rights:
Right of Access: Request access to your personal data and obtain a copy.
Right to Rectification: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data we hold about you.
Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
Right to Restriction of Processing: Request that we limit the processing of your data under specific circumstances.
Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format or have it transferred to another controller.
Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time.
Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data has been processed unlawfully. In Germany, this is the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI).
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and deliver targeted advertising, you can manage your cookie preferences via our Cookie Policy or through your browser settings.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Data Protection and Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or improvements to the Platform. We will notify Users of significant changes via email or through a notice on our website.