Last updated
30.06.2025

Data Controller according to data protection laws, particularly the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Verein Niedersächsischer Bildungsinitiativen e.V. (VNB e.V.)
Warmbüchenstraße 17
30159 Hannover
Phone: +49 511 307660
Email: info@vnb.de
Website: www.vnb.de
Authorized Representative: Claudia Sanner
Register Court: Amtsgericht Hannover
Registration Number: VR 5108

Content Responsibility
Gabriele Janecki
Calenberger Esplanade 2
3019 Hannover
Phone: +49 511 123564922
Email: gabriele.janecki@vnb.de

Data Protection Officer of VNB
Wiebe Krüger
Email: datenschutz@vnb.de

Disclaimer

Your Data Subject Rights
You may exercise the following rights at any time by contacting our Data Protection Officer using the contact details above:

Access to your stored data and information about its processing
Rectification of inaccurate personal data
Deletion of your data stored with us
Restriction of data processing if we are not yet permitted to delete your data due to legal obligations
Objection to the processing of your data
Data portability, if you have consented to data processing or have entered into a contract with us

If you have given us consent, you may revoke it at any time with future effect.
You may lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority competent for your jurisdiction at any time. The appropriate authority depends on your place of residence, employment, or the suspected violation. A list of supervisory authorities (non-public sector) including their contact details can be found at: https://www.bfdi.bund.de/DE/Infothek/Anschriften_Links/anschriften_links-node.html

Purposes of Data Processing by the Controller and Third Parties
We process your personal data only for the purposes described in this privacy policy. We do not transfer your personal data to third parties for purposes other than those stated. Your data will only be shared if:
– You have given your explicit consent
– The processing is necessary to perform a contract with you
– The processing is required to fulfill a legal obligation
– The processing is necessary to protect legitimate interests and there is no reason to assume that you have an overriding interest in the
non-disclosure of your data

Data Deletion or Blocking
We adhere to the principles of data minimization and storage limitation. We store your personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes stated here or as required by statutory retention periods. Once the respective purpose ceases to apply or these periods expire, the data will be routinely blocked or deleted in accordance with legal regulations.

General Data Collection When Visiting Our Website
When you access our website, general information is automatically collected through cookies. This information (server log files) includes, for example, the browser type, operating system, domain name of your internet service provider, and similar data. This information is not linked to any individual and is used for:
– Ensuring a smooth connection setup of the website
– Ensuring a smooth use of our website
– Evaluating system security and stability
– Administrative purposes
The processing is based on our legitimate interest in ensuring the functionality and security of our website. These anonymous data are evaluated statistically to improve our online presence and technical functionality.

Cookies
We use cookies on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They enable us to recognize your browser and improve your user experience. Cookies cannot run programs or transmit viruses. Data collected through cookies will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent or linked to personal data. You can disable the use of cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit the functionality of our website.

Registration on Our Website
When registering for our personalized services, we collect some personal information such as name, address, contact details, and email address. Registered users can access content and services reserved for registered users only. You may view, change, or delete your personal information at any time.
We will also gladly provide you with information about any personal data we hold about you and will correct or delete it at your request unless legal retention obligations apply.

Provision of Paid Services
To process paid services, we collect additional information such as payment details. These are stored until statutory retention periods expire.

SSL Encryption
We use up-to-date encryption methods (e.g., SSL over HTTPS) to protect your data during transmission.

Contact Form
If you contact us by email or contact form, you consent to the processing of your data for the purpose of handling your inquiry. A valid email address is required. Optional data may also be provided. Data will be deleted after your request is resolved.

Use of Matomo
This website uses Matomo (formerly Piwik), an open-source tool for web analytics. Cookies are used to help analyze user activity.
IP addresses are anonymized before being stored. You can prevent the installation of cookies by adjusting your browser settings.

Use of Script Libraries (Google Web Fonts)
To display our content correctly and graphically across browsers, we use script libraries and font libraries such as Google Web Fonts.
Calling a script library may result in a connection to the provider (e.g., Google). It is theoretically possible that these providers collect data, although the purpose and extent are currently unclear.
Google’s privacy policy: https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/

Embedded YouTube Videos
We embed YouTube videos on some of our pages. When you access a page with an embedded video, a connection to YouTube servers is established, and your IP address may be transmitted.
If you are logged into your YouTube account, your viewing behavior may be linked to your account. You can avoid this by logging out of YouTube before visiting the site.
Cookies used by YouTube may store non-personal usage data. You can prevent this by disabling cookies in your browser.
YouTube privacy policy: https://www.google.de/intl/en/policies/privacy/

Social Plugins
We use “social media buttons” with the privacy-friendly “Shariff” solution. This means that contact with the social media provider only occurs when you click the respective button. Until then, no data is transmitted.
More about Shariff: http://www.heise.de/ct/artikel/Shariff-Social-Media-Buttons-mit-Datenschutz-2467514.html

Google AdWords
We use Google Conversion Tracking. If you reach our website via a Google ad, a cookie is set for conversion tracking. It expires after 30 days and is not used for personal identification.
Each AdWords customer receives a different cookie. The information collected is used to generate conversion statistics for AdWords customers. You can opt out of tracking by adjusting your browser settings.
Note: Do not delete your opt-out cookies if you do not wish to be tracked.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy to comply with current legal requirements or to reflect changes in our services. The updated version will apply to your next visit.

Questions for the Data Protection Officer
If you have any questions regarding data protection, please contact:
Data Protection Officer of VNB:
Wiebe Krüger
Email: datenschutz@vnb.de

This privacy policy was created using the Privacy Policy Generator provided by activeMind AG