This privacy statement informs you as a visitor of these web pages about the use of personal data which is processed within this website. With this privacy statement, Bielefeld University as the data controller fulfils its obligation to provide information in accordance with Art. 13 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU-GDPR).
Bielefeld University is responsible for this website. The University is a statutory body under public law supported by the State of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is represented by the Rektor.
Universität Bielefeld
Universitätsstraße 25
33615 Bielefeld
Phone: 0521 / 106 - 00
The data protection officers of Bielefeld University can be contacted by post at the above address or as follows:
E-Mail: datenschutzbeauftragte@uni-bielefeld.de
Phone: 0521 / 106 - 5225
Generally, when you visit a website, information is automatically stored for technical reasons in server log files that your browser transmits to us. This information consists of:
These collected data are used for purposes of identification and to detect unauthorized attempts to access the web server and cannot be assigned to a specific individual. A comparison with other databases or a disclosure to third parties does not take place. Data is stored for seven days and erased after it has been used for anonymous evaluation for statistical purposes. Data the further retention of which is required for evidentiary purposes shall be exempted from the deletion until the final clarification of the respective incident.
The search function on this site works within your browser and does not transfer any data to the server.
Bielefeld University collects and processes the above-named data and log files required for the technical operation of the website in order to safeguard the technical security of the systems. It also collects and processes data in the context of web analysis in order to safeguard the legitimate interests of the University in accordance with Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f. of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU-GDPR). These data are necessary to deliver our online services, for the secure operation of the web servers as well as to improve our website and are only used for the purposes as stated in each case.
The processing of additional data via forms and web-based services shall only be lawful if the data subject has given consent pursuant to Art. 6 para.1 lit. a. of EU GDPR or is necessary for the performance of a task carried out by Bielefeld University pursuant to Art. 6 para. 1 lit. e. in conjunction with the Higher Education Act of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (HG NRW).
As a matter of principle, we do not pass on personal data which is processed during a visit to Bielefeld University’s internet pages to third parties. In some circumstances, this may be necessary if we are required by law to do so,### Forms and web-based services
At some places on the website of Bielefeld University there is the option to share additional personal data by way of forms or through the use of web-based services. For example, a user may request information using a web-form or subscribe to a newsletter. The use of these services takes place on a voluntary basis. Details as to which data are collected and processed in each case are stated in the corresponding forms or web-services. The use of these additional features and the associated input of personal data is undertaken solely on a voluntary basis by the user. The data will be processed exclusively for the purpose stated there. If data is passed on to a third party, this will only be done on the basis of a legal permission or with the informed consent of the data subject. Cookies for example, transmission to criminal prosecution authorities to clarify criminal offences within the framework of the provisions of the German Code of Criminal Procedure (StPO) or for the purpose of asserting claims for damages in the event of copyright infringements. Where technical service providers have access to personal data, this happens on the basis of a contract pursuant to Art. 28 of EU GDPR.
No personal data is transferred to countries outside the European Economic Area and associated countries (no third country transfer). If this should become necessary you will be informed.
As a data subject, you can assert the rights granted to you by the EU-GDPR at any time, insofar as these apply to the data processing:
In order to operate and maintain this web service it is necessary that we collect data and store data in log files. Users may therefore not object to this. Although IP addresses may be regarded as personal data, the University does not assign them to individuals. Because of this, the University cannot fulfil a request by the user for information as there is no IP address associated with them.
In addition to the aforementioned rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the respective data protection supervisory authority (Art. 77 EU GDPR).
We reserve the right to amend our privacy policy, in order to adapt to changes in relevant laws and regulation and to better meet your needs as the user of our website.