1. Overview of Data Protection
We take the protection of your personal data very seriously. This policy explains how we collect, process, and protect your information when you visit our website, register for the summit, or use our digital services.
All data processing is conducted in strict compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable European and German data protection laws.
2. Controller & Contact Info
The data controller responsible for the processing of your personal data on this website is successwerke IT / ErfolgWerke, located in Germany.
For any data protection inquiries, rights requests, or concerns, please contact our data protection team via email at privacy@erfolgwerke.de.
3. Data We Collect and How We Collect It
When you apply to attend or register for the summit, we collect information such as your full name, email address, job title, company, country, and interests.
When submitting forms for the Venture Pitch or Project Presentation, we collect pitch materials, project descriptions, and technical specifications that you voluntarily share with us.
For technical and security reasons, our servers automatically log details of your visit (e.g., IP address, browser type, referral URL, and access times).
4. Purposes of Data Processing
To process your application and facilitate your attendance at EGICS 2026.
To review project presentations and venture pitches for selections.
To communicate updates, agendas, and networking opportunities regarding the summit.
To maintain website stability, performance, and security.
5. Data Retention and Deletion
We only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Registration data for the 2026 summit will be deleted or anonymized within 12 months following the completion of the event, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to request access to, correction of, or erasure of your personal data stored by us.
You also have the right to restrict or object to the processing of your data, as well as the right to data portability.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@erfolgwerke.de. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority.