PRIVACY
Name and Contact Details of the Data Controller and the Data Protection Officer
These privacy notices apply to the data processing carried out by the working group "German Short-Stature Sports" at
Bundesverband Kleinwüchsige Menschen und ihre Familien e.V. (BKMF)
Leinestraße 2
28199 Bremen
Germany
Data Controller:
Jonathan Vaupel
Data Protection Officer:
Holger Esseling
Erlenkamp 19
48159 Münster
datenschutz@bkmf.de
1. Collection and Storage of Personal Data and Type and Purpose of Use
a) When visiting the website
When you visit our website, the browser used on your device automatically sends information to our website’s server. This information is temporarily stored in a so-called log file. The following information is collected without your involvement and stored until it is automatically deleted:
- IP address of the requesting computer
- Date and time of the access
- Name and URL of the accessed file
- Website from which the access took place (referrer URL)
- Browser used and, if applicable, the operating system of your computer and the name of your internet provider
These data are processed for the following purposes:
- Ensuring a smooth connection to the website
- Ensuring a comfortable use of our website
- Evaluation of system security and stability
- Other administrative purposes
The legal basis for the data processing is Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. f GDPR. Our legitimate interest follows from the purposes listed above. Under no circumstances do we use the collected data to draw conclusions about your identity.
In addition, we use cookies when you visit our website. Further information regarding cookies can be found in section 3 of this privacy policy.
b) When using our contact forms
For inquiries of any kind, we offer the option to contact us through a form provided on our website. A valid email address is required so that we know who the request is from and can reply. Any further information is optional.
Data processing for the purpose of contacting us occurs pursuant to Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. a GDPR on the basis of your voluntary consent. The personal data collected for the use of the contact form will be automatically deleted once your inquiry has been completed.
2. Disclosure of Data
Your personal data will not be transferred to third parties for purposes other than those listed below. We only share your personal data with third parties if:
- you have given express consent according to Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. a GDPR,
- the disclosure is necessary to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims according to Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. f GDPR and there is no reason to assume an overriding legitimate interest in not disclosing your data,
- a legal obligation exists according to Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. c GDPR, or
- it is legally permitted and necessary for the performance of a contract with you according to Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. b GDPR.
3. Cookies – Collection and Storage of Personal Data and Purpose of Use
We use cookies on our website. Cookies are small files automatically created by your browser and stored on your device (laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.) when you visit our site. Cookies do not harm your device and do not contain viruses, trojans, or other malware.
The cookie stores information that relates to the specific device used. However, this does not mean that we are directly informed about your identity.
The data processed by cookies are required for the stated purposes to protect our legitimate interests and those of third parties pursuant to Art. 6(1) sentence 1 lit. f GDPR.
Most browsers accept cookies automatically. You can configure your browser so that no cookies are stored, or so that a notification appears before a cookie is saved. Deactivating cookies may result in some functions of our website no longer being available.
Cookies used:
| Name | Purpose | Required | Storage duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEXT_LOCALE | Stores the user-selected language | Functional | Session | Our website |
4. Rights of Data Subjects
You have the right to:
- Art. 15 GDPR – Request information about your processed personal data
- Art. 16 GDPR – Request immediate correction of incorrect/incomplete data
- Art. 17 GDPR – Request deletion of stored personal data
- Art. 18 GDPR – Request restriction of processing
- Art. 20 GDPR – Receive your data in a machine-readable format or transfer to another controller
- Art. 7(3) GDPR – Withdraw consent at any time (processing stops for the future)
- Art. 77 GDPR – Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
5. Right to Object
If your personal data is processed based on legitimate interests according to Art. 6(1) lit. f GDPR, you have the right to object at any time for reasons related to your particular situation. If the objection concerns direct marketing, you have a general right to object without providing a specific reason.
To exercise your withdrawal or objection rights, send an email to the Data Protection Officer.
6. Data Security
We use SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption during visits to our website, usually with 256-bit encryption. If your browser does not support 256-bit, 128-bit v3 technology is used instead.
You can recognize encrypted data transmission by the closed lock symbol in your browser.
We also use technical and organizational security measures to protect your data from manipulation, loss, destruction, or unauthorized access. These measures are continuously improved.
7. External Links
This application contains links to third-party websites. These websites may have their own privacy policies, and we assume no responsibility or liability for them. Please review those policies before submitting personal data.
Two types of external links are used:
- External links marked with an icon, e.g., BKMF e.V.
- Links requiring popup consent, especially links embedded in images
Only when you click an external link or give consent will data be transmitted to the destination website. This may include:
- Your IP address
- The time you clicked the link
- Your device’s operating system
- Your browser version
8. Updates and Changes to this Privacy Policy
This privacy policy is valid as of November 2025. Changes may become necessary due to future website developments or legal/regulatory updates. The current version can be accessed and printed at any time on our website.
