Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing personal data is:
Association for Biotechnologies in Architecture and Construction (ABAC)
Email: biotechnologiesinarchitecture@gmail.com

2. Data We Collect

We collect personal data when you interact with our website, including:

Name and email address (e.g. membership forms, newsletter sign-up)
Information provided during event registration
Billing information required for memberships or event participation
Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and usage data (via cookies)

3. Purpose of Data Processing

We process your data for the following purposes:

Managing memberships and community participation
Organizing events and handling registrations
Sending newsletters and updates about ABAC activities
Processing payments and issuing invoices
Improving website performance and user experience

4. Legal Basis

We process personal data based on:

Consent (e.g. newsletter subscriptions)
Contractual necessity (e.g. memberships, event registrations)
Legitimate interest (e.g. website functionality and analytics)

5. Use of Wix Platform

This website is hosted and operated through Wix.com Ltd.
All data submitted through forms, subscriptions, or payments is processed via Wix systems.

Wix may store and process data in different jurisdictions, including outside Switzerland and the EU. Wix complies with applicable data protection regulations and provides appropriate safeguards.

More information: https://www.wix.com/about/privacy

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

Membership and participation data: for the duration of engagement with ABAC
Financial records (e.g. invoices): retained according to legal obligations (typically up to 10 years in Switzerland)
Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent at any time (e.g. unsubscribe from emails)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: biotechnologiesinarchitecture@gmail.com

8. Cookies and Tracking

This website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality and improve user experience.
Cookies may also be used by Wix for analytics and performance purposes.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data.
Data is processed through secure platforms provided by Wix.

10. Event Documentation

ABAC events may be documented through photography or video for communication purposes (e.g. website, social media).
If you prefer not to appear in such materials, please inform us during registration or contact us directly.

11. Updates

This privacy policy may be updated periodically. The latest version is always available on this website.