1. Controller and Data Protection Officer
The responsible body for data processing is the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
Postal address:
Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 32 + 36, 53113 Bonn
Dag-Hammarskjöld-Weg 1–5, 65760 Eschborn
Contact:
globalforumiff@giz.de
If you have specific questions about the protection of your data, please contact GIZ's data protection officer: datenschutzbeauftragte@giz.de
2. Information about the collection of personal data
2.1 General
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a public-benefit federal enterprise for international cooperation. GIZ works as a federal enterprise under private law. Its aim is to achieve the development-policy objective of improving the living conditions of people worldwide and conserving the natural resources on which livelihoods depend.
GIZ processes personal data exclusively in accordance with the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).
Personal data are, for example, name, address, e-mail addresses and user behavior.
Personal data will only be processed by GIZ to the extent necessary. Which data is required and processed for what purpose and on what basis depends largely on the type of service you use, or on the purpose for which the data is required.
2.2 Collection of personal data when visiting our website
When visiting the Global Forum on Illicit Financial Flows and Sustainable Development website the browser used automatically transmits data that is stored in a log file. GIZ itself only processes the data that is technically required to display the website correctly and to ensure its stability and security.
Among other things, it is stored for each access the page viewed, the IP address of the accessing device, the page from which the user was redirected, as well as the date and time of the access. A detailed list of stored data can be found here.
| Name | Lifetime | Description |
|---|---|---|
| _pk_testcookie | 1 second | A cookie has been set and should be deleted immediately (used to check if the visitor's browser supports cookies) |
| mtm_consent | indefinitely | mtm_consent (or mtm_consent_removed) is created with a period of 30 years to remember that the user has given (or withdrawn) consent. |
| MATOMO_SESSID | n.a. | Matomo uses cookies. For this purpose, the usage information generated by the cookie is transferred to our servers and stored there. The information generated by the cookie is used for statistical purposes and to improve the website and the server. |
| mtm_consent_removed | n.a. | mtm_consent (or mtm_consent_removed) is created with a period of 30 years to remember that the user has given (or withdrawn) consent. |
| _pk_id.* | 13 months | This cookie is used to record visitor behavior on the website. It is used to collect statistics about the use of the website. Cookies do not contain personal data and are only used for website analysis. |
| _pk_ref.* | 13 months | This cookie is used to store the credentials of the referrer that was originally used to visit the website. |
| _pk_ses.* | 30 minutes | This cookie is used to record visitor behavior on the website. It is used to collect statistics about the use of the website. Cookies do not contain personal data and are only used for website analysis. |
| _pk_cvar.* | 30 minutes | This cookie is inactive by default and must first be activated via Matomo. It captures the custom variables generated during the previous page view. |
| _pk_hsr.* | 30 minutes | A cookie is required so that all page views of a session are recorded. A cookie is generated when the configured access page is called up. |
Further information on the storage and transfer of data:
GIZ is obliged to store data beyond the time of the visit in order to ensure protection against attacks on the GIZ’s internet infrastructure and the communications technology of the Federal Government (legal basis: Art. 6 (1) (e) GDPR in conjunction with Section 5 BSI Act). In the event of attacks on communications technology, this data is analyzed and used to initiate legal and criminal prosecution.
Data logged when accessing the GIZ's website is only transmitted to third parties if there is a legal obligation to do so or if the transmission is necessary for legal or criminal prosecution in the event of attacks on the Federal Government's communications technology. Data will not be passed on in any other cases. This data is not merged with other data sources at GIZ.
2.3 Cookies
When you visit our website, small text files, so-called cookies, are stored on your computer. They are used to make the online presence more user-friendly and effective overall Cookies cannot run programs or infect your computer with viruses.
The GIZ website uses cookies that are automatically deleted as soon as the browser in which the page is displayed is closed (so-called temporary cookies or session cookies). This type of cookie makes it possible to assign different requests from a browser to a session and to recognize the browser when you visit the website again (session ID).
The following information is stored for each page you view and each file you download:
Technical details of the browser used
Anonymous IP address
Date and time
Page opened/name of the file downloaded
Quantity of data transferred
Notification of whether viewing or download was successful
Temporary session cookies are used each time you view an individual page, to make navigation easier. Cookies are small text files that are stored locally in your browser cache. Session cookies do not include any personal data and expire at the end of each session, or after the completion of a user survey, which is conducted as a rule every two years.
We do not use methods such as Java applets or ActiveX controls that make it possible to track your browsing behaviour.
2.4 Analysis service - Matomo (user analysis)
To analyze usage data on its website, GIZ uses the Matomo web analysis service operated by InnoCraft Ltd, Wellington, New Zealand. Data is stored and evaluated completely anonymously.
The data generated with Matomo is processed and stored by Matomo on behalf of GIZ in Europe and New Zealand only.
Further information on data protection at Matomo can be found here Matomo Cloud Privacy Policy - Matomo Analytics
Further information on user analysis
Matomo uses cookies to enable a statistical analysis of the use of the GIZ website. Matomo cookies do not contain any information that permits identification of a user. Every time you visit a page on the GIZ website and every time you download a file, information about the activity is processed and stored in a temporary log file. Before it is stored, each data set is rendered anonymous by altering the IP address.
GIZ evaluates usage information for statistical purposes as part of its public relations work and for the needs-based provision of information within the scope of the tasks it performs (legal basis: Article 6 (1) e GDPR in conjunction with Article 3 BDSG).
Information on opting out
Users who do not agree with the completely anonymous storage and evaluation of the data from their visit can opt out of the storage and use of the data at any time with a click of the mouse.
The button is located at the bottom of the page.
Further information on opting out
For this purpose, what is known as an opt-out cookie is stored on the device, preventing user data from being collected when the user visits the website in question. In order for the opt-out to take effect, the cookie must be stored on every device used. As the cookie is stored in specific browsers (programs for internet access), the cookie must be stored in each browser used on each device (e.g. Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox).
When all cookies on a device are deleted, the opt-out cookie is also deleted and must be reactivated.
3. Processing of personal data when contacting us
When users contact us, the data provided will be processed in order to be able to respond to the enquiry. You can contact us via email at globalforumiff@giz.de
Contact by e-mail
It is possible to contact GIZ via the e-mail addresses provided. In this case, at least the email address but also any other personal user data transmitted with the email (e.g. family and given name, address) as well as the information contained in the email are stored solely for the purpose of contacting the user and processing the request.
The legal basis for the processing of data transmitted in the course of sending an e-mail is Art. 6 (1) e GDPR.
4. Registration Form
On our website, we offer users the opportunity to register by providing personal data. The data is entered into an input mask and transmitted to us and stored. The data will not be passed on to third parties. No use will be made of your details for consulting purposes, for advertising or for market research. The following data is collected as part of the registration process:
Name
Lastname
Organization
Email
At the time of registration, the following data is also stored:
- User's IP address
- Date and time of registration
As part of the registration process, users' consent to the processing of this data is obtained. The processing is carried out on the basis of consent in accordance with Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR and for the purpose of carrying out the registration for the event.
As a user, you have the option to withdraw your consent at any time (see chapter "Reference to user rights"). In this case, however, it is not possible to participate in the event.
After you enter your email address, a confirmation message will pop up. You can withdraw your registration at any time. If you do so, all personal data will be deleted from our data bank.
5. Disclosure to third parties
GIZ does not pass on personal data to third parties unless it is legally obliged or entitled to do so by law.
6. Transfer of data to third countries
GIZ does not transfer personal data to third countries. When using social media, the data protection regulations of the respective providers apply.
7. Duration of data retention
User data will not be kept any longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it is processed or as required by law.
The event registration data is stored in typo3 until the event date and then deleted. Tracking data (with the user’s permission) remains as indicated on the table above.
8. IT security of user data
The protection of personal data is an important concern for GIZ. Therefore, technical and organizational security measures ensure that the data is protected against accidental and intentional manipulation, unintended erasure and unauthorized access. These measures are updated according with the technical developments and are constantly adapted in line with the risks.
9. Reference to user rights
Visitors to the GIZ website have the right to
- Access to information about your data stored by us (Art. 15 GDPR),
- Rectification of your data stored by us (Art. 16 GDPR),
- Erasure of your data stored by us (Art. 17 GDPR),
- Restriction of the processing of your data stored by us (Art. 18 GDPR),
- Object to the storage of your data, provided that this data is processed based on Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 lit. f) and e) GDPR (Art. 21 GDPR),
- receive the data concerning you in a commonly used and machine-readable format from the controller in order to have it transmitted to another controller if necessary (right to data portability, Art. 20 GDPR),
- withdraw your consent, provided that the processing of the data has been carried out on the basis of consent (Art. 6 para. 1 a) GDPR). The lawfulness of the processing based on the consent given remains unaffected until the reception of the withdrawal.
- In accordance with Art. 77 GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection supervisory authority. The competent authority for GIZ is the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI).
If you have any questions about the processing of your personal data, you can contact GIZ's data protection officer at datenschutzbeauftragte@giz.de.