PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: 03.12.25
1. Introduction
Berlin Salsa Festival “Fiesta Elegante” (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the Fiesta Elegante website and mobile application (the “Service”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you use our Service, and the choices you have regarding that data.
By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
Controller:
Berlin Salsa Festival “Fiesta Elegante”
Privacy contact: berlinsalsafestival24@gmail.com
We are responsible for the processing of your personal data as described in this policy.
3. What Data We Collect
3.1 Personal Data You Provide
Depending on your interaction with our Service (e.g., contacting us, subscribing to updates), we may collect:
Name
Email address
Any information you voluntarily submit (e.g., forms, inquiries)
We do not require registration to browse the website.
3.2 Usage Data (Automatically Collected)
When you access the Service, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type/version
Device identifiers
Pages visited and time spent
Access dates and times
Diagnostic log data
3.3 Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use:
Essential cookies (required for security and basic functionality)
Non-essential cookies/SDKs (analytics, personalization, advertising) — only with your consent where legally required
You may manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser or device settings.
3.4 Device Data (Mobile App Only)
If enabled by you:
Approximate or precise location (GPS)
Device identifiers and technical data
You can disable location access in your device settings.
4. Legal Bases for Processing (EU/UK GDPR)
We process personal data only when we have a valid legal basis under the GDPR. Depending on your interaction with our Service, the following legal bases apply:
Contract (Art. 6(1)(b))
We process data as necessary to provide and operate the Service, such as loading pages, enabling features, and handling transactions or interactions you request.Legitimate Interests (Art. 6(1)(f))
We process data to protect the security of the Service, prevent fraud or misuse, and improve our technical performance—only where these interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.Legal Obligation (Art. 6(1)(c))
Certain data must be processed to comply with laws, such as tax, accounting, or mandatory recordkeeping requirements.Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))
We ask for your consent before sending marketing communications, enabling non-essential cookies or analytics tools, or conducting personalized advertising. You may withdraw your consent at any time.
These are the primary legal bases used to ensure transparency and GDPR compliance when processing your personal data.
5. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
Provide and maintain the Service
Notify you about changes
Allow participation in interactive features
Provide customer support
Improve performance and user experience
Monitor for security, misuse, or fraud
Comply with applicable laws
We do not use your personal data for automated decisions that produce legal or significant effects.
6. Sources of Data
We collect personal data from:
You (when contacting or interacting with us)
Your device (usage data, cookies, analytics)
Your consent where required (marketing, non-essential cookies)
7. Retention
We store personal data only as long as necessary for:
The purposes stated in this Policy
Legal and tax obligations
Security and fraud-prevention requirements
Cookies and analytics tools have variable retention periods depending on their purpose.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Withdraw marketing consent at any time
Restrict or object to certain processing
Request data portability
Manage cookie preferences
File a complaint with your data protection authority
To exercise your rights, contact: berlinsalsafestival24@gmail.com
9. International Transfers
Your data may be transferred outside the EU/UK.
When this occurs, we use:
EU Standard Contractual Clauses (2021/914)
UK International Data Transfer Agreement/Addendum
Transfer risk assessments and supplementary security measures where required.
We ensure our providers maintain adequate data protection standards.
10. Sharing of Data
We may share personal data with:
10.1 Service Providers
These include:
Hosting providers
Analytics services
Payment processors
Email and communication tools
Security and fraud prevention partners
Customer support platforms
They may only process data according to our instructions.
10.2 Business Transfers
If our business is involved in a merger, sale, or acquisition, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
10.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose data to:
Comply with legal obligations
Protect our rights or property
Investigate potential abuses
Safeguard user or public safety
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not directed to children.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from:
Children under 16 (EU)
Children under 13 (UK & US)
If you believe a child has submitted data, contact us for deletion.
12. Links to Other Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or policies.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of every website you visit.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
We will:
Post the updated version on this page
Update the “Last updated” date
Notify you if significant changes occur
Your continued use of the Service indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: berlinsalsafestival24@gmail.com
Subject line recommended: Privacy Request – Fiesta Elegante