Privacy protection

1. Overview of Data Protection

General Information

‍The following provides a concise overview of what happens to your personal data when you visit our website or interact with us. Personal data is any information that can identify you personally. Detailed information is provided in the sections below.

Who is responsible for data processing?

‍Data processing on this website is carried out by the Hedge Fund Club St. Gallen.
Contact details can be found in the website’s legal notice.

How do we collect your data?

We collect data in two ways:

1. Data you provide
When you submit forms, apply for membership, register for events, or contact us.
Membership and event data are managed through UniClubs (https://uniclubs.ch/).

2. Data collected automatically
When visiting our website, technical data (e.g., browser type, operating system, time of access, IP address) may be logged automatically by our hosting provider.
We use Plausible Analytics, which provides cookie-free, anonymous website statistics.

Why do we collect your data?

Data is used to:

- Ensure the proper functioning of the website
- Communicate with members and respond to inquiries
- Manage membership and event registrations via UniClubsAnalyse website usage (anonymous, no tracking)

Your Rights

You have the right at any time to request:

- Information about your stored data
- Correction, deletion, or restriction of processingData portability (machine-readable export)
- Withdrawal of consent for future processing

You may contact us at any time using the address in the legal notice.
You also have the right to file a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.

2. Mandatory Information

Data Protection

We treat your personal data confidentially and in accordance with applicable Swiss data protection law. When you use this website or interact with us, various personal data may be collected. This policy explains how and why this happens.

Please note that data transmission over the internet (e.g., email communication) may carry security risks. A complete protection of data against third-party access is not possible.

Revocation of Consent

If data processing is based on your consent, you may withdraw it at any time by sending us an informal email.
Processing that took place before the withdrawal remains lawful.

Right to Data Portability

Upon request, we will provide data processed with your consent in a standard, machine-readable format, or transfer it to another controller where technically feasible.

Information, Blocking, Deletion

Within legal limits, you may request free information on your stored personal data, its origin, recipients, and processing purpose. You may also request correction, blocking, or deletion.

3. Data Collection on Our Website

SSL/TLS Encryption

Our website uses SSL/TLS encryption. You can recognize an encrypted connection by the “https://” prefix and lock icon in your browser.
Encrypted data cannot be read by third parties.

Cookies

We aim to operate our website without tracking cookies.
Anonymous analytics are provided via Plausible, which uses no cookies, no identifiers, and no personal data.

If essential cookies are ever required by embedded services, you may block them in your browser settings; however, some features may not function correctly.

Server Log Files

The website provider automatically collects:

 - Browser type/version
 - Operating system
 - Referrer URL
 - Hostname of the accessing device
 - Time of server request
 - IP address

These logs are required for technical security and error-free operation and are not combined with other data.

Contact Forms

If you submit a contact form, the data entered (including your contact details) is stored to process your inquiry.
We do not share this data without your permission.
You may request deletion of this data at any time.

Membership & Event Registrations (UniClubs)

When applying for membership or registering for events, your data is processed and stored securely through UniClubs (https://uniclubs.ch/).UniClubs operates in accordance with Swiss data protection regulations.

4. Plugins and Tools

Web Fonts (Webflow)

Our website uses fonts hosted directly by Webflow.
These fonts are delivered from Webflow’s servers. When loading fonts, your browser may transmit technical information such as your IP address to Webflow.

Webflow processes this data to enable correct font display and ensure secure website delivery.

Spam Protection / Form Security

If spam-protection or security mechanisms are used (e.g., Webflow form security features), technical data may be transmitted to the relevant provider to verify that the request is legitimate. This is done for security purposes and constitutes a legitimate interest.