Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy governs the use of this website. In general, the website may be used without providing personal data. However, the use of certain services offered by the Board Foundation through this website may require the processing of personal data.
This website is subject to the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP, revFADP). Where applicable, the principles of the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are also taken into account.
The Board Foundation applies appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws and current technical standards. As a rule, personal data transmitted via the website is encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology. Please note, however, that data transmission over the internet—particularly email communication—may be subject to security vulnerabilities.
This Privacy Policy is reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis to reflect legal developments and changes in the services offered. The version published on the website at any given time shall be the applicable version and takes effect upon publication.
Processing of Personal Data
General
Users may register on the Board Foundation website for various services by voluntarily providing personal data. The scope of the personal data shared with the data controller depends on the information requested in the relevant registration or inquiry form.
“Personal data” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual, such as name, address, email address, or telephone number. “Processing” includes any operation performed on personal data, whether automated or manual, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, modification, anonymization, or deletion.
Personal data is processed solely for the purposes stated at the time of collection or for purposes that are evident from the circumstances. Wherever feasible, data is anonymized so that it can no longer be linked to an identifiable individual.
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the stated purpose or to comply with statutory retention requirements. Once these purposes or legal retention periods expire, the data is deleted, provided it is no longer required for contractual or pre-contractual obligations.
Data Sharing with Partner Institutions
For programs and events organized in cooperation with partner institutions, relevant participant data may be shared with such partners to the extent necessary to deliver the program or event.
For joint programs conducted with IMP-HSG, personal data may be shared with and stored by the Canton of St. Gallen, in accordance with applicable public-law and data protection requirements.
Data Collected Directly
Inquiries
Users may contact the Board Foundation by email or through inquiry forms regarding programs, events, or administrative matters. The personal data provided depends on the content of the inquiry.
Inquiry data may be processed using third-party software or technical interfaces. Based on the information provided, the Board Foundation may inform users about programs or services that may be relevant to their inquiry, by email, postal mail, or telephone. Such notifications may be generated manually or automatically. Users may opt out of these communications at any time.
Newsletter
Users may subscribe to the Board Foundation newsletter. Newsletters are distributed using dedicated software designed to ensure compliant and secure data processing.
Users may unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link included in each issue or by contacting the Board Foundation directly. Newsletters may contain tracking pixels that allow statistical analysis of newsletter performance. Such analysis may be conducted anonymously or, where technically required, with reference to personal data.
Cookies and Consent Management
The Board Foundation uses the consent management tool Real Cookie Banner to manage cookies, similar technologies, and user consent preferences. Additional information is available at: https://devowl.io/rcb/data-processing/
The processing of personal data in this context is based on the Board Foundation’s legitimate interest in managing cookie preferences and ensuring lawful operation of the website. Providing personal data for consent management is voluntary; however, without such data, consent preferences cannot be managed.
Data Collected Through Third-Party Services
Cookies
Cookies may be used to enhance website functionality and improve the user experience. Users can disable cookies at any time through their browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain features of the website.
Google Analytics
The website uses Google Analytics to analyze website usage on an aggregated and generally anonymized basis. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as pages visited, duration of visits, and referral sources. Where available, IP anonymization is applied.
Users may disable Google Analytics through browser settings or appropriate opt-out tools. Limiting cookies may affect website functionality.
Script and Font Libraries
To ensure proper display and functionality, the website may use external script and font libraries (e.g., Google Web Fonts). Accessing these libraries may result in technical data being transmitted to the respective providers.
Social Media Plugins
The website may include social media plugins provided by third parties. When users interact with such plugins, information—including personal data—may be transmitted directly to the respective social media providers. The Board Foundation has no control over the scope or use of such data. Additional information is available in the privacy policies of the respective providers.
Rights of Data Subjects
Under the Swiss revised Federal Act on Data Protection (revFADP), individuals have the right to:
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request information about their personal data,
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request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data,
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request deletion of personal data where legally permissible,
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object to or request restriction of certain processing activities, and
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request data portability, where applicable.
Requests may be submitted at any time using the contact information below.
Board Foundation
Marktgasse 12
9000 St.Gallen
Switzerland
