Information according to Section 5 of the German Telemedia Act (TMG)

Hindu Temple Verein – Karlsruhe e.V.
Weimarer Ring 29
76297 Stutensee
Germany

Email: vorstand@hindutemplekarlsruhe.de
Website: https://hindutemplekarlsruhe.de

Represented by the Board in accordance with §26 of the German Civil Code (BGB)

Chairperson: Vijaya Kumara Mahadesh Venkataswamy
Other board members in accordance with the association statutes.

Register entry

Register Court: District Court (Amtsgericht) Mannheim
Association Register Number: VR 704306

Person responsible for content according to §55 paragraph 2 RStV

Vijaya Kumara Mahadesh Venkataswamy
Weimarer Ring 29
76297 Stutensee
Germany

EU Online Dispute Resolution Platform:
https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

Liability for Content

The contents of our website have been created with the greatest possible care.
However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the content.

As a service provider, we are responsible for our own content on these pages according to general laws pursuant to §7 paragraph 1 TMG.

According to §§8 to 10 TMG, we are not obligated to monitor transmitted or stored third-party information or to investigate circumstances indicating illegal activity.

Upon becoming aware of legal violations, we will remove such content immediately.

Liability for Links

Our website contains links to external websites of third parties over whose content we have no control.

Therefore, we cannot assume any liability for these external contents.

The respective provider or operator of the linked pages is always responsible for their content.

If we become aware of any legal violations, we will remove such links immediately.

Copyright

The content and works created by the website operators on these pages are subject to German copyright law.

Third-party contributions are marked as such.

Reproduction, editing, distribution or any form of use beyond the limits of copyright law require the written consent of the respective author or creator.

Downloads and copies of this site are permitted only for private, non-commercial use.

If you nevertheless become aware of a copyright infringement, please inform us accordingly.

Upon notification of violations, we will remove such content immediately.

Privacy Policy

The protection of your personal data is very important to us.

We treat your personal data confidentially and in accordance with the applicable data protection laws, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Controller

Hindu Temple Verein – Karlsruhe e.V.
Weimarer Ring 29
76297 Stutensee
Germany

Email: vorstand@hindutemplekarlsruhe.de

2. Collection and Processing of Personal Data

When visiting our website, the following data may be automatically collected:

• IP address

• Browser type and operating system

• Referrer URL

• Date and time of the server request

These data are used solely to ensure the proper functioning of the website and to improve our services.

3. Contact Forms and Registrations

If you contact us via forms or email, or register for events, the information you provide will be stored in order to process your request.

4. Donations and Payments

If you make a donation or payment through our website, the necessary data required for processing the payment will be collected.

These data are used solely for completing the donation process and fulfilling legal obligations (such as issuing donation receipts).

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve usability.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

You can configure your browser so that you are informed about the use of cookies and allow cookies only in individual cases.

Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• obtain information about stored personal data

• request correction of inaccurate data

• request deletion of your data

• restrict processing of your data

• object to data processing

To exercise these rights, you may contact us at any time.

Notice Regarding Donations

Donations to Hindu Temple Verein – Karlsruhe e.V. are used exclusively to support the statutory purposes of the association.

The association operates on a non-profit basis in accordance with German tax regulations.

Donation receipts are issued in accordance with applicable tax law.

Photo and Video Recordings at Events

During events organized by the association, photographs and video recordings may be taken.

These recordings may be used for the association’s public communication, including publication on the website, social media channels, or documentation of activities.

By attending events, visitors generally consent to such recordings.

If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform the event organizers.

ADDITIONAL LEGAL DISCLOSURES

Website Hosting

This website is hosted by an external hosting provider.

Personal data collected on this website may be stored on the servers of the hosting provider.

This may include in particular:

• IP addresses

• contact requests

• communication data

• website access logs

• other data generated through the website

The hosting provider is used for the purpose of secure, efficient and reliable provision of our online services.

Payment Services and Donations

Donations or payments on this website may be processed through external payment service providers (for example PayPal or similar services).

When you make a payment, your payment data may be transmitted to the respective payment provider to the extent required for processing the transaction.

This may include:

• name

• email address

• payment amount

• transaction information

• IP address

Processing is carried out solely for the purpose of payment processing and based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract execution).

Payment providers process your data according to their own privacy policies.

Membership and User Accounts

If you create a user account or apply for membership through this website, the personal data you provide will be stored.

These data are used for:

• membership administration

• event organization

• communication with members

• issuance of donation receipts or payment confirmations

Processing is carried out based on Article 6(1)(b) GDPR.

Data will only be stored as long as required for association purposes or legal retention requirements.

Newsletter and Email Communication

If you subscribe to email notifications or newsletters, your email address will be stored.

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

Every email communication will include instructions on how to unsubscribe.

Plugins and External Services

Our website is built using WordPress and may integrate external plugins or services such as:

• map or video services

• analytics tools

• payment systems

• form systems

These services may process personal data such as IP addresses or technical usage data.

Please consult the privacy policies of the respective providers for further information.

Data Security

We implement technical and organizational security measures to protect your data against manipulation, loss or unauthorized access.

These security measures are continuously improved in line with technological developments.

Social Media and Community Content Policy

Submission of Content

Our website, social media channels, and events may include content submitted or created by members, volunteers, or visitors, such as:

• photos or videos of events

• bhajans, music or presentations

• lyrics sheets or documents

• comments or posts

• links to external resources.

By submitting content, you confirm that:

• you are the creator of the content or

• you have the necessary rights or permission to share it.

License to Use Submitted Content

By submitting content, you grant
Hindu Temple Verein – Karlsruhe e.V. a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to:

• publish

• store

• display

• share

• use the content for association communication purposes.

This includes use on:

• the website

• social media platforms

• event announcements

• association reports and documentation.

Responsibility for Content

The person submitting the content is solely responsible for the legality and ownership of that content.

The association is not responsible for:

• copyright violations

• unauthorized use of third-party content

• illegal or offensive material.

The association reserves the right to remove any content that:

• violates applicable law

• is offensive or inappropriate

• conflicts with the values or mission of the association.

Photos and Videos at Events

Photos and videos may be taken during events organized by the association.

These recordings may be used for:

• documentation of activities

• publication on the website

• social media posts

• public communication of the association.

If you do not wish to appear in photographs or recordings, please inform the event organizers.

Copyright

All content on this website (texts, images, videos, logos) is protected by copyright law.

Any use beyond personal, non-commercial purposes requires prior written permission from the association or the respective copyright holder.

Legal Notice

The German version of this legal text shall prevail in the event of interpretation differences.
The English version is provided for informational purposes only.