DATA PROTECTION

Introduction

The association YOUTH CLASSICS, as the operator of this website, takes the protection of the data of our website users very seriously and is committed to protecting the information that users provide to us in connection with the use of our website. Furthermore, we are committed to protecting and using your data in accordance with applicable Swiss law.

This privacy policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your data through the use of our digital assets (the “Services”) when you access the Services via your devices.

Please read the privacy policy carefully and ensure that you fully understand our practices regarding your data before using our Services. If you have read and fully understood this policy but do not agree with our approach, you must cease using our digital assets and services. By using our Services, you acknowledge the terms of this privacy policy. Continued use of the Services constitutes your consent to this privacy policy and any amendments thereto.

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This privacy policy explains:

• How we collect data

• What data we collect

• Why we collect these data

• To whom we disclose the data

• Where the data are stored

• How long the data are retained

• How we protect the data

• How we handle minors

• Updates or changes to the privacy policy
   

What data do we collect?

Below is an overview of the types of data we may collect:

• Non-identifiable and non-identifying information collected through the use of our Services (“non-personal data”). These data do not allow for identification of the person from whom they were collected. These mainly consist of technical and aggregated usage information.

• Individually identifiable information, i.e., data that identify or could reasonably be used to identify an individual (“personal data”). Personal data we collect through our Services may include information you submit via forms on our website. If we combine personal data with non-personal data, we treat the combined information as personal data for as long as it remains combined.
   

How do we collect data?

We primarily collect data in the following ways:

• We collect data when you use our Services. This includes data related to sessions, usage, and related metadata.

• We collect data you provide directly to us, for example, through communication channels such as forms on our website.

• We may collect data from third-party sources as described below.

• We collect data when you sign in to our services via a third-party provider such as Facebook or Google.
   

Why do we collect these data?

We may use your data for the following purposes:

• To provide and operate our Services;

• To further develop, customize, and improve our Services;

• To respond to feedback, requests, and inquiries and provide support;

• To analyze usage patterns and service demands;

• For internal, statistical, and research purposes;

• To improve data security and fraud prevention;

• To investigate violations and enforce our terms and policies, and comply with applicable laws or regulations.
   

To whom do we disclose these data?

We may share your data with service providers to operate our Services (e.g., third-party hosting services, technical support, etc.).

We may also disclose your data under the following circumstances:
(i) to investigate, detect, prevent, or address illegal activities or misconduct;
(ii) to establish or exercise our rights of defense;
(iii) to protect our rights, property, personal safety, and that of users or the public;
(iv) in case of a change in control of our organization or any affiliate (e.g., merger, acquisition, or sale of all or substantially all assets);
(v) to collect, store, and/or manage your data via authorized third-party providers (e.g., cloud services), where appropriate for business purposes;
(vi) to collaborate with third parties to enhance the user experience.

Please note: we may transfer or share non-personal data at our discretion.

Cookies and similar technologies

When you visit or access our Services, we authorize third parties to use web beacons, cookies, pixel tags, scripts, and other analytics technologies (“tracking technologies”). These technologies may allow third parties to automatically collect your data to improve navigation on our digital assets, optimize performance, personalize user experience, and for security and fraud prevention purposes.

For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

We do not share your email address or other personal data with advertising companies or networks without your consent.

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Where do we store the data?

Non-personal data:
Our service providers are located around the world. For the purposes described in this privacy policy, we may store and process non-personal data in various legal jurisdictions.

Personal data:
Personal data may be maintained, processed, and stored in the United States, Ireland, South Korea, Taiwan, Israel, and other jurisdictions as required for proper provision of our Services or as required by law.
 

How long do we retain the data?

We retain the collected data for as long as necessary to provide our Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

We may correct, supplement, or delete inaccurate or incomplete data at our discretion.
 

How do we protect the data?

The hosting service for our digital assets provides us with the online platform through which we offer our Services. Your data may be stored through our hosting provider’s data storage, databases, and general applications. They store your data on secure servers behind a firewall and provide secure HTTPS access to most areas of their services.

Despite the measures we and our hosting provider take, we cannot and do not guarantee absolute protection and security of the data you upload, publish, or otherwise share with us or others.

Therefore, we ask that you avoid sharing sensitive information that you believe could result in significant or lasting harm if disclosed.

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How do we handle minors?

Minors may use our Services. However, to access certain features, they may be required to provide certain information. Some data collection (including via cookies and similar technologies) may happen automatically. If we knowingly collect, use, or disclose data from a child, we will notify and seek parental consent in accordance with applicable law.

We do not require minors to provide more information than necessary to participate in an activity.

We may use a parent’s contact details to communicate about the minor's activities. Parents may view, prohibit further collection, or request deletion of data collected from their child.

Please contact us to view, update, or delete your child’s data. For your child’s protection, we may require proof of your identity. We may deny access to data if we believe your identity is uncertain. Please note that some data may not be deleted due to legal obligations.

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Legal basis for processing

We only use your personal data for the purposes described in this privacy policy if:

• Processing is necessary to perform a contract with you (e.g., providing the Services or customer support);

• Processing is required to comply with legal or regulatory obligations;

• Processing supports our legitimate business interests (provided this is done in a way that is proportionate and respects your privacy rights).
   

Rights of EU residents

If you reside in the EU, you may have the right to:

• Confirm whether we process your personal data and access that data and other related information;

• Receive the personal data you provided to us in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format;

• Request correction of your stored personal data;

• Request deletion of your personal data;

• Object to the processing of your personal data;

• Request restriction of processing of your personal data;

• File a complaint with a supervisory authority.
   

These rights may be limited by legitimate interests or regulatory obligations. For questions about the personal data we collect and how we use it, please contact us as described below.

We may transfer data to affiliates or third parties across borders and from your country/jurisdiction to others worldwide. By using our Services, you consent to such cross-border data transfers.

If you are located in the EEA, personal data will only be transferred outside the EEA where adequate or comparable data protection standards exist. We will ensure contractual safeguards are in place with third parties to minimize the risk of unlawful use, alteration, deletion, loss, or theft of your personal data.
 

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident using our Services, you may be entitled to request access to and deletion of your personal data under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

To exercise these rights, please refer to the contact information below.

We do not sell users’ personal data for the purposes and intentions of the CCPA.
 

Updates or changes to this privacy policy

We may revise this privacy policy at our discretion. The version published on our website is always the current one (see “Last updated” date). We encourage you to review this privacy policy regularly for any changes. For material changes, we will post a notice on our website. Continued use of the Services following any notice constitutes your acknowledgment and consent to the revised policy.

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Contact

If you have general questions about the Services or the data we collect and how we use it, please contact us at:

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YOUTH CLASSICS office

Langweidstrasse 6

8912 Obfelden

Switzerland

+41 (0) 43 540 80 23

+ 41 (0) 76 411 68 16

anna.bertogna@youth-classics.com

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