Privacy-First Approach: This website does not use cookies, does not track your IP address, and does not load external web fonts. We only collect anonymous analytics data to ensure service quality.

Data Protection Officer

DI Michael Wallner
Email: m.wallner@coderscantina.com

1. Data Controller and Contact Information

This privacy policy applies to the website operated by Coder's Cantina e.U. For all data protection matters, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

DI Michael Wallner
Email: m.wallner@coderscantina.com

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Website Analytics

We use a self-hosted instance of Umami analytics to monitor website performance and ensure service quality. This falls under the legitimate interest exemption of GDPR Article 6(1)(f) for ensuring proper website functionality.

What Umami Collects:

• Page views and session duration (anonymous)
• Referrer information (which site you came from)
• Browser type and operating system
• Screen resolution and device type
• Geographic location (country level only)

2.2 What We Don't Collect

• No IP Address Logging: Your IP address is not stored or logged
• No Cookies: We do not use any cookies or tracking technologies
• No Personal Identifiers: No personally identifiable information is collected
• No Cross-Site Tracking: We do not track you across other websites
• No Third-Party Analytics: All analytics are processed locally on our servers

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process anonymous analytics data based on:

• Legitimate Interest (GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)): Ensuring website functionality, performance optimization, and service quality
• No consent required: As the data is fully anonymous and used solely for technical purposes

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Hosting Infrastructure

Our website is hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure:

• Location: EU-based AWS data centers
• Security: Industry-standard encryption and security measures
• Compliance: AWS is GDPR compliant

4.2 Analytics Data Storage

Analytics data collected by our self-hosted Umami instance:

• Stored on our own servers within the EU
• Encrypted in transit and at rest
• Automatically anonymized at collection
• Retained for a maximum of 24 months

5. Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, or transfer your data to third parties. The only exception is our hosting provider (AWS) who processes data on our behalf under a data processing agreement.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

Since we only collect anonymous, non-personal data, most GDPR rights do not apply. However, you have the right to:

• Information: Request information about our data processing (this privacy policy)
• Object: Object to our analytics processing
• Complaint: Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

Opting Out: You can opt out of analytics tracking by enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings, which our Umami instance respects.

7. Data Retention

Anonymous analytics data is retained for:

• Active Data: 12 months for performance analysis
• Archived Data: Up to 24 months total for long-term trend analysis
• Automatic Deletion: All data older than 24 months is automatically purged

8. Technical Measures

8.1 Privacy by Design

• No cookies or local storage used
• No external font loading (all fonts served locally or using system fonts)
• No IP address logging or storage
• No fingerprinting techniques employed

8.2 Data Minimization

We collect only the minimum data necessary to ensure website functionality and performance. All data is immediately anonymized and cannot be linked back to individual users.

9. International Data Transfers

All data processing occurs within the European Union. We do not transfer data to countries outside the EU/EEA.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

DI Michael Wallner
Email: m.wallner@coderscantina.com

Last updated: August 13, 2025