Privacy Protection

This privacy policy is valid for the website futurium.de (hereinafter referred to as “website”), operated by Futurium gGmbH, Alexanderufer 2, D 10117 Berlin (hereinafter referred to as “FUTURIUM”), and does not cover any linked third-party websites.

The website is operated in accordance with the applicable data protection and data security laws, in particular the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG) and the Act on Data Protection and the Protection of Privacy in Telecommunications and Digital Services (TDDDG). In the following we explain what information is collected, what happens to personal data, how the latter is collected, processed and used, and the extent to which users can influence the use of this data.

1. Controller and data protection officer

The controller according to Article 4 (7) of the GDPR is Futurium gGmbH, Alexanderufer 2, D 10117 Berlin, office@futurium.de (see our Imprint).
You can contact the Data Protection Officer at datenschutz@futurium.de or at Futurium gGmbH’s postal address by marking correspondence for the attention of “the Data Protection Officer”.
 

2. Processing of personal data when visiting our website

When using the website for information purposes only – that is, if users do not register or otherwise transmit information to FUTURIUM – FUTURIUM only collects personal data that the users’ browsers transmit to FUTURIUM’s server. If users wish to view the website, FUTURIUM collects the following data that is technically necessary in order to display the website and to guarantee its stability and security (the legal basis in this regard is Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. f of the GDPR):

IP address in anonymised form that cannot provide information on a specific user,

date and time of the request,

time zone difference to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT),

content of the request (specific page),

access status / HTTP status code,

amount of data transferred in each case,

website from which access was requested,

browser,

operating system and its interface,

language and version of the browser software.

The legal basis for data processing is Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. f of the GDPR. FUTURIUM’s legitimate interest follows from the purposes for data collection as listed above. Under no circumstances will FUTURIUM use the collected data for the purpose of drawing conclusions about the user’s identity.
 

3. Processing of personal data

Personal data that users transmit to FUTURIUM, in particular their names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and information on age or profession, is only collected, stored, processed and used if this is necessary for concluding, defining or changing the contractual relationship with FUTURIUM concerning the use of services, as well as to enable the use of services, and also where there is a legal duty of disclosure (Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. b and c of the GDPR).
 

4. Passing on of data to third parties

FUTURIUM does not disclose the personal data of users to third parties, unless users have previously given their express consent, for instance for advertising campaigns (Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. a of the GDPR), or there is a legal obligation to disclose this data (Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. c of the GDPR).
 

5. Newsletter

By giving their consent, users can subscribe to the FUTURIUM newsletter, which informs them about events and provides background information and news on this centre for shaping the future.

FUTURIUM applies the so-called double-opt-in procedure for subscriptions to the newsletter. This means that FUTURIUM sends users an email to the email address they provided as part of their registration, asking them to confirm their request to receive the newsletter. If users fail to confirm their registration within seven days, any information concerning them will be frozen and automatically deleted. Furthermore, FUTURIUM stores the IP address, date/time and the URL of the registration as well as the IP address and time of confirmation. The purpose of the procedure is to be able to provide evidence of users’ registration and, if necessary, to clarify possible misuse of their personal data.

The mandatory details that need to be provided to receive the newsletter are the email address together with whatever further user details are requested in the form. Once you have confirmed your subscription, FUTURIUM will store your email address and the details you have provided for the purpose of sending you the newsletter. The legal basis in this regard is Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. a of the GDPR.

Users may at any time revoke their consent to receiving the newsletter and unsubscribe from it. You can revoke your consent by clicking on the link provided in every newsletter email, by emailing datenschutz@futurium.de / office@futurium.de, or by sending a message using the contact details provided in the imprint.
 

6. Contact forms and email distribution list

By providing their consent, and using the contact forms provided on the website, users can sign up for an email distribution list (such as the press distribution list) to receive further information and to keep themselves up to date with selected news regarding the FUTURIUM.

The mandatory details needed to receive the information are the user's email address and whatever further details are requested in the contact form and which are specifically highlighted therein as mandatory. Once you have confirmed, FUTURIUM will store your email address and the information you have provided for the purpose of receiving the requested information. The legal basis in this regard is Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. a of the GDPR. Furthermore, FUTURIUM stores the IP address, date/time and the URL of the registration as well as the IP address and time of confirmation. The purpose of the procedure is to demonstrate that you have subscribed to the newsletter and, if necessary, to clarify possible misuse of their personal data.

At any time, users may revoke their consent to being included in a mailing list and being sent information by unsubscribing from the email service. You can revoke your consent by clicking on the link provided in every email, by emailing datenschutz@futurium.de / office@futurium.de, or by sending a message using the contact details provided in the imprint.
 

7. Photography at the Futurium

Purpose of data processing: Public relations and press work in connection with reporting on Futurium and its events, as well as in publications, e.g. print and online publications, on the website (www.futurium.de) and/or on social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter).

Legal basis for data processing: Public interest within the meaning of Article 6 (1) lit. e of the GDPR: Press and public relations, marketing activities, and showcasing the work of the Futurium to give interested parties a glimpse behind the scenes.

Retention period or criteria for determining the retention period: The data will be deleted as soon as the data is no longer required for the purposes for which it was originally collected or otherwise processed.

Recipient categories: internal: Futurium staff who, in the course of their work, are required to receive and process the photographs; External: press and media representatives covering the event; partners involved in the collaboration; digital agency; social media agency; communications agency.

 

8. Use of cookies

FUTURIUM uses cookies on its website. These are small files, automatically created by the users' browsers, that are stored on the terminal devices (laptop, tablet, smart phone, etc.) of users when they visit the website. Cookies do not damage terminal devices, nor do they contain viruses, Trojans or other malware.

The information stored in the cookie depends on the terminal device used in each specific case. However, this does not mean that FUTURIUM would thereby obtain instant knowledge about users' identities. Cookies are primarily used to provide users with a more pleasant experience when using FUTURIUM's services. For example, FUTURIUM uses so-called session cookies to determine whether users have already visited individual pages of the website. These session cookies are automatically deleted after users have left the website.

In order to optimise user-friendliness, FUTURIUM also uses temporary cookies that are stored on users' terminal devices for a specified period of time. If users revisit the website in order to use services, it will be automatically recognised that they have already been to the website; in addition, users' previous entries and settings will be restored so that they do not need to be entered again.

Beyond this, FUTURIUM uses cookies to capture a statistical picture of the use of the website and to evaluate it to optimise its services. When users revisit the website, these cookies enable FUTURIUM to recognise automatically that the users have already visited the website at some point. These cookies are automatically deleted after a defined period of time.

The data processed by cookies is necessary for the aforementioned purposes of pursuing the legitimate interests of FUTURIUM and third parties in accordance with Article 6 (1) sentence 1 lit. e of the GDPR.

While most browsers accept cookies automatically, users can configure their browsers in such a way that no cookies are stored on their terminal devices or that a message appears any time a new cookie is about to be created. However, disabling cookies entirely may result in users being unable to use all the functions of the website.
 

9. Use of Google Analytics

For the purpose of adequately designing and continuously optimising its website, FUTURIUM also uses Google Analytics, a web analysis service by Google Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Google").

Google Analytics uses so-called "cookies", which allow an analysis of users' use of the website. The information generated by the cookies with regard to the use of the website (including users' IP addresses, which, however, are shortened using the "_anonymizeIp()" method so that they can no longer provide information about users' locations) is transferred to a Google server in the USA and stored there. Google will use this information to evaluate the use of the website by users, to compile reports on website activities for the website operator FUTURIUM, and to provide further services associated with the use of the website and the Internet. Google may also transfer this information to third parties if required by law or if third parties process this data on behalf of Google. Under no circumstances will Google associate users' IP addresses with other Google data. By using this website, users agree to the processing of the data collected about them by Google in the manner and for the purpose described above.

Users may prevent the storage of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on their browsers; however, FUTURIUM advises its users that in this case they may not be able to use the website in all its functions. Users may also prevent Google from collecting and processing data generated by the cookie relating to their use of the website (including their IP addresses) by downloading and installing the browser plugin available at the following link: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=de. FUTURIUM uses Google Analytics routinely to analyse the use of the website and to make the website more user-friendly. The statistics obtained enable FUTURIUM to improve its services and to make them more interesting to users. To cover those exceptional cases where personal data are transmitted to the US, Google has submitted to the Data Privacy Framework. The legal basis for the use of the plug-ins is Article 6 (1), sentence 1, lit. a of the GDPR or Section 25 (1) of the TDDDG.

As an alternative to the browser add-on, or within browsers on mobile devices, users may click on this link to prevent Google Analytics from collecting data within this website in the future. In doing so, an opt-out cookie will be stored on the user device. In the event that users delete their cookies, they must click on this link again.

Information on the third-party provider: Google Dublin, Google Ireland Ltd., Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, Fax: +353 (1) 436 1001. Terms of use: http://www.google.com/analytic..., privacy policy overview: http://www.google.com/intl/de/analytics/learn/privacy.html, and the privacy policy: http://www.google.de/intl/de/policies/privacy.
 


 

10. Use of Google Maps

FUTURIUM uses Google Maps on the website. With this, FUTURIUM can provide users with an interactive map on the website itself that enables them to use the map function conveniently. However, the map will only be displayed if you give your explicit consent in accordance with Article 6 (1), sentence 1, lit. a of the GDPR by clicking on the "Load map" button.

With each visit to the website, the information that a user has called up the corresponding subpage of the website is sent to Google. In addition, the data mentioned under Section 5 of this declaration is transmitted. This happens regardless of whether Google has provided the user account which the user is signed into, or whether a user account exists in the first place. If users are logged into their Google accounts, the collected data will be directly connected to their accounts. Users who do not wish to have data connected to their Google profiles must log out before activating the button. Google stores data in the form of user profiles and uses the latter for the purposes of advertising, market research and/or the demand-oriented designing of its website. In particular (even in the event that users are not logged-in), such evaluation takes place to provide users with demand-oriented advertising and to inform other users in the social network about user activities on the website. Users have the right to object to the creation of their user profiles, but must contact Google to exercise this right.

Further information on the purpose and scope of the collection and processing of data by the plugin provider can be found in the provider's privacy policies. There, users can also inform themselves on the rights and choices they have with regard to their privacy settings: http://www.google.de/intl/de/policies/privacy. Google also processes your personal data in the US and it is subject to the Data Privacy Framework. 
 

11. Social media plugins

FUTURIUM currently uses social media plugins from Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and Threads on its website. In this context, FUTURIUM applies the so-called two-click solution. This means that no personal data of users visiting the website is initially passed on to the providers of the plug-ins. Users can recognise the provider of the plugin either by its name as displayed in the box, by its initial letter or by its logo. Via buttons, FUTURIUM gives users the opportunity to communicate directly with the plugin providers. Only if users click on the highlighted button, and thereby activate it, will the plugin provider receive the information that users called up the corresponding webpage of FUTURIUM's online offerings. Apart from this, the data mentioned under Section 2 of this declaration will be transmitted. In the case of Facebook, IP addresses collected in Germany are anonymised immediately after their collection according to the relevant providers. Therefore, by activating the plugin, personal user data is transmitted to, and stored with, the respective plugin provider (in the case of US providers, in the USA). Since the plugin provider collects data, in particular, using cookies, FUTURIUM recommends that users delete all cookies, using the security settings of their browsers, before clicking on the button.

FUTURIUM has no influence on the collection and processing of data, nor is FUTURIUM aware of the full extent of the data collection, the purposes of the data processing, and the storage periods. FUTURIUM also has no information on the deletion of the data collected by the plugin provider.

The plugin provider stores collected user data in the form of user profiles and uses the latter for the purposes of advertising, market research and/or the demand-oriented designing of its website. In particular (even in the event that users are not logged-in), such evaluation takes place to provide users with demand-oriented advertising and to inform other users in the social network about user activities on the website. Users have the right to object to the creation of such user profiles, but must contact the respective plugin provider to exercise this right.

By using plug-ins, FUTURIUM provides users with the opportunity to interact with social networks and other users, thereby improving its own service and making it more interesting for users. The legal basis for the use of the plugins is Article 6 (1), sentence 1, lit. e of the GDPR.

Data transfer takes place regardless of whether users have an account with the plugin provider and whether they are logged into their accounts. If users are logged into their accounts with the plugin provider, their data collected while using the FUTURIUM website is directly connected to their accounts existing with the plugin provider. If users click the activate button, and thereby link, for instance, the webpage, then the plugin provider will store this information in their user accounts and communicate it publicly to their contacts. FUTURIUM recommends that users regularly log out from their accounts after using a social network, especially, however, before activating the button, since in this way they can avoid having their data connected to their profiles with the plugin provider.
Further information on the purpose and scope of the collection and processing of data by the plugin provider can be found in the following privacy policies of these providers. There, users can also inform themselves on the rights and choices they have with regard to their privacy settings.

Addresses and privacy policy URLs of the respective plugin providers:
a) Facebook Inc., 1601 S California Ave, Palo Alto, California 94304, USA; http://www.facebook.com/policy.php; further information on data collection: http://www.facebook.com/help/186325668085084, http://www.faceb-ook.com/about/privacy/your-info-on-other#applications and http://vvvvw.face-book.com/about/privacy/your-info#everyoneinfo. Facebook has submitted to the Data Privacy Framework, b) Twitter, Inc., 1355 Market St, Suite 900, San Francisco, California 94103, USA; https://twitter.com/privacy. Twitter has submitted to the Data Privacy Framework c) YouTube LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066 USA; subsidiary of Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA; https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/?hl=de. Google has submitted to the Data Privacy Framework d) Instagram LLC., 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA; https://help.instagram.com/155833707900388. Instagram has submitted to the Data Privacy Framework. e) Threads is provided by Meta Platforms Ireland Limited (Meta Platforms Ireland Limited, Merrion Road, Dublin 4, D04 X2K5, Ireland) and was developed by https://help.instagram.com/515230437301944 Instagram has submitted to the Data Privacy Framework.

We also use Spotify to present our audio content; Spotify AB, Regeringsgatan 19, SE-111 53 Stockholm, Sweden, https://www.spotify.com/de/legal/privacy-policy/.
 

12. Users’ rights

With regard to personal data concerning themselves, users have the following rights in relation to FUTURIUM:

You have the right:

  • to obtain information about your personal data we process in accordance with Article 15 of the GDPR. In particular, you may obtain information about the purposes of processing, the category of personal data, the categories of recipients to whom your data have been or will be disclosed, the envisaged period for which the personal data will be stored, the existence of the right to request rectification or erasure of personal data or restriction of processing of personal data or to object to such processing, the right to lodge a complaint, the source of data, where we have not collected the data, and the existence of automated decision-making, including profiling and, where appropriate, meaningful information about the details involved;
  • to obtain from us without undue delay the rectification of inaccurate personal data we store on you in accordance with Article 16 of the GDPR;
  • to obtain from us the erasure of personal data we store on you without undue delay in accordance with Article 17 of the GDPR, unless the processing is necessary for exercising the right of freedom of expression and information, for compliance with a legal obligation, for reasons of public interest or for the establishment, exercise or defence of legal claims;
  • to obtain from us restriction of processing in accordance with Article 18 of the GDPR if you contest the accuracy of the personal data, the processing is unlawful and you oppose the erasure of the personal data and we no longer need the personal data, but you require the data for establishment, exercise or defence of legal claims or if you have objected to processing pursuant to Article 21 of the GDPR;
  • to receive the personal data concerning you, which you have provided to us, in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format and have the right to transmit those data to another controller in accordance with Article 20 of the GDPR;
  • to revoke your consent at any time in accordance with Article 7 (3) of the GDPR. As a result, we will no longer be allowed to process data based on this consent going forward and
  • to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in accordance with Article 77 of the GDPR. As a general rule, you can contact the supervisory authority of your habitual residence or place of work. 

Users may exercise their rights at any time by email, fax or mail using the following contact details:

Futurium gGmbH

for the attention of the Data Protection Officer

Alexanderufer 2

10117 Berlin, Germany

T: +49 (0) 30 40 818 97 99

Email: datenschutz@futurium.de

Furthermore, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority: The Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information, Division BS6, Graurheindorfer Straße 153, 53117 Bonn. Tel.: +49(0)228 997799-0.

 

13. Objection or revocation of consent to the processing of your data

In the event that users have consented to the processing of their data, they may revoke this consent at any time. Once a user has declared such a revocation to FUTURIUM, this will influence the permissibility of the processing of the user's personal data.

Insofar as FUTURIUM bases the processing of personal user data on the weighing of interests, users may object to such processing. This is the case, in particular, if such processing is not necessary to fulfil a contract between the user and FUTURIUM, the contract being constituted by FUTURIUM in each case in the specification of functions. If users exercise their right to objection, FUTURIUM will ask them to provide reasons why FUTURIUM should not process their personal data in the way that FUTURIUM customarily does. In the event that users' objections are justified, FUTURIUM will examine the situation and either discontinue the data processing, adapt it, or demonstrate to users the compelling reasons, deserving of protection, on the basis of which FUTURIUM will continue such processing.

As a matter of course, users may at any time object to the processing of their personal data for purposes of advertising and data analysis. You can inform us of your objection to the use of your personal data for advertising purposes using the following contact details:

Futurium gGmbH

for the attention of the Data Protection Officer

Alexanderufer 2

10117 Berlin, Germany

T: +49 (0) 30 40 818 97 99

Email: datenschutz@futurium.de
 

14. Latest version of this privacy policy

This privacy policy was last updated in June 2026.
 

15. Changes to this privacy policy

Any changes to this privacy policy will be published on the website. In addition, FUTURIUM will inform users by email using the last known user information.
FUTURIUM will not use the collected personal data of users in any other manner than described above without first having informed users of this and having obtained their consent as required.

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