We are pleased to welcome you to the website of the University of Ulm. You can find more detailed information about our university in the Legal Notice.
We sometimes use partner companies to process data. We retain full responsibility for data processing.
Our website collects certain data about your computer while you are using our website. We request data that directly relates to you via appropriate contact forms as needed.
We collect technical information about your computer. Essentially, this includes your computer’s name or IP address, the web browser used (manufacturer, version number), your computer’s operating system, as well as the requests made by your web browser and the responses from our web server.
First, we keep the data we collect to a minimum and avoid using cookies and social media plugins (e.g., “Like” buttons) as much as possible. We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the browser accessing the site can be identified even after a page change. This prevents you from having to log in repeatedly and, if necessary, from becoming a victim of a hacker attack.
We store your data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the respective purpose. For newsletters, for example, as long as you do not object to receiving them.
Data required for long-term statistical analysis is stored exclusively without direct reference to your person, i.e., in pseudonymized form. We store log data for abuse detection for 7 days within the legal framework.
The Technical University refers to content from external information providers where appropriate. When linking to external content, the THU always uses a privacy-friendly solution and draws attention to external links at the respective location.
If you believe we are not adequately addressing your data protection concerns, you have the right to file a complaint with the competent data protection authority.
If you have questions regarding data protection, please contact our Data Protection Officer at datenschutz@thu.de or by phone: 0731/96537-100 (switchboard).
This privacy notice provides an overview of the collection and processing of your data. Detailed information can be found in our detailed privacy policyat the bottom of the page.
You can generally use our social media platforms without explicitly providing personal data; however, processing of personal data may be necessary. The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We take our role as a public educational institution very seriously and adhere to the following principles when using social media.
We, the Ulm University of Applied Sciences, use social media (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) for the following purposes:
The controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation, national data protection laws, and other data protection regulations is the
Ulm University of Applied Sciences
University of Applied Sciences
Prittwitzstraße 10
D-89075 Ulm
Ulm University of Applied Sciences is a public-law corporation. It is legally represented by the Rector, Prof. Dr. Volker Reuter.
Contact:
Phone: +49 (0731) 96537-100
Fax: +49 (0731) 96537-120
Email: info@thu.de
Our official data protection officer is Prof. Dr. Markus Schäffter.
Contact:
Email: datenschutz@thu.de
Phone: +49 (0731) 96537-278
Fax: +49 (0731) 96537-120
We generally collect and use our users’ personal data only to the extent necessary to provide a functional website as well as our content and services.
The collection and use of information directly related to our users (name, contact details) generally takes place only with the user’s consent. An exception applies in cases where obtaining prior consent is not possible for practical reasons and the processing of the data is permitted by law.
To the extent that we obtain the data subject’s consent for the processing of personal data, Article 6(1)(a) of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) serves as the legal basis for the processing of personal data.
When processing personal data necessary for the performance of a contract to which the data subject is a party, Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR serves as the legal basis. This also applies to processing operations necessary for the implementation of pre-contractual measures.
To the extent that the processing of personal data is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, Article 6(1)(c) of the GDPR serves as the legal basis.
In the event that vital interests of the data subject or another natural person necessitate the processing of personal data, Article 6(1)(d) of the GDPR serves as the legal basis.
If processing is necessary to safeguard a legitimate interest on our part or on the part of a third party, and the data subject’s interests, fundamental rights, and freedoms that warrant protection do not override the former interest, Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR serves as the legal basis for the processing.
Personal data is deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of storage no longer applies and any statutory retention periods have expired.
Log data used for the detection of misuse or the maintenance of proper operation is deleted or overwritten after no later than 6 months.
Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the accessing device.
The following data is collected in this process:
(1) Information about the browser type and version used
(2) The operating system of the user’s computer
(3) The user’s Internet service provider
(4) The user’s IP address, and, if applicable, the DNS name
(5) Date and time of access
(6) URL of the website from which the user’s system accessed our website
(7) URL of the website accessed by the user’s system via our website
This data is temporarily stored in the log files of our IT systems. This data is not stored together with other personal data of the user.
The legal basis for the temporary storage of the data and log files is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to enable the website to be delivered to the user’s computer. For this purpose, the user’s IP address must remain stored for the duration of the session.
The data listed is stored in the log files to ensure the website functions properly. Additionally, the data helps us optimize the website and ensure the security of our IT systems. The data is not analyzed for marketing purposes in this context.
These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
The data is deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary to achieve the purpose for which it was collected. In the case of data collected for the provision of the website, this is the case when the respective session has ended.
In the case of data stored in log files, this is generally the case after seven days at the latest (rolling logging). Storage beyond this period is possible. In this case, the users’ IP addresses are deleted or anonymized so that the client making the request can no longer be identified.
The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of data in log files is absolutely necessary for the operation of the website. Consequently, the user has no right to object.
Our website uses so-called cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the web browser or by the web browser on the user’s computer system. When a user visits a website, a cookie may be stored on the user’s operating system. This cookie contains a unique string of characters that enables the browser to be uniquely identified when the website is visited again.
We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the visiting browser can be identified even after a page change.
The following data is stored in the cookies and transmitted to our IT systems:
(1) Language settings
(2) Name of the end device
(3) Browser information
(4) Log-in information after successful login
The legal basis for the use of cookies is Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. These purposes also constitute our legitimate interest in data processing pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.
The storage duration depends on the type of cookie. We use so-called session cookies, which are deleted from the user’s computer by the web browser upon closing the browser or logging out of our website via the corresponding link.
Use of our services is generally possible without explicitly providing personal data; however, processing of personal data may be necessary. The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For detailed privacy notices for social media.
We take our role as a public educational institution very seriously and adhere to the following principles when using social media:
Ulm University of Applied Sciences does not use tracking services such as Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics, etc. Please note, however, that the processing, storage, deletion, and use of personal data on social networks is the responsibility of the respective service provider and that Ulm University of Applied Sciences has no influence over this.
The use of cookies serves to provide a user-friendly website and is essential for the operation of the website. Users do not have the right to object, but they can prevent the storage of cookies by configuring their web browser accordingly.
If we process data about you, you, as the data subject within the meaning of data protection law, have the following rights.
You may request information from us, as the website operator, regarding the nature, scope, and purposes of the processing of personal data concerning you.
If information about you is incorrect, you have the right to have this information corrected or completed.
If information is incorrect or incomplete, or if you dispute the lawfulness of the data processing, you may request the erasure of the relevant information, possibly combined with a restriction on its use for the duration of the clarification. This is the case, for example, if the data is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was originally collected or if you have revoked your prior consent.
If data processing is based on consent, you have the right to withdraw this consent at any time, effective from the time of your objection. If you object to processing for direct marketing purposes, the personal data concerning you will no longer be processed for these purposes. You have the option to exercise your right to object in an automated manner.
You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe that the processing of your personal data violates data protection law. The supervisory authority responsible for data protection at your place of residence, or, if applicable, at your workplace, is the appropriate authority.
The supervisory authority to which the complaint was submitted will inform you, as the complainant, of the status and outcome of the complaint, including the possibility of seeking judicial remedy.
We appreciate your visit to one of our communication channels and your interest in our information offerings.
The protection of your personal data is of the utmost importance to us. In general, you can use our services without explicitly providing personal data; however, the processing of personal data may be necessary. The processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
We would like to take this opportunity to inform you about what personal data we collect from you and for what purposes this information is used.
Ulm University of Applied Sciences is a public-law corporation, represented by our Rector, Prof. Dr. Volker Reuter.
Ulm University of Applied Sciences
University of Applied Sciences
Prittwitzstraße 10
89075 Ulm
Web: www.thu.de
Email: info(at)thu.de
Phone: +49 731 96537-100
Please feel free to direct any questions regarding data protection to our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer of the University of Ulm
Prof. Dr. Markus Schäffter
Tel. +49 731 96537-278
datenschutzbeauftragter(at)thu.de
For more detailed information, please see our Legal Notice
We, the Ulm University of Applied Sciences, use social media (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) for the following purposes:
Public relations (information about events, happenings, activities)
Targeting prospective students: Facebook, Instagram
Information about job openings and faculty positions: Facebook, XING, LinkedIn
Information about our academic and continuing education programs and diverse activities as an educational provider
We use social media services as supplementary information and communication channels; in other words, we generally do not offer any content or services via external communication platforms that are not also available on our website www.thu.de or via other communication channels (phone, email, contact forms).
We generally use social media services without processing any personal user data ourselves. Exceptions occur whenever you contact us directly, such as by posting comments that include your username.
Overall, we take our role as a public educational institution very seriously and adhere to the following principles when using social media, as outlined in our privacy policy for social media use:
We do not use social media for data processing on behalf of third parties; however, as a content provider, we bear joint responsibility for the platform operators’ compliance with data protection regulations in their handling of user data through our choice of platform.
We use social media services as supplementary information and communication channels; that is, we generally do not offer any content or services via external communication platforms that are not also accessible or usable via our website www.thu.de or via other communication channels (phone, email, contact forms).
When collecting and analyzing user data, we adhere to the data protection principles of data minimization, purpose limitation, and storage limitation.
We specifically select platform providers based on data protection criteria.
We exercise the greatest possible transparency, always identify ourselves clearly as the content provider, and inform users about the purpose and scope of the processing of their personal data on social media.
We utilize the options available to us to protect users’ personal rights on social media as well. To this end, we consistently use the privacy-friendly settings offered by information and communication platforms and implement the technical and organizational safeguards available to us.
The processing of personal data is generally based on the following interests:
Security interests, protection of the website
Processing of contact requests, documentation of contact requests
Compilation of statistics for the analysis and improvement of our website and online offerings
Providing information on social media
Public presentation of the university and its educational offerings
Promotional presentation of other university activities and events
To optimize the display of content on your computer
To fulfill legal obligations to provide information, including providing information to holders of copyrights and related rights
We collect personal information (name, contact details, and, if applicable, fields of study) when you contact us via contact forms.
In addition, as part of electronic communication, we necessarily collect your IP address to enable the exchange of data over the Internet. In addition, we collect information about your device (operating system, screen size, language settings, etc.) and the applications you use to adapt the information service to your device and to resolve any errors.
The external information and communication platforms we use collect personal data for their own purposes, store information (cookies) on your device, or use your web browser’s advertising ID to identify and recognize you as a user and thus create user profiles.
We strive to avoid tracking and advertising to the extent possible as users of these platforms. For example, we generally use the “two-click solution” when using plug-ins, meaning that user data is only transmitted once the user clicks on the respective link. Like buttons are not integrated anywhere by the Ulm University of Applied Sciences!
To the best of our knowledge, the social media providers we use process the following personal data of users of their services in particular:
IP address and device information, including manufacturer, operating system, web browser used, and language settings
HTTPS cookies to maintain the HTTPS session
Session cookies containing configuration details
Tracking cookies, including Google Analytics: Facebook, Instagram
Advertising ID, advertising cookies: Facebook, Instagram
Time of website visit
URL of the website where the plugin is used
Location-based information (for mobile devices)
Device-related information (e.g., the operating system used and browser information)
Previously visited websites for advertising purposes
Third-party data (e.g., email addresses for referrals)
Unless otherwise specified, it can be assumed that the following technologies may be used for data collection:
Cookies (e.g., permanent storage of your login data)
Log files (storage of cookie data on the service’s servers)
Analytics scripts (e.g., tracking click behavior on the site)
Forwarding of posted links
Local file storage (e.g., permanent caching of images)
Use of social media plugins
We consistently implement the technical and organizational safeguards available to us. These include privacy-friendly default settings such as no-cookie plug-ins, the omission of “Like” buttons, the use of the two-click solution for essential plug-ins, etc.
For more detailed information on how to configure your device to be privacy-friendly, please refer to the notes on the specific social media services used in the appendix.
We process personal data based on the following legal grounds under data protection law:
We will delete your personal data as soon as it is no longer necessary for the respective purposes, unless legal retention and documentation requirements necessitate longer storage.
For contact information, we store your data for as long as the contact exists and delete your contact information on a regular basis at the end of the year following the termination of contact.
Communication content is stored at the University of Applied Sciences for up to 5 years based on statutory retention periods.
You have the right to information regarding the nature, purpose, and scope of the data processing we perform. You have the right to further information regarding the processing of your personal data; in the event of errors, you have the right to erasure, correction, or restriction of processing. You may withdraw any consent you have given at any time without formal notice.
Withdrawal may be made informally; an email to the email address listed above is sufficient.
If you believe we are not adequately addressing your data protection concerns, you have the right to file a complaint with the competent data protection authority.
Currently, Ulm University of Applied Sciences maintains an active presence on the following social media platforms and uses the following corresponding services:
Facebook
If you are logged into Facebook with your Facebook account, you can link the content of our pages to your Facebook profile by clicking the Facebook link. This allows Facebook to associate your visit to our pages with your user account. We do not receive any information about the data transmitted or its use by Facebook. For information on the purpose and scope of data collection, the further processing and use of the data by Facebook, as well as your rights, please refer to the privacy policy of Facebook.
Facebook Pixel
The provider of this service is Facebook Ireland Limited, 4 Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2, Ireland. However, according to Facebook, the collected data is also transferred to the U.S. and other third countries.
This allows the behavior of site visitors to be tracked after they have been redirected to the provider’s website by clicking on a Facebook advertisement. This enables the effectiveness of Facebook advertisements to be evaluated for statistical and market research purposes and future advertising measures to be optimized. The collected data is anonymous to us as the operator of this website; we cannot draw any conclusions about the identity of the users. However, the data is stored and processed by Facebook, allowing a connection to the respective user profile and enabling Facebook to use the data for its own advertising purposes, in accordance with
the Facebook Data Use Policy. This enables Facebook to display advertisements on Facebook pages as well as outside of Facebook. As the website operator, we have no influence over the use of this data.
The use of Facebook Pixel is based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. The website operator has a legitimate interest in effective advertising measures, including social media. If consent has been requested (e.g., consent to the storage of cookies), processing is carried out exclusively on the basis of Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; consent may be revoked at any time.
In the Facebook Privacy Policy , you will find further information regarding the protection of your privacy.
Google Maps
Geographic information is displayed on the THU website for contact and directions purposes. The maps are based on the Google Maps API, which is provided by Google Inc., 1700 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. When you access the map service, Google may determine your IP address, the system language, and various browser-specific details. External services such as Google Maps are only available if the user explicitly consents.
The requested geographic locations are transmitted directly to the service. When accessing the page with a GPS-enabled device, the location may also be transmitted. No other personal data is transferred to Google.
Instagram
Our pages incorporate features of the Instagram service, provided by Instagram LLC, 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA, 94025, USA. If you are logged into Instagram with your Instagram account, you can link the content of our pages to your Instagram profile by clicking the Instagram button. This allows Instagram to associate your visit to our pages with your user account. We do not receive any information about the data transmitted or its use by Instagram. For information on the purpose and scope of data collection, the further processing and use of the data by Instagram, as well as your rights, please refer to the Instagram’s privacy policy.
Our pages incorporate features from the LinkedIn network, provided by LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company, Wilton Plaza, Wilton Place, Dublin 2, Ireland. When you visit our pages, your browser establishes a direct connection to the LinkedIn server. This informs LinkedIn that you have visited our site. If you click the LinkedIn “Recommend” button while logged into your LinkedIn account, LinkedIn can associate your visit to our site with your user account. We do not receive any information about the data transmitted or its use by LinkedIn. For information regarding the purpose and scope of data collection, the further processing and use of the data by LinkedIn, as well as your rights, please refer to the LinkedIn’s privacy policy.
Xing
We operate several groups on the social network XING. The website operator is New Work SE, Dammtorstraße 30, 20354 Hamburg, Germany.
This service is specifically aimed at individuals who are already XING users. You can find XING’s privacy policy here.
YouTube
We embed YouTube videos in enhanced privacy mode. The websites we use incorporate plugins from YouTube, a site operated by Google, provider YouTube, LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066, USA. When you visit our pages, your browser establishes a direct connection to the YouTube server via the plugin, for example to display embedded videos. YouTube thereby receives the information that you have visited our site
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Note: If you are logged into your YouTube account, YouTube can associate your visit to our site with your user account. If you do not wish this to happen, please log out of your YouTube account before visiting our pages or use an incognito window (private browsing). We ourselves do not have access to the user data collected by YouTube.
We generally use the option for privacy-friendly embedding of YouTube videos. For information about the purpose of data collection, the further processing and use of the data by YouTube, and your rights, please refer to the YouTube Privacy Policy.
We’d love for you to post comments, photos, videos, and links on our various social media platforms. We aim to ensure that discussions about our content provide interesting and relevant insights for all readers. To make sure everyone who visits these pages enjoys the experience, we ask that you follow these guidelines.
What we want:
- Respectful, open, and friendly comments
- Tolerance, even when you disagree
- Constructive and thought-provoking contributions
What we don’t want:
- Illegal content (insults, far-right or racist posts, illegal posts)
- Content harmful to minors (sexist, pornographic, or posts glorifying violence)
- Advertising
- Inappropriate comments or discrimination
- Publication of sensitive data
We reserve the right to delete posts that violate these rules. We assume no liability or responsibility for comments or links posted by users. These posts do not always reflect the opinion of the site operator. As a university, we are responsible for our social media channels, so we ask that you comment in German and English.
Thank you and have fun!
Your Social Media Team at Ulm University