Privacy Policy

KESHE FOUNDATION – Verein zur Förderung der Plasma Space Technologie
(Association for the Promotion of Plasma Space Technology)

Effective Date: January 2026

1. Introduction

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data of our members and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store personal data in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Austrian law.

This policy applies to all members worldwide, regardless of their country of residence.

2. Data Controller

Name: KESHE FOUNDATION – Verein zur Förderung der Plasma Space Technologie
Address: Oberkulm 3/3, 4203 Altenberg bei Linz, Austria
Email: info@keshefoundation.at

The Data Controller is responsible for the processing of your personal data.

3. Personal Data Collected

We collect and process the following personal data for membership and donation purposes:

  • First name, last name

  • Address (street, postal code, city, country)

  • Email address

  • Phone number (optional)

  • Membership level and membership status

  • Payment information (processed securely via PayPal, not stored on our server)

Note: Data collected via WordPress and Paid Memberships Pro is included in the above.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data is processed solely for the following purposes:

  • Membership administration

  • Processing donations and membership fees

  • Communication related to membership and association activities

  • Legal and tax obligations under Austrian law

5. Legal Basis

Data processing is based on:

  • Article 6(1)(b) GDPR: necessary for the performance of a contract (membership agreement)

  • Article 6(1)(c) GDPR: legal obligation

  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR: consent, if explicitly provided for optional communications

6. Data Storage and Security

  • Personal data of all members worldwide is processed and stored exclusively on servers located within the European Union, primarily in Austria.

  • Our website and membership system are hosted by World4You GmbH, an Austrian hosting provider operating data centers within the EU.

  • Access to personal data is restricted to authorized association personnel only.

  • We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

  • Payment data (e.g., credit card or PayPal information) is not stored on our servers, but securely processed via PayPal.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share limited information only when legally required or with service providers assisting in administration, payment processing, or IT maintenance.

No personal data is transferred to third countries outside the European Union unless legally required and appropriately safeguarded.

8. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies to ensure proper functionality of WordPress and Paid Memberships Pro features.
No personal data is collected for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as required for:

  • Membership management

  • Legal obligations (tax, accounting, civil law)

  • Handling disputes or claims

Once no longer required, data will be securely deleted.

10. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Data portability

To exercise your rights, please contact: info@keshefoundation.at

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally.
The effective date will be updated, and the latest version will always be available on our website.