Privacy Policy for www.epic-ide.org and EPIC software

This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal data of visitors and users ("you") of the website www.epic-ide.org in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the German Telecommunications and Digital Services Data Protection Act (TDDDG). This policy is specifically for our website, which is served from Germany and utilizes Google Programmable Search Engine.

Information regarding the responsible entity (data controller) for the processing of personal data on this website can be found in our Imprint (Impressum), which is linked in the website footer.

1. General Principles of Data Processing

We are committed to protecting your privacy. We process your personal data lawfully, fairly, and in a transparent manner. Data collection is limited to what is necessary for the purposes for which it is processed.

2. Website Hosting

This website is hosted by an external service provider. The data collected on this website is stored on the host's servers. This may include, but is not limited to, IP addresses, contact requests, meta and communication data, contract data, contact details, names, website access, and other data generated via a website. The use of a hosting provider is for the purpose of fulfilling our contract with our potential and existing customers (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) and in the interest of a secure, fast, and efficient provision of our online services by a professional provider (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

3. Data Collection and Processing on this Website

a) Server Log Files

When you visit our website, our hosting provider automatically collects and stores information in so-called server log files, which your browser automatically transmits. These are:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system used
  • Referrer URL
  • Hostname of the accessing computer
  • Time of the server request
  • IP address

This data is not merged with other data sources. The basis for this data processing is our legitimate interest in the technically error-free presentation and optimization of our website pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

b) Cookies

Our website uses cookies. These are small text files that are stored on your end device. Some of the cookies we use are so-called "session cookies," which are automatically deleted after your visit. Other cookies remain stored on your end device until you delete them. These cookies enable us to recognize your browser on your next visit.

In accordance with the TDDDG, the storage of non-essential cookies and the use of similar technologies require your prior consent. We will obtain this consent via a cookie consent banner when you first visit our website. Essential cookies, which are necessary for the basic functioning of the website, can be set without your consent based on our legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). You can revoke your consent at any time with effect for the future.

4. Google Programmable Search Engine

This website uses services provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland.

This website features a search box powered by Google Programmable Search Engine (formerly Google Custom Search). When you use this search function, your search query and IP address are transmitted to Google. According to the Programmable Search Engine Terms of Service, Google may use this information in accordance with its general privacy policy.

The data processing associated with the use of the search function is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) when you choose to use the search box. By using the search function, you agree to the processing of your data by Google.

For more detailed information, please refer to Google's Privacy Policy.

5. EPIC Software

The EPIC software itself does not collect any personal information from your computer beyond what is required for its local operation. It does not transmit any information back to the developers, nor does it permit them or any third party to remotely access information from your machine. We do not engage in unsolicited communication with users of the EPIC software. Should you choose to communicate with us, you may do so at your discretion via email, the project forums at SourceForge, or the opt-in subscription services offered there.

6. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or the privacy practices of these other sites. We encourage you to be aware when you leave our site and to read the privacy statements of any other site that collects personally identifiable information.

7. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR): You have the right to request information about your personal data that we process.
  • Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): You have the right to have inaccurate personal data corrected.
  • Right to erasure ('right to be forgotten') (Art. 17 GDPR): You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data.
  • Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR): You have the right to request the restriction of the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR): You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
  • Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR): You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR): You have the right to withdraw your consent to data processing at any time.
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Art. 77 GDPR): You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided in our Imprint.

8. Data Security

We have implemented technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to amend this privacy policy to adapt it to new legal requirements or to reflect changes in our services. The new privacy policy will apply to your next visit.

Thank you for using EPIC!