We at conui GmbH, Austraße 96, 6800 Feldkirch, Austria, respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data We Collect
As part of the InnoDays registration and participation process, we collect the following personal data:
- Full name
- Email address
- Photos and videos taken during the event
- Submitted inspiration videos
- Prototype-related materials (“WORK RESULTS”)
- Event-related communication data
- Participation details, such as team assignment and judging outcomes
- IP address, browser type, device data, and session data
We may also use cookies and analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand and optimize user experience. These tools may collect data including your browsing behavior, referral pages, and time spent on specific pages. See section below on Analytics & Cookies.
2. Purpose of Processing
We process your data for the following purposes:
- Organizing and managing your participation in the InnoDays event
- Communication before, during, and after the event
- Facilitating collaboration between participants and company partners
- Judging and awarding prizes
- Promoting the event through public materials (photos, videos, results)
- Archiving and follow-up on event outcomes
- Analyzing website usage and improving our services
The legal basis is:
- Article 6(1)(b) GDPR (contract performance)
- Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (your consent)
- Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest for communication, promotion, and security)
3. Data Sharing
We share your data only with:
- Participating company partners
- Event partners and mentors
- Service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics providers, cloud tools) under strict data protection agreements
These partners are contractually obligated to use the data only for event-related purposes and to handle it according to GDPR standards.
4. Media Use and Consent
By registering, you consent to the use of:
- Photos and videos taken during the EVENT
- Your name and team results in publicity material
If you do not wish for your likeness to appear in media, you may opt out during registration or by emailing us at hello@conui.org. We will take reasonable measures to respect your preference.
Inspiration videos are only shared within the scope of the EVENT and not used for external promotion without separate explicit consent.
5. Data Retention
Personal data is stored:
- For up to 24 months after the EVENT for follow-up, networking, and reporting
- For an extended period if the PARTICIPANT provides explicit consent for ongoing communication or future opportunities
- Contact data of winning teams and of teams or individuals who express interest in continuing to work on their idea may be retained beyond the standard period to inform them about relevant progress, updates, or collaboration opportunities
- Longer if required to fulfill contractual or legal obligations
- Deleted or anonymized after the retention period, unless further use is explicitly consented to
6. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
You can exercise your rights by contacting hello@conui.org.
7. Analytics & Cookies
We use cookies and third-party tools such as Google Analytics to analyze and improve user interaction with our websites. Cookies help recognize repeat visits, save preferences, and track how you interact with the site.
Google Analytics is configured with IP anonymization enabled. Google may collect information such as IP address, browser, and device type. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the browser add-on available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
You can also manage cookie preferences in your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit certain website features.
8. Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure your personal data is secure and protected from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
9. Contact
Controller: conui GmbH
Austraße 96, 6800 Feldkirch, Austria
Email: hello@conui.org
Last updated: April 2025