Legal
TERMS OF USE, LEGAL NOTICE & PRIVACY POLICY
1. Introduction
This website, hypoalpeadria.com (the "Website"), is operated as a private and independent alumni initiative (the "Operator").
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by the terms set forth below (the "Terms"). If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.
PART I - LEGAL NOTICE & INDEPENDENCE
2. Independent Initiative - No Affiliation
2.1. The Website is an entirely independent alumni initiative and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, authorized by, sponsored by, or otherwise connected to any entity historically or currently known as:
- Hypo Alpe-Adria-Bank
- Hypo Group Alpe Adria
- HETA Asset Resolution
or any of their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, predecessors, successors in law, assigns, administrators, receivers, or related entities (collectively, the "Referenced Entities").
2.2. The Website does not constitute and shall not be construed as constituting any legal, corporate, structural, operational, financial, ownership, agency, partnership, joint venture, representative, or successor-in-law relationship with any Referenced Entity.
2.3. References to the Referenced Entities are made solely for historical, informational, and descriptive purposes.
3. Trademark & Name Usage
3.1. All names, logos, and identifiers of the Referenced Entities may be protected trademarks or proprietary marks of their respective owners.
3.2. The Website claims no ownership, license, or rights in such marks.
3.3. The use of such names on the Website does not imply endorsement, authorization, affiliation, or continuing relationship.
3.4. If any rights holder believes that content on the Website infringes intellectual property rights or creates confusion, they may contact the Operator at:
Appropriate review and corrective measures will be undertaken where necessary.
PART II - TERMS OF USE
4. Purpose of the Website
4.1. The Website serves exclusively as a community and networking platform for alumni and former participants.
4.2. The Website does not provide legal, financial, regulatory, investment, tax, or professional advice.
4.3. Any information published is for general informational purposes only.
5. User Conduct
Users agree not to:
- Use the Website for unlawful purposes
- Publish defamatory or misleading content
- Attempt unauthorized access to systems
- Misrepresent identity
The Operator reserves the right to restrict access where misuse occurs.
6. Limitation of Liability
6.1. The Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
6.2. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Operator disclaims liability for:
- Technical interruptions
- Data loss
- Errors or omissions
- Indirect or consequential damages
- Actions taken based on Website content
6.3. The Operator expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability relating to:
- The historical or current operations of Referenced Entities
- Legal, financial, regulatory, or contractual obligations of Referenced Entities or their successors in law
7. External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. The Operator assumes no responsibility for third-party content or privacy practices.
8. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of [Insert Jurisdiction].
Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of that jurisdiction.
PART III - PRIVACY POLICY (GDPR ENTERPRISE VERSION)
9. Data Controller
The Data Controller responsible for personal data processing is:
Hypo Alpe Adria Alumni Club (Independent Initiative)
Email: admin@hypoalpeadria.com
The Data Controller determines the purposes and means of processing in accordance with Article 4(7) GDPR.
10. Categories of Personal Data
The Website may process:
- Name
- Email address
- Professional background information
- LinkedIn profile (if provided)
- IP address
- Device and browser data
- Communication content submitted voluntarily
No special categories of personal data are intentionally collected.
11. Legal Basis for Processing
Processing is based on:
- Article 6(1)(a) GDPR - Consent
- Article 6(1)(f) GDPR - Legitimate interest (community coordination and security)
Where consent is relied upon, it may be withdrawn at any time.
12. Explicit Consent (GDPR Compliance)
By ticking the designated checkbox on any registration or contact form and submitting information, users:
- Provide voluntary and explicit consent
- Acknowledge understanding of processing purposes
- Confirm awareness of their right to withdraw consent
Consent is freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous.
Withdrawal requests may be sent to:
13. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for alumni coordination purposes or until consent is withdrawn, unless retention is required by law.
14. International Transfers
Personal data is primarily processed within the European Economic Area (EEA).
If data is transferred outside the EEA, appropriate safeguards under Chapter V GDPR will apply.
15. Data Security Measures
The Operator implements appropriate technical and organizational safeguards including:
- HTTPS encryption
- Server-level firewall protection
- Access control restrictions
- Two-factor authentication for administrative access
- Security monitoring where applicable
No system can guarantee absolute security.
16. Data Subject Rights
Users have the right to:
- Access personal data
- Rectification
- Erasure
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
Requests may be submitted to:
Responses will be provided within one month where required by GDPR.
17. Data Breach Procedure
In the event of a data breach posing risk to individuals, the Operator will:
- Notify the competent supervisory authority within 72 hours where required
- Notify affected individuals without undue delay where legally required
18. Cookies
The Website uses only strictly necessary technical cookies required for functionality.
No marketing or profiling cookies are deployed unless explicitly disclosed and consented to.
19. Supervisory Authority
Users have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority within their jurisdiction.
20. Amendments
The Operator reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.