Privacy Policy
This privacy policy informs you about how your personal data is processed when you visit this website. Your data is processed exclusively on the basis of the legal provisions (DSGVO).
1. Responsible party
The responsible party pursuant to Art. 4 Z 7 of the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27, 2016 on the protection of individuals regarding the processing of personal data, on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC - DSGVO) for this website is:
Fotografie im Diskurs
Mariahilferstr. 117/1/18
1060 Vienna
2. Processing of personal data when visiting this website
When you visit this website, access data is stored in so-called web server log files. The following data is recorded:
- Date and time of access
- Directory protection user
- Logs
- Referrer
- Accessed website
- Amount of data transferred
- Status code
- User Agent
- Retrieved hostname
- IP address
Your IP address is only collected and stored in abbreviated form. This is done in anonymized form by removing the last three digits. As a result, your full IP address never appears, and it is not possible to access it.
Purpose of data processing
The processing of this data is necessary for technical reasons. In addition, accesses to this website are statistically evaluated to further improve the offer on the website and make it more user-friendly, to find and correct errors more quickly and to control server capacities. Only if there is any concrete indication of the website being used illegally, this data in personal form will be used for the purpose of legal prosecution.
Legal basis
The legal basis for processing access data is the legitimate interest of the responsible person pursuant to Art. 6 para 1 lit. f DSGVO. Furthermore, it is necessary to collect this data for technical reasons in order to display the contents of this website to you. It is impossible to use the website if your IP address is not provided.
Storage period
The anonymized information on username and IP address is stored for a maximum of 60 days. Error logs, which record faulty page requests, are deleted after seven days. In addition to the error messages, these contain the accessing IP address and, depending on the error, the website called up.
3. Cookies
3.1 Technical/Functional cookies
Cookies are small text files that enable recognition of the user and analysis of your use of this website. When you visit this website, only such technical cookies are set as are necessary to operate the website or to provide a service that has been expressly requested by you.
To avoid the setting of cookies in general, you must set your browser to create or reject them only with your consent. However, it should be noted that if cookies are not set areas of the website may be restricted or not usable at all.
We set the following technical/functional cookies:
Name: cookieconsent_status
Description: Indicates whether the user has allowed cookies to be stored (allow/deny). If the user clicks on “Allow”, the Google Analytics cookies are set. If the user clicks on “Do not allow”, the cookie “a-disable” will be set.
Storage period: 1 year
Name: ga-disable
Description: Set when the user clicks on “Do not allow” in the cookie banner.
Storage period: 1 year
Legal basis
The legal basis for setting the technical/functional cookies is the legitimate interest of the responsible party pursuant to Art. 6 para 1 lit. f DSGVO. These cookies ensure that this website, respectively the service, functions properly. Thus, without these cookies, this website cannot be used as intended. This type of cookie is used exclusively by the operator of the website (first party cookies) and all information stored in the cookies is sent only to this website.
3.2 Performance cookies
Performance cookies collect information about how this website is used. These cookies help to determine whether and which sub-pages of this website are visited and in which content the users are particularly interested. The information collected includes the number of times a page is accessed, the number of sub-pages accessed, the time spent on the website, the order of the pages visited, which search terms led users to this page, the country, region and, if applicable, the city from which access is made, as well as the proportion of mobile devices accessing these websites.
The following web analytics service is used on this website:
3.3 Google Analytics
Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland (“Google”) uses cookies within the scope of the Google Analytics web analysis service, which enable your use of the website to be analyzed. The data can be used to create usage profiles under a pseudonym. The cookies make it possible to recognize your browser. However, the data collected will not be used to identify you personally and will not be merged with your personal data.
The following cookies are set and used:
Name: _ga — Google
Website Analytics
Storage period: 2 years
Name: _gat — Google
Description: Website Analytics
Storage period: 1 minute
Name: _gid — Google
Description: Website Analytics
Storage period: 24 hours
Google will use this data on behalf of the responsible party for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage to the responsible party. The data processing associated with analyzes of website use and carried out by Google serves the common purpose of optimally adapting the website to the needs and wishes of the users. Google reserves the right to process the data on servers in the USA and in this respect applies the EU standard contractual clauses, which are intended to guarantee an appropriate level of data protection. There is currently no adequate level of data protection in the USA: There, the authorities can access your data without any legal remedies that can be pursued in court. Since US authorities are not bound by the EU standard contractual clauses, we obtain your consent to data processing in the USA via the cookie banner. Thus, the processing is based on your consent pursuant to Art. 6 para 1 lit. a DSGVO. To ensure anonymized collection of IP addresses, the source code of Google Analytics has been extended with the code “anonymizeIP”. The IP addresses are thus only processed in abbreviated form to exclude any personal reference. The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics is not merged with other Google data.
You can prevent the collection by Google of data generated by the cookie and related to your use of the website (including your IP address), as well as the processing of this data by Google, not only through your browser settings, but also by downloading and installing the browser plug-in available through the following link: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en
Clicking this link sets an opt-out cookie that prevents your data from being collected by Google. Do not delete the respective opt-out cookie as long as you wish to maintain your objection. For more information on Google’s terms of use and privacy policy, please visit the following links:
marketingplatform.google.com/about/analytics/terms/de
policies.google.com/privacy
4. Third party providers
This website contains links to other websites over whose content and data processing the responsible party has no influence. He therefore accepts no responsibility for these contents. The respective provider of the linked website is solely responsible for the data protection information, the content and the accuracy of the information provided there.
4.1 YouTube
YouTube videos are integrated into this website. YouTube is operated by Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA. Data is only transmitted when you play the videos. You can find notes and information on data protection at YouTube in Google’s privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en&gl=en
4.2 Instagram
You can access Instagram via this website. Its functions are provided by Instagram Inc, 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA, 94025, USA, and integrated. If you are logged into your Instagram account, you can link the content of this website to your Instagram profile by clicking on the Instagram button. This allows Instagram to associate your visit to this website with your user account. It is pointed out that the party responsible for this website has no knowledge of the content of the transmitted data or its use by Instagram. You can find out more about the privacy policy on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com.
5. Your rights
If you are of the opinion that this website violates Austrian or European law when processing your data, please contact office@pinea-periodical.com to clarify any issues. Of course, you also have the right to complain to the Austrian data protection authority or to a supervisory authority within the EU.
General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
1. Scope of Application
(1) These General Terms and Conditions (GTC) apply to all contracts concluded through the online shop of P.IN.E.A (“Fotografie im Diskurs”, hereinafter referred to as the “Provider”).
(2) These GTC apply to both consumers and businesses unless expressly stated otherwise.
(3) Any deviating terms and conditions of customers shall not apply unless expressly confirmed in writing by the Provider.
2. Provider
Fotografie im Diskurs
P.IN.E.A Periodical
Mariahilfer Straße 117/1/18
1060 Vienna, Austria
E-mail: office@pinea-periodical.com
VAT ID (UID): ATU82726329
Association Registration Number (ZVR): 1366606609
3. Subject Matter of the Contract
(1) The online shop offers, in particular: Individual issues of the P.IN.E.A magazine, Memberships, Merchandise products, Art editions
(2) The specific scope of services is defined in the respective product description.
4. Conclusion of Contract
(1) Product presentations in the online shop do not constitute a legally binding offer.
(2) By completing the ordering process, the customer submits a binding offer to conclude a contract.
(3) The contract is concluded upon acceptance by the Provider or upon shipment/provision of the ordered goods or services.
(4) Automated order confirmations do not constitute acceptance of the offer.
5. Prices and Payment
(1) The prices displayed at the time of ordering shall apply.
(2) Payment shall be made using the payment methods offered in the online shop (e.g. credit card, PayPal, Klarna, EPS).
(3) Prices include statutory VAT where applicable.
(4) Payment is due immediately upon conclusion of the contract.
(5) Default interest shall accrue at a rate of 8% per annum.
(6) During any period of payment default, Members shall not be entitled to Membership benefits.
6. Delivery and Shipping
(1) Goods are shipped from Vienna, Austria.
(2) Deliveries are generally available worldwide. The Provider reserves the right to exclude certain countries or regions for logistical, legal, or economic reasons.
(3) Delivery times are non-binding unless expressly agreed otherwise.
(4) Customs duties, import taxes, and any other charges in the destination country shall be borne by the customer.
7. Retention of Title
Goods shall remain the property of the Provider until full payment has been received.
8. Individual Issues
(1) Individual issues are sold as one-time purchase products.
(2) Publication dates may be subject to change.
9. Memberships
(1) Memberships are personal and non-transferable.
(2) The conclusion of a Membership agreement does not establish membership in the association “Fotografie im Diskurs” and does not give rise to any rights or obligations under association law.
(3) Membership benefits include, in particular: Two printed issues per calendar year; Access to digital content; Access to events.
(4) Content and services may be further developed, provided that the overall nature of the Membership is preserved.
(5) Access is linked to a specific e-mail address and may not be shared with third parties.
(6) Memberships automatically renew for an additional one-year term unless cancelled in writing by 31 December of the current year.
(7) Timely cancellation shall be determined by the date of receipt of the cancellation notice.
(8) Prices and conditions shall be governed by the current price list.
10. Membership Plus
(1) Member Plus Membership includes all benefits of a regular Membership.
(2) In addition, Member Plus Members receive discounts and pre-sale rights for P.IN.E.A Editions.
(3) Member Plus Members may also apply for admission as extraordinary members of the non-profit association “Fotografie im Diskurs”.
(4) The purchase of a Membership Plus does not automatically entitle the purchaser to admission to the Association. The application for Association membership is submitted upon purchase of the Membership Plus. Admission, however, shall be granted solely in accordance with the Association’s bylaws. An application may be rejected without stating any reasons.
(5) Extraordinary members do not have voting rights at the General Assembly.
(6) Participation in the annual “P.IN.E.A Think Tank” (the General Assembly of the association Fotografie im Diskurs) is permitted.
(7) The association statutes shall apply in addition to these GTC.
(8) Association membership shall end no later than the expiration of the Membership Plus unless continued separately by the association.
(9) Memberships Plus automatically renew for an additional one-year term unless cancelled in writing by 31 December of the current year.
(10) Timely cancellation shall be determined by the date of receipt of the cancellation notice.
(11) Prices and conditions shall be governed by the current price list.
11. Digital Content (Member Login)
(1) Access to digital content is provided through the website.
(2) Login credentials must be kept confidential.
(3) Misuse may result in suspension or termination of access.
12. Merchandise Products
(1) Merchandise includes physical products such as bags and similar items.
(2) Minor deviations customary in trade shall not constitute defects.
13. Art Editions
(1) Art Editions are limited, curated, or artistic works (e.g. editioned prints or unique works).
(2) Editions may be numbered and/or signed.
(3) Reproductions shall only be made where expressly indicated.
(4) Art Editions may only be used for private purposes. Any commercial use requires the consent of the respective rights holders.
(5) Information about the artworks is provided on the basis of information supplied by galleries, art associations, and artists. P.IN.E.A will verify such information to the extent reasonably possible and accepts only limited liability for its accuracy.
(6) Works of art, particularly photographs, are subject to environmental influences. Their appearance and colors may change or fade over time. P.IN.E.A does not provide any warranty with respect to such natural aging or deterioration.
(7) The warranty does not cover damage resulting from normal wear and tear, improper use, inadequate or incorrect care, or improper storage.
(8) With respect to editions, minor variations in color and size compared to the images displayed online are possible. Warranty claims based on such minor deviations are excluded.
(9) All artworks (including, but not limited to, photographs, prints, mounted works, and similar items) must not be exposed, in whole or in part, to direct sunlight, hung directly above radiators or other heat sources, or exposed to humidity exceeding normal residential conditions. Accordingly, artworks are not suitable for outdoor use, basements, bathrooms, or kitchens. Mounted works with UV-protective film or acrylic glass, as well as wooden frames, are highly susceptible to scratches and stains and should therefore only be handled while wearing gloves or with comparable protective measures.
14. Right of Withdrawal
(1) Consumers are entitled to a statutory right of withdrawal.
(2) Details are set out in the Withdrawal Policy.
(3) In the case of Memberships (which include, among other things, digital content), the right of withdrawal expires upon the early commencement of the services. Consumers expressly consent to the provision of digital content before the expiration of the withdrawal period and acknowledge that, as a result, they lose their right of withdrawal with respect to the Membership.
15. Warranty
(1) Statutory warranty rights shall apply.
(2) For business customers, the warranty period shall be limited to twelve months.
16. Liability
(1) The Provider shall be liable only for intent and gross negligence. Compensation shall be limited to direct damages; loss of profit shall not be recoverable.
(2) In cases of slight negligence, liability shall be limited to breaches of essential contractual obligations and to foreseeable, typical damages.
(3) The limitation period for damages claims shall be one year.
17. Copyright
All content is protected by copyright.
Any use beyond the scope permitted by applicable copyright law requires prior written consent.
18. Data Protection
The Privacy Policy available on the website shall apply.
19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
(1) Austrian law shall apply, excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).
(2) Consumers retain any mandatory consumer protection rights granted by the laws of their country of residence.
(3) For business customers, the exclusive place of jurisdiction shall be Vienna, Austria.
(4) The contract language is German.
20. Final Provisions
Should any provision of these GTC be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected.
Media Owner and Publisher
Fotografie im Diskurs, Mariahilfer Str. 117/1/18, 1060 Vienna, Austria. Purpose of the Association: Promotion, mediation, and dissemination of contemporary photography, media art, and visual culture.
Editorial Policy
This medium is dedicated to the critical examination of photography, apparatus-based imagery, media art, and visual culture, as well as the promotion of journalistic and theoretical discourse in the field of contemporary image practices.
Disclaimer
Despite careful review of the content, Fotografie im Diskurs assumes no liability for the content of external links. The operators of the linked websites are solely responsible for their content.
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Contact
Editorial Office
P.IN.E.A Periodical
Graf-Starhemberg-Gasse 3/3
1040 Vienna, Austria
Mon–Wed: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
+43 681 103 172 71
office@pinea-periodical.com
www.pinea-periodical.com
Imprint
Media Owner and Publisher
Fotografie im Diskurs
Mariahilfer Str. 117/1/18
1060 Vienna, Austria
VAT no.: ATU82726329
ZVR no.: 1366606609
Bank Account: Erste Bank
IBAN: AT03 2011 1854 9722 3100
BIC: GIBAATWWXXX
Executive Board
Nela Eggenberger, Chair
Gregor Eggenberger, Deputy Chair
Sabine Ofenbach, Treasurer
Pia Draskovits, Secretary
