Privacy Policy

1. Controller

Histolution GmbH
Maria-Goeppert-Str. 1
D-23562 Lübeck
info@histolution.com

Responsible for processing personal data in connection with the use of the OMERO platform at https://www.histolution-images.com.

2. Purpose and Legal Basis of Data Processing

We process personal data in the context of providing and using the OMERO platform for various purposes. This includes, in particular, the management of user accounts, such as authentication during login or the assignment of roles and permissions. This processing is based on Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR, as it is necessary for the fulfillment of the user agreement.

In addition, we process data for the technical administration of the platform, to ensure operational security, and for error analysis. These measures are based on our legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR to ensure the continuous functionality and security of the platform.

3. Types of Data Processed

When visiting and using OMERO, the following data may be collected and processed:
– IP address
– Date and time of the access
– Login name, email address
– Role and permission assignments
– Uploaded image/research data (only within the scope of the user agreement)

4. User Accounts

A user account is required to use the platform. The data collected for this purpose (e.g., name, email address) is used exclusively for access control and user management.

5. Cookies & Session Data

OMERO uses technically necessary cookies and session IDs to ensure login security and user guidance. No processing for analytics or tracking purposes takes place without your consent.

6. Hosting & Data Processing Agreement

The platform is hosted on servers by:
Hetzner Online GmbH
Industriestr. 25
D-91710 Gunzenhausen

A data processing agreement pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR has been concluded with the provider.

7. Storage Period

Personal data is stored only as long as necessary for the respective purpose. Afterwards, the data is deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:
– Access your stored data (Art. 15 GDPR)
– Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
– Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR)
– Restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
– Data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
– Object to processing (Art. 21 GDPR)

Please direct inquiries to: info@histolution.com

Withdrawal of consent:
If processing is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), you may withdraw it at any time with effect for the future. Processing carried out up to the time of withdrawal remains lawful.
You can withdraw your consent informally by email: info@histolution.com

9. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority regarding the processing of your personal data. A list of supervisory authorities can be found at:
https://www.bfdi.bund.de/EN/Service/Addresses/addresses_table.html

10. Changes

We reserve the right to adapt this privacy policy in the event of changes to OMERO or the legal situation.