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**Conditions of use of the Democs platform**.

1. **GENERAL CONDITIONS**.
a. The use of Democs and participation in debates are subject to the General Terms and Conditions (GTC). Use of the platform implies acceptance of the terms and conditions.

b. The platform is accessible to persons aged 13 and over. Minors may only use the Platform under the supervision and with the consent of a parent or guardian.

c. Users agree to comply with national laws and Democs guidelines.

d. Democs reserves the right to modify the general conditions at any time. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated TOU.

2 **RIGHTS OF USE AND CONTENT**.
a. Users retain copyright on content they have created themselves, such as contributions and videos.

b. By using the platform, users grant Democs a worldwide, irrevocable license to use, distribute and modify the content.

3 **USER BEHAVIOR**.

a. Users agree to behave in a respectful, objective and non-violent manner.

b. Discriminatory, insulting, threatening or illegal content is prohibited on the platform.

c. The publication of personal data or confidential information of other users requires their explicit consent.

4. **DATA PROTECTION AND SECURITY**.
a. Democs processes personal data in accordance with data protection laws. Details are available in the privacy statement.

b. Democs collects data to improve the platform. The privacy statement provides information on the data collected and its transmission.

5. **DISCLAIMER AND LIABILITY**.

a. Users are responsible for their actions and content on the platform.

b. Democs assumes no responsibility for damages or losses resulting from the use of the Platform.

6. **DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND JURISDICTION**.

a. Disputes must be resolved by conciliation or mediation.

b. In the event of a dispute, the competent court is that of the EU and Germany, in accordance with the applicable laws.

7. **PUBLICATION OF THE CONTENT OF DEBATES**.

a. Users may upload or publish debate content in podcast or video form.

b. In the event of publication on other platforms, copyright and data protection must be respected.
Privacy statement



**DEMOCS PRIVACY STATEMENT**.
This privacy statement describes how Democs collects, uses, stores and protects personal data. Please read this statement carefully to understand how we treat your data.



**1. COLLECTION AND USE OF PERSONAL DATA**.
We collect the personal data that you voluntarily provide to us when you use our platform. This may include information such as your name, e-mail address, date of birth and other data you provide when registering or using our services.
We use this information to verify your identity, give you access to your account, inform you of platform updates and new features, and provide you with a personalized user experience.



**2. DATA SHARING**
We do not share your personal data with third parties, except in the following cases:
- If you expressly agree to share your data with other users or platforms.
- When we are legally required to provide information to law enforcement authorities or other government agencies.



**3. DATA SECURITY
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss or misuse. We use encryption technologies and regular security checks to guarantee the security of your data.



**4. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES**.
Our platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect statistical information. You can control and decline the use of cookies in your browser settings, but some platform functionality may be affected.



**5. YOUR RIGHTS**
You have the right to access, correct, delete or restrict your personal data. You may also object to the processing of your data or withdraw your consent to the processing. To do so, please contact us at Am Hauptbahnhof 6, 53111 Bonn, Germany.



**6. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY STATEMENT**.
We reserve the right to modify this privacy statement at any time. Any updates will be posted on our platform. Please read this statement regularly to stay up to date.



**CONTACT
If you have any questions or concerns about the privacy statement or the processing of your data, you can contact us at contact@democs.de.
Last updated on 01.09.2023.