Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 2025

1. Privacy Overview

Cafe & Bar 76 (“we,” “us,” “our”) takes the protection of your personal data seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, and protect personal data when you:

Personal data is any information that can identify you personally.

2. Data Collection

Data You Provide

We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide to us, e.g., through:

  • Contact forms on our website

  • Email inquiries

  • Event registrations or reservations

This information is stored and used only to respond to your requests or fulfill contracts.

Automatic Data Collection

When you visit our website, technical data may be collected automatically by our IT systems, such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • Referring URL

  • IP address

  • Time of page access

This data is collected to ensure the website works correctly and to optimize its functionality. It is not linked to your personal data and is handled in compliance with Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR.

3. Alcohol Service and Youth Protection

  • Cafe & Bar 76 holds a valid alcohol license under German law.

  • Alcohol is served only to guests aged 18 or older. ID may be requested at any time.

  • Minors are strictly prohibited from purchasing or consuming alcohol.

  • Minors may enter the premises only under supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

  • Any violations by minors or guests do not create liability for Cafe & Bar 76; responsibility rests with the accompanying adult.

4. Use of Data

Your personal data is used for:

  • Responding to inquiries or processing reservations

  • Fulfilling contracts for events or services

  • Ensuring compliance with youth protection and alcohol regulations

  • Website operation, optimization, and legal compliance

We do not share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

5. Server Logs and Security

Our website automatically logs certain technical data (server logs), including IP address and access time. These logs are used solely for security, website optimization, and technical troubleshooting.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your stored personal data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw previously given consent

You may contact us at any time to exercise these rights:

Cafe & Bar 76
Longericher Hauptstr. 76, 50739 Cologne, Germany
Email: info@cafebar76.com
Mobile: +49 173 7763475

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

7. Plugins and External Tools

Google Maps

Our website may use Google Maps to display our location. IP addresses are transmitted to Google servers to provide mapping services.

Social Media Links

Links to platforms like Instagram or Facebook may appear on our website. Clicking them takes you to external sites, where their privacy policies apply.

8. Data Retention

Your personal data is stored only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect legal requirements or service changes. Continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

10. Legal Liability Protection

  • Cafe & Bar 76 is fully protected from liability for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages caused by use of our website or services.

  • Compliance with alcohol and youth protection laws ensures that the cafe is not legally responsible for violations by guests or third parties.

  • Any disputes are governed under German law, with jurisdiction in Cologne courts.