Privacy & Legal

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how The MUTO Project ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website. We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Austrian privacy laws.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

• Newsletter Subscription Data: Name and email address when you sign up.

• Contact Form Data: Name, email, and message when contacting us.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information when visiting our website.

• Social Media Data: If you interact with our Instagram or external links, public profile data may be processed according to those platforms' privacy policies.

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for:

• Sending newsletters and updates.

• Responding to inquiries.

• Improving website functionality.

• Complying with legal requirements.

4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data. We only share data with:

• Newsletter Providers (if applicable in the future).

• Website Hosting Providers (Squarespace).

• Legal Authorities if required by law.

5. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:

• Access your data.

• Correct inaccurate data.

• Request deletion of your data.

• Object to data processing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at the.mutoproject@gmail.com.

6. Data Retention
We keep data only as long as necessary. Newsletter subscribers can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails.

7. Third-Party Links
We link to platforms like Instagram. Clicking these links may allow third parties to collect your data. We are not responsible for their privacy policies.

Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to improve website functionality.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

• Necessary Cookies: Essential for site functionality.

• Analytics Cookies: Used by Squarespace to analyze visitor activity.

• Marketing Cookies: Used by third-party services like Instagram (if applicable).

3. How to Manage Cookies
You can control cookies via your browser settings.

4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies come from external services (Instagram, Squarespace analytics). Please review their policies for more information.

Terms of Use

1. Website Content & Copyright
All text, images, graphics, and multimedia content are either:

1. Owned by The MUTO Project or

2. Used with permission from the copyright holders (e.g., photographers).

Unauthorized reproduction or modification is prohibited.

2. External Links Disclaimer
Our website contains links to external platforms. We are not responsible for their content or privacy policies.

3. Liability Disclaimer
We strive for accuracy but do not guarantee the completeness or correctness of content. The MUTO Project is not liable for damages resulting from website use.

Copyright Notice

© 2025 The MUTO Project. All rights reserved.

• Website & Content: All materials are protected under copyright law.

• Photography & Artwork: Images by external photographers remain their intellectual property and are credited accordingly.

• Usage Permission: No content may be copied or shared without written approval.

For inquiries, contact: the.mutoproject@gmail.com.

Brand Ownership & Website Rights

The MUTO Project name, logo, and website design are the intellectual property of Marco Miller and are used under license by The MUTO Project association (Verein). Unauthorized use, reproduction, or modification is strictly prohibited.