House rules & privacy policy

House rules

1. General Use

  1. The studio may only be used for the booked purpose.
  2. Usage times must be strictly adhered to. Exceeding the booked time may result in additional costs.
  3. Subletting or transferring the booking to third parties is not permitted.
  4. No structural changes or modifications to the equipment or technology may be made.

2. Behavior in the Studio

  1. Consideration must be given to other users. Avoid unnecessary noise outside the studio areas and at the entrance.
  2. Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas.
  3. Dogs are not allowed in the rental studio.
  4. The consumption of illegal substances is prohibited. Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be denied entry.

3. Cleanliness & Damages

  1. The studio must be left in the same condition as it was taken over.
  2. Trash must be disposed of in the designated bins.
  3. Any damages must be reported immediately. The tenant is liable for any damage caused by them or their guests.

4. Equipment & Facilities

  1. The use of technical equipment is at the tenant's own risk.
  2. In case of issues or malfunctions, please inform the studio team as soon as possible.
  3. Theft or intentional damage will result in an immediate report to the authorities.

5. Safety

  1. Emergency exits must always be kept clear.
  2. Open flames and pyrotechnics are prohibited.
  3. The studio team reserves the right to remove individuals who do not follow the rules.
  4. Access to the studio is only permitted for registered tenants and their registered guests. Allowing unauthorized persons entry is strictly prohibited. The tenant is responsible for ensuring compliance with this rule.

6. Liability

  1. Use at your own risk: The use of the studio, its facilities, and equipment is at the tenant's own risk. The Soundborn team assumes no liability for damages resulting from improper use or negligence by the tenant or their guests.
  2. No liability for personal property: The Soundborn team is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings, equipment, or valuables brought into the studio.
  3. No liability for injuries: The Soundborn team assumes no liability for injuries or accidents occurring in the studio or on its premises.
  4. Tenant’s responsibility: The tenant is fully responsible for all persons they invite to the studio. They are liable for any damages, accidents, or rule violations caused by themselves or their guests.
  5. No duty of supervision: The Soundborn team does not assume any supervisory responsibility for persons or objects in the studio.
  6. Force majeure: The landlord is not liable for operational disruptions or damages caused by force majeure, technical defects, power outages, official orders, or other unforeseen events. There is no entitlement to compensation or rent reduction.
  7. Exclusion of further claims: Any further liability of the Soundborn team, especially for lost profits, consequential damages, or indirect damages, is excluded.

7. Use by Minors

  1. Persons under 18 may only use the studio with written consent from a legal guardian.
  2. Minors are not allowed to book the studio independently.
  3. Minors under 16 may only stay in the studio when accompanied by a legal guardian or an authorized adult supervisor.
  4. The landlord assumes no supervisory duty for minors. Responsibility lies with the legal guardians or the designated supervisor.
  5. Parents are liable for their children.

If minors regularly use the studio (e.g., for band rehearsals, dance classes, etc.), legal guardians must submit a written consent form including:

  • Permission to use the studio
  • Confirmation that the parents or an authorized supervisor take full responsibility
  • A waiver of any liability claims against the Soundborn team

Privacy policy

1. Controller

Soundborn eG Schönborngasse 9/2, 1080 WIEN, Österreich office@soundborn.at

2. General Information on Data Processing

We take the protection of your personal data very seriously. Your data is treated confidentially and in accordance with legal data protection regulations and this privacy policy.

3. Collection and Storage of Personal Data and Their Use

a) Visiting the Website
When you visit our website, your browser automatically sends information to our server. This information is temporarily stored in a log file and includes:
  • IP address of the requesting device
  • Date and time of access
  • Name and URL of the retrieved file
  • Referrer URL (previously visited site)
  • Browser type, operating system, and internet service provider
This data is processed for the following purposes:
  • Ensuring a smooth website connection
  • Ensuring convenient website usage
  • Evaluating system security and stability
  • Other administrative purposes
The legal basis for processing is Article 6(1)(f) GDPR. Our legitimate interest follows from the purposes listed above. In no case do we use the collected data to personally identify visitors.
b) Using the Booking Plugin
Für die Buchung unserer Räumlichkeiten nutzen wir ein Buchungs-Plugin. Hierbei werden personenbezogene Daten, wie Name, E-Mail-Adresse, Telefonnummer und weitere für die Buchung erforderliche Informationen, erhoben. Diese Daten werden ausschließlich zur Abwicklung Ihrer Buchung verarbeitet und gespeichert. Rechtsgrundlage ist Art. 6 Abs. 1 S. 1 lit. b DSGVO, da die Verarbeitung der Erbringung vertraglicher Leistungen dient.
c) Contact Form
Wenn Sie uns per Kontaktformular oder E-Mail Anfragen zukommen lassen, werden Ihre Angaben aus dem Anfrageformular inklusive der von Ihnen dort angegebenen Kontaktdaten zwecks Bearbeitung der Anfrage bei uns gespeichert. Diese Daten geben wir nicht ohne Ihre Einwilligung weiter. Rechtsgrundlage für die Verarbeitung der Daten ist Art. 6 Abs. 1 S. 1 lit. b DSGVO (vorvertragliche Maßnahmen).
d) Using WooCommerce
Unsere Website nutzt das Plugin WooCommerce, um einen reibungslosen Buchungs- und Zahlungsprozess bei Online-Buchungen zu gewährleisten. Hierbei können personenbezogene Daten, wie Name, Rechnungsadresse und Zahlungsinformationen, erhoben werden. Die Speicherung und Verarbeitung dieser Daten erfolgt im Rahmen der Vertragsabwicklung. Die Rechtsgrundlage ist Art. 6 Abs. 1 S. 1 lit. b DSGVO.

4. Data Sharing

Your personal data will not be shared with third parties unless:
  • You have given explicit consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
  • It is required to process a contractual relationship (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR)
  • There is a legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR)
  • Sharing is necessary to protect legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR)

5. Rights of Data Subjects

You have the right to:
  • Request information about your stored personal data (Article 15 GDPR)
  • Request correction of incorrect or incomplete data (Article 16 GDPR)
  • Request deletion of your stored personal data (Article 17 GDPR)
  • Request restriction of data processing (Article 18 GDPR)
  • Receive your data in a structured, common, and machine-readable format (Article 20 GDPR)
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Article 77 GDPR)

6. Data Retention

Personal data is stored for as long as necessary to fulfill its processing purpose or comply with legal retention periods.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from accidental or intentional manipulation, partial or complete loss, destruction, or unauthorized access.

8. Updates and Changes to This Privacy Policy

This privacy policy is current as of January 2025. Changes due to legal or regulatory requirements may be necessary, and the latest version will always be available on our website.

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