Privacy Policy

Privacy policy of the Ładne Historie Foundation's websites

Last updated: September 1, 2026.

1. Who and what does this policy apply to?

The policy applies to websites operated by the Ładne Historie Foundation:

hereinafter referred to as the "Services".

The Policy describes the principles of processing the data of persons using the Services, contacting the Foundation, subscribing to the newsletter or using available forms and payments.

Data related to participation in the Foundation's projects, activities, trips and events may be covered by separate information clauses provided to participants, parents or guardians.

2. Data controller

The personal data administrator is:

Nice Stories Foundation
Niepodległości Avenue 12a/1
58-100 Swidnica

KRS: 0000640105
REGON: 365551622
Tax Identification Number: 8842769171

E-mail: fundacja@ladnehistorie.pl

The contact person for personal data protection matters is Maria Zięba. Maria can be contacted at: fundacja@ladnehistorie.pl, entering "Personal data" in the subject line of the message.

3. What data can we process?

Depending on how you use the Services, we may process:

  • IP address, date and time of visit, browser and device information and data stored in server logs;
  • name, surname, e-mail address, telephone number and content of the message sent to the Foundation;
  • e-mail address, name, selected interests and information about consents granted – in the case of subscription to the newsletter;
  • data necessary to process a donation, payment or conclude and perform a contract;
  • information provided voluntarily in a form or correspondence.

We ask that you do not send information about your health, disability, or other sensitive data via general contact forms or regular email unless it is necessary.

If such information is needed to participate in a specific activity of the Foundation, we will provide an appropriate form, information clause or ask for separate consent.

4. Why and on what basis do we process data?

Data may be processed for the following purposes:

Contact and reply to messages

We process the data provided in the message or form to provide a response and conduct further correspondence.

The basis is the Foundation's legitimate interest in handling correspondence – Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR. If contact concerns a contract, subscription, or payment, the basis may also be Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR.

Newsletter

We use the e-mail address and other data provided during registration to send information about the Foundation's activities.

The basis is consent – Article 6 paragraph 1 letter a of the GDPR – and consent to the transmission of information electronically in accordance with the provisions of the Electronic Communications Law.

You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time by using the link in each message or by contacting the Foundation.

Donations, Payments and Contracts

We process data related to a donation, payment or contract for the purpose of processing it, fulfilling accounting and tax obligations and, if necessary, establishing, pursuing or defending claims.

The legal basis is Article 6 paragraph 1 letter b, cif GDPR.

Security and proper operation of the Services

We may use technical data and server logs to ensure security, detect errors and abuse, and protect the Services.

The basis is the legitimate interest of the Foundation – Article 6 paragraph 1 letter f of the GDPR.

Statistics and external tools

If you consent to optional cookies, we may use analytics, translations, external video content, or other additional features.

The basis for processing is consent – Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

5. How long do we store data?

We only store data for as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected:

  • correspondence – for the duration of the case and then until the expiry of the limitation period for any claims;
  • newsletter data – until you withdraw your consent or unsubscribe from the newsletter;
  • accounting and tax documentation – for the period required by law;
  • data related to contracts and payments – for the duration of the contract and then for the period required by law or needed to secure claims;
  • logs and technical data – for the period necessary to ensure the security and proper operation of the Services;
  • data processed on the basis of consent – until its withdrawal, unless there is another legal basis for further processing.

If you unsubscribe from the newsletter, we may keep your email address on a blacklist to respect your decision not to send you further messages.

6. Who can we transfer data to?

Data may be transferred only to the extent necessary to achieve a specific purpose:

  • hosting, email and IT service providers;
  • newsletter system providers, in particular Mailchimp;
  • providers of analytical tools, translations, security and external content, in particular Google, YouTube, Google reCAPTCHA and Google Translate;
  • providers of cookie consent management tools, in particular CookieYes;
  • GetResponse – if its analytical tools are used on a given Website;
  • payment operators;
  • entities providing accounting, legal or administrative services;
  • public authorities, if the obligation to provide data results from legal provisions.

We do not share data with sponsors or partners solely because they collaborate with the Foundation. Such sharing will only occur if there is a specific purpose and an appropriate legal basis, of which the individual concerned is informed.

We do not sell personal information.

7. Transfer of data outside the European Economic Area

Some service providers, in particular Google, YouTube and Mailchimp, may process data outside the European Economic Area.

If such a transfer occurs, it is based on the mechanisms provided for in the GDPR, in particular the European Commission's adequacy decision, the EU-US Data Protection Framework or standard contractual clauses.

Detailed information can be found in the privacy policies of individual providers.

8. Cookies and similar technologies

The websites may use cookies and local browser storage.

These files can be used to:

  • ensuring the proper and secure operation of the Website;
  • remembering user settings and the selected language version;
  • recording your decision regarding cookies;
  • keeping visit statistics;
  • displaying video materials;
  • protecting forms against spam;
  • handling newsletter subscriptions.

Cookies necessary for the operation of the Website may be used without additional consent. Other files and tools may be activated after consent.

Depending on the selected Service, we may use, among others:

  • Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager – for creating statistics;
  • CookieYes – to record cookie decisions;
  • YouTube – for displaying video content;
  • Google reCAPTCHA – to protect forms against spam;
  • Google Translate and GTranslate – for translation support;
  • Mailchimp – for newsletter management;
  • GetResponse Analytics – if the tool remains active on a given Website.

The current list of cookies used, their suppliers, purposes and periods of operation should be available in the cookie settings panel of a given Website.

You can withdraw or change your consent at any time in the "Cookie Settings" panel. You can also limit the storage of cookies in your browser settings. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of previous processing.

9. External Sites and Social Media

The websites contain links to websites and profiles operated by other entities, including Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Once you've accessed an external website, your data will be processed in accordance with the terms and conditions of that website. The Foundation is not responsible for the privacy policies or operations of websites belonging to other entities.

10. Rights of data subjects

Every person has – in the cases specified in the GDPR – the right to:

  • obtain information about the processing of your data and receive a copy thereof;
  • rectification or supplementation of data;
  • request deletion of data;
  • request restriction of processing;
  • data transfer;
  • object to processing;
  • withdraw consent at any time;
  • lodging a complaint with the President of the Personal Data Protection Office.

Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before its withdrawal.

Requests regarding data can be sent to the following address: fundacja@ladnehistorie.pl or by post to the Foundation's address.

A complaint may be submitted to the President of the Personal Data Protection Office: ul. Stanisława Moniuszki 1A, 00-014 Warsaw, www.uodo.gov.pl.

11. Data of children and participants of activities

These services are primarily informational in nature. General contact forms are not intended for submitting documentation regarding health, family circumstances, or the special needs of children.

Data of children, young people, parents and guardians related to registration and participation in the Foundation's activities are processed in accordance with the principles described in separate information clauses, forms and consents.

12. Automated decision-making

The Foundation does not make decisions regarding users of the Websites that produce legal effects or similarly significantly affect them solely on the basis of automated processing.

Analytical tools may create statistical information about how the Services are used if the user consents to this.

13. Policy Changes

The Policy may be updated if legal regulations, the way the Services operate or the tools used change.

The current version of the policy is published on the Websites along with the date of the last update.