Privacy Policy

Last updated: 29 May 2026

Welcome to the Prauchner Family website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect information relating to visitors and contributors to this family history and genealogy preservation project.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. About the Project

The Prauchner Family website is a historical, cultural and genealogical project intended to preserve, organise and share information about the family's history, ancestors, documents, photographs and related records.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information provided voluntarily

When you contact us or submit documents, photographs or contributions to the family archive, we may collect:

  • Name;
  • Email address;
  • Telephone number, where provided;
  • City and country of residence;
  • Messages submitted;
  • Photographs, documents and other materials provided.

2.2 Browsing information

While using the website, the following information may be collected automatically:

  • IP address;
  • Web browser used;
  • Operating system;
  • Date and time of access;
  • Pages visited;
  • Usage and statistical information.

This information is used for security, maintenance and website improvement purposes.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

The information collected may be used to:

  • Respond to enquiries and requests;
  • Review contributions submitted to the family archive;
  • Maintain and expand the family tree;
  • Improve the browsing experience;
  • Ensure website security;
  • Preserve historical and family records.

4. Photographs, Documents and Genealogical Information

This website serves historical and genealogical purposes.

The following may be published:

  • Names of family members;
  • Historical dates and locations related to the family;
  • Historical and contemporary photographs;
  • Historical documents;
  • Birth, marriage and death records;
  • Family stories and accounts.

We strive to respect the privacy of living individuals and will consider legitimate requests for correction, update or removal of information.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent or trade personal information.

Information may only be shared:

  • With hosting and infrastructure providers required for website operation;
  • Where required by law;
  • With the consent of the individual concerned.

6. Storage and Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect stored information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, loss or accidental destruction.

However, no internet-connected system can guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Provide essential functionality;
  • Remember language preferences;
  • Improve the user experience;
  • Generate access statistics.

Users may configure their browser to block or remove cookies, although some features may not function properly.

8. Rights of Data Subjects

Subject to applicable data protection laws, individuals may request:

  • Confirmation that their information is being processed;
  • Access to their information;
  • Correction of incomplete or inaccurate data;
  • Updating of information;
  • Deletion, restriction or anonymisation where applicable;
  • Information regarding data sharing.

9. Requests for Correction or Removal

If you identify information that you believe is inaccurate, outdated or inappropriate, you may request a review.

Such requests will be assessed taking into account:

  • Applicable law;
  • The historical and genealogical value of the archive;
  • The privacy rights of the individuals involved.

10. Third-Party Content

The website may contain links to external websites, genealogical databases, historical archives, museums, libraries and other research resources.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal, technical or operational changes.

The most recent version will always be available on this page.

12. Contact

For questions, privacy-related requests, corrections or contributions to the family archive, please use the contact channels provided on this website.

Prauchner Family
A project dedicated to the historical, cultural and genealogical preservation of the family.