Privacy policy.

Responsible Entity

The responsible entity under applicable data protection laws, including the Swiss Federal Data Protection Act (FADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), is:

Network Studio GmbH
Weinbergstrasse 12
8630 Rüti ZH, Switzerland

Phone: +41 78 911 60 58
Email: hello@hersummit.ch

HER Summit is a project by Sandra Mikhail, Seda Sirin, and Ariane Tavakol, operated under Network Studio GmbH.

1. Data Protection Representative

There is currently no obligation to appoint a data protection officer. However, if you have any questions or concerns regarding data privacy, please contact us at hello@hersummit.ch. HER Summit is a project by Sandra Mikhail, Seda Sirin, and Ariane Tavakol, operated under Network Studio GmbH.

2. General Notice

We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with Swiss data protection law (Federal Act on Data Protection, FADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Personal data is handled confidentially and responsibly.

Please note that while we strive to safeguard all data, internet-based data transmission (such as email communication) may carry security risks. You are welcome to browse hersummit.ch without submitting personal information. Any data you choose to provide—such as your name or email address—is done voluntarily and is not shared without your consent.

3. Processing of Personal Data

We only process personal data (e.g., name, contact details, communication) where necessary:

  • For the performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures

  • Based on your consent

  • To meet legal obligations

  • In pursuit of our legitimate interests

If and when GDPR applies, the legal basis for data processing may include Articles 6 and 9 of the GDPR. We store personal data only as long as necessary or legally required.

4. Legal Basis

Unless otherwise specified, data is processed under:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

  • Contractual necessity (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)

  • Legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)

  • Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)

5. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, disclosure, loss, or manipulation. This includes encryption, secure hosting, and internal data access controls.

6. Data Transfers and Third Countries

We may transfer data to third parties (e.g. service providers) when required to fulfill business operations, under secure data agreements. When transferring data outside of Switzerland or the EU/EEA, we ensure adequate data protection via mechanisms like Standard Contractual Clauses.

7. Cookies & Tracking

This website uses cookies and similar technologies via Squarespace, our hosting provider:

  • Essential cookies are always active.

  • Analytics cookies (e.g. for traffic analysis) are only activated with your consent.

For more information, see Squarespace’s cookie policy.

8. SSL/TLS Encryption

hersummit.ch uses SSL/TLS encryption to ensure the safe transmission of data. Encrypted connections are identifiable by the https:// URL and browser lock icon.

9. Server Log Files

We collect basic access logs (browser type, IP address, time, etc.) for security and performance monitoring. This data is not personally identifiable unless legally required or abused.

10. Contact Forms & Communication

If you contact us through our website or by email, your information will be stored solely to process your request and for any necessary follow-ups. It will not be shared externally without your permission.

11. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Access to your stored data

  • Rectification of incorrect or incomplete data

  • Erasure ("Right to be forgotten")

  • Restriction of processing

  • Data portability

  • Objection to processing

  • Withdrawal of consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact hello@hersummit.ch.

12. Objection to Marketing Communications

We do not use your data for unsolicited marketing. Any use of contact details for promotional purposes without consent is not permitted. Please report misuse to us directly.

13. Social Media Integration

LinkedIn & Instagram

HER Summit’s website includes embedded content from LinkedIn and Instagram. These third-party services may collect data independently when you interact with our site. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly:

14. Contractual Services

We process data from clients and interested parties to manage registrations, communications, and related services. Data may also be analysed for business trends and improvements, always anonymised or pseudonymised wherever possible.

15. US Data Transfers

Some third-party tools on this site (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram) may transmit your data to servers in the U.S. While standard contractual safeguards are in place, we cannot guarantee full data protection due to differing U.S. privacy laws.

16. Copyright & Liability

All content on hersummit.ch is the intellectual property of Network Studio GmbH or its partners unless otherwise indicated. Any reproduction requires prior written consent. The website content is regularly reviewed, but no liability is assumed for outdated or incorrect information.

17. Changes

This privacy policy may be updated without notice. The most current version is always available at hersummit.ch/privacy. Significant changes will be communicated to registered users via email when applicable.