---
type: source
title: Ordnung des Universitätsrechenzentrums der Universität Greifswald
tags: [regulation, legal, urz, university-policy, regulations, it-governance]
related: [ordnung-des-universitaetsrechenzentrums]
created: 2026-07-01
updated: 2026-07-01
authors: [Universität Greifswald]
year: 2025
url: "https://rz.uni-greifswald.de/rechenzentrum/information/ordnungen-und-richtlinien/ordnungen/ordnung-des-universitaetsrechenzentrums"
venue: "Universität Greifswald"
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_rechenzentrum_information_ordnungen_und_richtlinien_ordnung.md"]
---

# Ordnung des Universitätsrechenzentrums der Universität Greifswald

This document is the official statutory regulation (Satzung) governing the operations of the Universitätsrechenzentrum (URZ) at the Universität Greifswald, issued on June 19, 2025. It establishes the legal and operational framework for the use of the university's communication and data processing infrastructure.

## Key Provisions

### Mandate and Organization
The URZ is a central organizational unit reporting to the Rectorate (Rektorat). It is led by a Director appointed by the Rector. The URZ is responsible for IT of "comprehensive importance" for the entire university, including:
- Operation of assigned/central IT systems for research, teaching, library, and administration.
- Operational supervision of all IT systems across the university.
- Coordination of IT procurement.
- Planning and operation of communication networks and central servers.

### Usage Permissions (§ 5)
Access to URZ services is granted via a Usage Permission (Nutzungserlaubnis), which is tied to a personal account.
- **Automatic Access/Provisioning:** Members and affiliates of the university receive accounts automatically.
- **Application-based Access:** External persons, external partners, other state universities, other institutions, or specific agencies must apply for an account.
- **Purpose Restriction:** Services are strictly/primarily for university-related duties (research, teaching, administration, student self-governance). Minor private use is permitted only if it does not interfere with university purposes or other users.

### User Obligations (§ 6)
Users are legally bound to:
- Maintain password secrecy and replace initial passwords immediately.
- Use only their assigned personal account and avoid account sharing.
- Comply with copyright and license laws.
- Coordinate personal data processing with the URZ and the Data Protection Officer.
- Avoid any action that impairs the operation of IT systems.
- **Email Restriction:** University employees are prohibited from setting up automatic forwarding from their personal university email account to external mailboxes.
- **Information Disclosure:** Provide information on programs and methods to the URZ Director in cases of suspected abuse or for troubleshooting.

### Enforcement and Liability
- **Restrictions:** The URZ Director can temporarily restrict or suspend access for malfunctions, misconduct, or abuse.
- **Permanent Exclusion:** Permanent exclusion requires a formal decision (Bescheid) by the Rector.
- **User Liability:** Users are liable for damages caused by misuse or the negligent sharing of credentials.
- **University Liability:** The university disclaims liability/guarantees for error-free operation, data loss, or the accuracy of third-party content, except in cases of intent or gross negligence.

### Data Processing and Protection (§ 8)
- **User Directory:** The URZ maintains a Central User Directory.
- **Data Processing:** The URZ processes log and procedure data for system stability, security, and legal compliance under GDPR and state law. While traffic and connection data may be processed, non-public communication content is explicitly excluded from processing.
- **Confidentiality:** URZ staff are bound by telecommunications and data secrecy.