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PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: Dec 2025

The CleanAlgae2Value consortium is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

1. Who We Are

The CleanAlgae2Value Website is managed on behalf of the project consortium for communication and dissemination purposes under Work Package 6.

The consortium acts as Data Controller for any personal data processed through this Website.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect limited personal data when you:

  • Contact us via forms or email

  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates (if applicable)

  • Register for project events or webinars

  • Interact with the Website (technical data)

Types of data may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Organisation and role (if provided)

  • Message content submitted via contact forms

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data is processed strictly for:

  • Responding to enquiries and communications

  • Managing participation in events or dissemination activities

  • Improving the Website’s performance and user experience

  • Fulfilling EU project reporting and communication obligations

We do not use personal data for commercial marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)

  • Legitimate interest related to project communication and dissemination (Article 6(1)(f))

  • Legal obligations linked to EU-funded project requirements (Article 6(1)(c))

5. Data Storage and Retention

Personal data is:

  • Stored securely using appropriate technical and organisational measures

  • Retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose

  • Deleted or anonymised once no longer required

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

Personal data is not sold or shared for commercial purposes.

Data may be shared only with:

  • Project partners where necessary for project activities

  • Service providers supporting website hosting or communication tools

  • EU bodies or auditors if required under funding rules

No personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area unless adequate safeguards are in place.

7. Cookies and Tracking

The Website may use cookies to:

  • Ensure proper functionality

  • Collect anonymised usage statistics

  • Improve user experience

Where required, users are informed and asked for consent in accordance with EU cookie regulations.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

Requests can be made using the contact details provided on the Website.

9. Data Security

We apply appropriate security measures to protect personal data against:

  • Unauthorised access

  • Loss, alteration, or disclosure

Despite best efforts, no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

10. Third-Party Services

The Website may rely on third-party services (e.g. analytics, hosting). These providers are selected for GDPR compliance and process data only under our instructions.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect:

  • Legal or regulatory changes

  • Project evolution

  • Technical updates

The latest version will always be published on this page.

12. Contact and Data Protection Enquiries

For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us through the Website’s Contact page.