Privacy Policy

EMPATHS Project Website
(https://empaths-project.eu)

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit the EMPATHS Project website. The EMPATHS Project (Project Number: 2024-1-DE02-KA220-VET-000248399) is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

The data controller is the EMPATHS Project consortium, coordinated by the project lead partner. For any privacy-related inquiries, you may contact us via:
Email: empathsproject@gmail.com

3. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Contact information (e.g., name, email address) when you fill out forms
• Professional information (e.g., organisation, role)
• Usage data (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited)
• Communication data (messages sent via contact forms or email)

4. How We Use Your Data

Your data may be used for:

• Responding to inquiries and communication requests
• Managing event registrations (e.g., multiplier events, workshops)
• Dissemination and project communication activities
• Improving website functionality and user experience
• Fulfilling reporting obligations to the project funder (e.g., Erasmus+ programme)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Consent (e.g., when you submit a form)
• Legitimate interest (e.g., improving the website and project outreach)
• Legal obligation (e.g., reporting to funding authorities)

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. Data may be shared with:

• Project partners within the EMPATHS consortium
• The **European Commission and relevant national agencies (for reporting purposes)
• Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics), under data protection agreements

7. Data Retention

Personal data will only be kept for as long as necessary:

• For the duration of the project and its reporting obligations
• Or until you withdraw your consent

8. Cookies and Tracking

The website may use cookies to improve user experience and collect anonymised statistics. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

11. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page.

13. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Email: empathsproject@gmail.com