Privacy Policy

The European Centre for Emerging Competencies and Technologies (ECECT) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and applicable Cyprus and EU data protection laws. 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with ECECT, including through our website, email communications, events, and social platforms. 

  1. Who We Are

ECECT is a non-profit organisation based in Cyprus, dedicated to promoting STEM, digital skills, sustainability, robotics, and entrepreneurship by linking academia and industry through EU-funded projects and events. 

Data Controller: 
ECECT – European Centre for Emerging Competencies and Technologies 
Website: https://ecect.eu 
Email: contactus@ecect.eu 
Phone: +357-96520112 
Fax: +357-22462921 

  1. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect your data when you: 

  • Register or browse our website (ecect.eu) 
  • Contact us by phone, email, or social media 
  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates 
  • Register for events, training, or membership 
  • Complete surveys or feedback forms 
  • Participate in online or in-person activities 

We also collect data automatically via cookies and analytics tools. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more information. 

  1. What Personal Data We Collect

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect: 

  • Full name 
  • Email address 
  • Contact phone number 
  • Date of birth (where applicable) 
  • Academic/professional background 
  • Employer or affiliated organization 
  • IP address and browser/device data 
  • Participation history (e.g., events, training) 

We do not collect or process any special categories of data (e.g., health, religion) unless explicitly required and with your consent. 

  1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases: 

  • Consent – where you have given explicit permission (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter) 
  • Contractual necessity – to provide services you have requested or registered for 
  • Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws and reporting obligations 
  • Legitimate interests – such as improving our services, provided your rights and freedoms are not compromised 
  1. How We Use Your Information

Your data may be used to: 

  • Deliver services, events, and communications you have registered for 
  • Process applications or memberships 
  • Send administrative notices, receipts, or confirmations 
  • Share news, training opportunities, and project updates (with your consent) 
  • Analyse website usage to improve functionality and content 
  • Comply with legal or reporting requirements related to funded projects 

We do not store payment card data after transactions are processed. 

  1. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Retention periods are defined in accordance with our internal Data Retention Policy, reviewed periodically. 

  1. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against accidental loss, destruction, unauthorised access, or disclosure. 

These include: 

  • Encrypted storage and secure servers 
  • Limited access controls 
  • Staff training and confidentiality agreements 
  • Regular audits and data protection reviews 
  • Incident response procedures in case of a breach 
  1. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to: 

  • Access your personal data 
  • Request rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data 
  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”) under specific circumstances 
  • Restrict or object to processing 
  • Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent) 
  • Request data portability (where applicable) 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days in accordance with GDPR requirements. 

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without appropriate authorisation. 

  1. Cookies and External Links

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. For more details, refer to our Cookie Policy. 
Please note that third-party links on our site are subject to their own privacy policies. ECECT is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. 

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in law or our operational practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Please review it periodically. 

  1. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns regarding your personal data or this policy, contact: 

Email: contactus@ecect.eu 
Phone: +357-96520112 
Fax: +357-22462921 
Web Form: https://ecect.eu/ecect-contact/ 

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