1. Field of Application
This Privacy Policy defines the nature, scope, and objectives governing the collection and usage of personal data on the website https://fado-project.eu (hereafter referred to as the “website”).
The website serves as the digital platform for the FADO project—Finding Assistance, Delivering Outreach: A Comprehensive Support System for Victims of Gender-Based Violence—which is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union under Project Number: 2024-1-FR01-KA220-ADU-000255033.
The responsibility for managing data processing activities on this website lies with the consortium of the FADO project, which includes the following partners:
- Applicant (Coordinator): Maison de l’Europe des Landes WIPSEE (France)
- Partner 1: N.E.T. (Networking Education and Training) Associazione Culturale (Italy)
- Partner 2: UG Dah Teatar (Serbia)
- Partner 3: ETE FAROS Ltd. (Cyprus)
- Partner 4: MetaArte Associazione Arte e Cultura (Italy)
- Partner 5: Asociación Bienestar y Desarrollo (Spain)
These entities are collectively referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our” in this Privacy Policy. Further details about the project consortium and contact information are available on the About Us and Contact page. For inquiries regarding data protection, please contact project@fado-project.eu.
2. Information We Collect & How We Use It
We collect minimal personal data, strictly limited to operational requirements. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data for commercial purposes. The types of data we collect include:
- Contact Form & Email Correspondence: When users contact us via our contact page or email project@fado-project.eu, we process personal data (e.g., name, email address) solely to respond to inquiries.
- Website Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized data on website visits. This includes visit duration, pages accessed, and user interactions. IP addresses are anonymized immediately upon collection.
- Cookies: Functional cookies are used to improve website performance. We do not use tracking, advertising, or profiling cookies. Users can manage cookie preferences via the cookie banner.
3. Log Data
Every visit to our website generates automated log data, which may include:
- Anonymized IP addresses
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and visit duration
- Timestamp of website interactions
This data is collected solely for system administration, security, and performance analysis. It is not linked to any personal data voluntarily provided by users.
4. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality. We categorize cookies as follows:
- Necessary Cookies: Essential for website performance and basic functions.
- Functionality Cookies: Store user preferences for an improved experience.
- Analytical Cookies: Track website usage with anonymized data for performance improvement.
Users can accept or reject non-essential cookies via the cookie consent banner. Disabling cookies may impact certain website features.
5. Google Analytics
We utilize Google Analytics, a service provided by Google Inc., to collect insights into website usage. To protect user privacy, we enable Google’s “anonymizeIp” function, which removes personal identification from IP addresses before storage.
Users can disable Google Analytics cookies without affecting access to core website functions. More details can be found in Google’s Privacy Policy.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or share users’ personal data with third parties. However, we may share aggregated, anonymized statistics with project partners, funding bodies, and stakeholders to demonstrate project impact.
We may also disclose personal data if required by law, to protect our rights, or to ensure user safety.
7. Data Protection & Security
We implement strict technical and organizational measures to secure user data:
- Data Encryption: All data transfers are secured via HTTPS.
- Access Restriction: Only authorized project personnel have access to personal data.
- Regular Audits: Security measures are continuously reviewed and updated.
8. Retention of Personal Data
We only retain personal data for as long as necessary for the stated purposes.
- Contact Form Data: Sensitive data deleted once the inquiry is resolved.
- Google Analytics Data: Stored in anonymized form as per Google’s retention policy.
- Log Data: Retained for security and performance monitoring.
Users can request the deletion of their personal data at any time by contacting project@fado-project.eu.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy is effective as of February 27, 2025. Updates may be made periodically, with the latest version always available on this page.
If significant changes occur, we will display a prominent notice on the homepage. Continued use of the website following updates implies acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contacting Us
For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or data protection, please contact us via email at project@fado-project.eu or through the Contact Page.
Effective Date: February 27, 2025