P=ENTS Methodology: Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 March 2023

Thank you for visiting the official website for the P=ENTS methodology. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect the personal information you provide while using our website. We are committed to respecting and safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant data protection laws applicable in the European Union. By accessing and using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you voluntarily provide it to us through various interactions, such as when you fill out contact forms, subscribe to our newsletter, make purchases, or engage in other activities on our website. The types of personal information we may collect include:

· Name

· Email address

· Contact information

· Payment information (only for the purpose of completing transactions)

· Demographic information

· Other information you choose to provide

2. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We will only process your personal data when we have a legal basis to do so. The legal bases for processing your personal information may include:

· The necessity of processing for the performance of a contract to which you are a party or in order to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.

· Compliance with legal obligations to which we are subject.

· Your explicit consent to the processing of your personal information.

· Legitimate interests pursued by us or a third party, provided that such interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.

3. Use of Personal Information

We may use the personal information you provide for the following purposes:

· To respond to your inquiries, requests, or questions.

· To provide you with the products, services, or information you have requested.

· To process and complete transactions, including purchases and payments.

· To send you promotional materials or information about our products, services, or special offers (only with your explicit consent).

· To personalise your experience on our website.

· To monitor and analyse website usage and trends.

· To comply with applicable laws, regulations and legal obligations.

· To protect our rights, property, or safety and those of our users or others.

4. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When determining the appropriate retention period, we consider the nature and sensitivity of the personal information, the potential risk of harm from unauthorised use or disclosure, the purposes for which we process the information and applicable legal requirements.

5. Data Sharing and International Transfers

We may share your personal information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, providing services to you, or as required by law. These recipients may be located in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) that may not have the same level of data protection laws. In such cases, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and other tracking technologies on our website to enhance user experience and collect certain information automatically. These technologies may include cookies, web beacons and similar technologies that store information about your preferences, track website usage and facilitate certain features. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

As a data subject, you have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws. These rights may include:

· The right to access and obtain a copy of your personal information.

· The right to rectify or update your personal information.

· The right to request the erasure of your personal information.

· The right to restrict the processing of your personal information.

· The right to object to the processing of your personal information.

· The right to data portability.

· The right to withdraw your consent (if processing is based on consent).

· The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights or if you have any questions or requests regarding the processing of your personal information, please contact us here.

8. Security Measures

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We regularly review our security procedures to ensure the ongoing integrity and confidentiality of your personal information.

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us by clicking here.

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to this Privacy Policy.