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Privacy Policy

Last updated 3rd November 2024

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This Privacy Policy explains how Aquara Foundation collects, uses, and shares personal data from users of our website and related digital properties (collectively referred to as the “Site”). Aquara Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and handling personal data in compliance with the highest standards of data protection. By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy, which is legally binding.

Aquara Foundation, based in Denmark, is committed to transparency in data handling and ensuring compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws. Should you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out using the contact details at the end of this document.

 

Data Processing in Connection with the Site

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Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our Site uses cookies—small text files stored on your device that help make websites function more efficiently and provide us with insights. Cookies are stored on your device's hard drive and assist us in evaluating our Site’s performance and analyzing user trends. This data allows us to identify popular sections of our Site, detect any access issues, and optimize your experience by providing relevant features and content.

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We also partner with third-party service providers who place cookies (or similar technologies) on your device to collect non-personal data, such as:

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  • Device information (computer or mobile)

  • Site usage information, including:

    • Pages viewed

    • Buttons clicked

    • Changes in input forms (excluding actual data entered)

    • Error reports

 

This information is aggregated to help us understand general user behaviors and improve our Site. The data is analyzed to generate statistical reports that assist us in better understanding and serving your interests. If you prefer not to use cookies, you can disable them in your browser, though this may limit some functionalities of our Site. By using our Site with cookies enabled, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined here.

 

Email Marketing

If you choose to subscribe to Aquara’s newsletter, we may send you occasional updates, news, or promotional material. This will only occur if you have given explicit consent. Should you wish to stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link provided in our emails.

 

Inquiries

You can contact us by email at contact@aquara.io. We use the data you provide solely to address your inquiry and respond as thoroughly as possible.

 

Social Media

Our Site may incorporate plugins from social networks such as Twitter, LinkedIn, GitHub, and Telegram. When you interact with these plugins, the respective social networks may collect information regarding your visit to our Site. This data collection falls under the responsibility of each social media platform, governed by their own privacy policies. Aquara Foundation encourages you to review each platform’s privacy policy, as we are not responsible for data collected by these third-party services.

 

Your Rights

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Right to Access

You have the right to request information regarding the personal data we process about you, including details on the purpose of the processing, the types of data involved, estimated retention periods, and any automated decision-making processes that may affect you.

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Right to Rectification

If any personal data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request its correction or completion.

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Right to Be Forgotten

You may request the deletion of your personal data in accordance with applicable laws. This includes cases where:

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  • The data is no longer necessary for its original purpose.

  • You withdraw consent and there’s no other legal basis for processing.

  • The data was unlawfully processed.

  • Erasure is required to fulfill a legal obligation.

 

Right to Restrict Processing

You have the right to request that we limit the processing of your data under certain conditions, such as when you contest its accuracy or if you need the data for legal claims.

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Right to Object

You may object to the processing of your personal data based on your specific situation. We will cease processing unless we demonstrate overriding legitimate grounds or require the data for legal claims.

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Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw your consent for personal data processing at any time, which will not affect the legality of processing based on consent given before the withdrawal.

 

International Transfers

To fulfill our data processing obligations, we may transfer your personal data to third parties in other countries. We ensure all third-party data processors meet our data protection standards and comply with applicable privacy laws.

 

Data Security

We take technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data and continuously enhance our security practices. Please be aware that data transmission over the internet, such as via email, is not completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security once it leaves our Site. This Privacy Policy does not extend to third-party websites linked on our Site, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices.

 

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once this period has elapsed, we will securely delete your data.

 

Amendments to This Policy

Aquara Foundation may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version on our Site, including the effective date of the amendment. The latest version, as displayed on the Site, will apply to your use of our Site.

 

Contact Information

For any questions, comments, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or to make requests about your personal data, please contact us at contact@aquara.io.

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