Your privacy is of paramount importance to us. We are committed to processing your personal data in strict compliance with the applicable legal framework, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679, "GDPR"). This Privacy Policy ("Policy") aims to inform you of how your personal data ("Personal Data") is collected, processed, stored, and disclosed when you interact with our website ("Site") and services.

We respect your right to privacy and undertake all necessary technical and organizational measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your Personal Data. By using our Site and services, you acknowledge and agree to the collection and processing of your Personal Data in accordance with this Policy.

1. PERSONAL DATA CATEGORIES, PURPOSES, AND LEGAL GROUNDS

1.1 Browsing Data

In the course of your interaction with the Site, certain technical data is automatically collected through standard internet communication protocols. This may include:

• IP addresses,

• Access time and date,

• Pages visited,

• Browser type and operating system.

Purpose: Statistical analysis of website usage, system performance monitoring, and security maintenance.

Legal Basis:

• Legitimate interest in ensuring proper functioning and security of the Site (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

• Compliance with legal obligations related to data security (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR).

1.2 Contact Information

If you contact us via email, phone, or postal mail, we may collect:

• Full name,

• Email address,

• Phone number,

• Any additional information voluntarily provided.

Purpose: To facilitate communication and provide assistance related to our services.

Legal Basis:

• Legitimate interest in responding to inquiries and offering support (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

1.3 Marketing Communications

If you opt-in to receive marketing communications (e.g., newsletters), we may process:

• Name,

• Email address.

Purpose: To send promotional materials regarding our services.

Legal Basis:

• Your explicit consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR).

You may withdraw your consent at any time by following the opt-out instructions provided in the communications.

1.4 Event Participation

If you register for an event hosted by us, we may process:

• Full name,

• Email address,

• Address (if required for event registration),

• Photos and videos taken during the event.

Purpose: To facilitate participation and document the event for promotional purposes.

Legal Basis:

• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), when required for photos/videos.

• Legitimate interest in organizing events (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

2. PROCESSING BASED ON LEGITIMATE INTEREST

When processing Personal Data under legitimate interest, we apply the following tests:

• Purpose Test: Assessing whether the processing serves a legitimate need.

• Necessity Test: Evaluating whether processing is required to achieve the stated purpose.

• Balancing Test: Ensuring that the processing does not override your rights and freedoms.

For further details on our legitimate interest assessment, please contact us.

3. FAILURE TO PROVIDE PERSONAL DATA

Refusal to provide Personal Data may prevent us from offering certain services, including but not limited to:

• Processing inquiries,

• Registering event participation,

• Providing technical support.

4. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING

Your Personal Data will not be subject to automated decision-making processes, including profiling, that may produce legal effects or similarly significant consequences.

5. DATA DISCLOSURE AND THIRD-PARTY SHARING

We may share your Personal Data with third-party service providers who assist us in our operations, such as:

• IT service providers,

• Payment processors,

• Marketing service providers,

• Regulatory authorities when legally required.

All third parties are contractually bound to ensure compliance with GDPR standards.

6. DATA TRANSFERS

Personal Data may be stored on servers located within the European Economic Area (EEA). In cases where data is transferred outside the EEA, we will implement appropriate safeguards, such as:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission,

• Privacy Shield mechanisms (if applicable).

7. DATA RETENTION

Your Personal Data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy:

• Contact inquiries: 1 year,

• Marketing communications: Until consent is withdrawn,

• Browsing data: 1 year,

• Event participation data: As long as necessary for promotional purposes or until consent is withdrawn.

In certain cases, retention periods may be extended due to legal obligations or potential legal claims.

8. DATA SECURITY MEASURES

We implement strict security measures to protect your Personal Data, including:

• Restricted access controls,

• Data encryption where applicable,

• Regular security audits.

Despite these measures, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as completely secure.

9. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the following rights under GDPR:

• Right of Access: Obtain confirmation of data processing and access to your data.

• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of Personal Data under certain conditions.

• Right to Restriction of Processing: Request limitation of data processing.

• Right to Data Portability: Obtain data in a structured format for transfer to another entity.

• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interest.

• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time.

• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with the National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing (ANSPDCP).

10. POLICY UPDATES

We reserve the right to this Policy to reflect changes in legislation or operational adjustments. Any updates will be published on our Site with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our Site after modifications signifies acceptance of the revised Policy.

11. CONTACT INFORMATION

For inquiries related to this Policy or exercising your data rights, please contact us at:

Email: contact@ammarecommunity.com