Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 30, 2023

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy aims to help you understand what information we collect, why we collect it, how we treat it, to where it can be transferred and how you can update and delete your information. Our services, processes and communication systems aim to ensure the highest possible degree of compliance with the applicable law: Regulation (EU) 2016/679, The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)).

This Privacy Policy covers all those residing in a country in the European Economic Area or in any included other country or territory (collectively referred to as the European Region).

2. Data Collection

We collect information about yourself and/or concerning you at the following moments when you use the website of the IRead4Skills project:

1. When you send a message through our contact form or direct email,
2. When you participate in the project surveys and/or activities,
3. When you visit and browse our website.

2.1. Sending of messages by contact form

Whenever you contact us through the contact form or by sending an e-mail, the following data are collected: email address, name, subject of the contact and the message you are sending. We usually store the emails we receive for archive purposes and later contacts.

2.2. Participating in the project surveys and/or activities

When you participate in the project surveys and/or activities, different data can be collected. These will be object of specific informed consent before collection.

2.3. Visiting and use of the website

Information is collected every time you visit the website. This collected information is described and explained in the section on the use of cookies.

3. Use of Cookies

iRead4Skills website uses cookies to identify information about your session use and personalisation of your browser each time you visit. A cookie is a small data file that is stored by the browser when you access the website. These cookies do not contain any of your personal information, such as name or email. The information stored in the cookie will only identify you for this website.

4. How we use your data

We may use your information to:

1. Inform you about any changes or updates we make to the services.
2. Alert you about relevant opportunities and activities (including project news, results, collaboration opportunities and event invitations).

Your information will be used for purposes directly related to the website and/or project and will never be shared with third parties (such as marketing companies).

5. Legitimacy in the treatment of your data

Your data will only be saved if one of the following occurs:

1. You express your consent by sending an e-mail or submitting an online form.
2. The data complies with a legal obligation to which the iRead4Skills project is subject, such as the disclosure of data to Tax Administration and Social Security authorities, as well to as other authorities.

Your personal data will not be used for purposes other than those described in this policy without you being informed in advance or, where appropriate, your consent obtained.

6. Data retention period

Your personal data will be kept for the minimum period of time necessary for the purposes described above and/or for compliance with legal obligations. The minimum time required is the duration of the project (March 2023 to February 2026) plus one year. After this period, your data will be deleted from storage.

7. How can we share your information

Your information will be shared only on request by the police or supervisory authorities when there is suspicion that an illegal act is being committed or if this disclosure would allow an illegal act to be prevented; or as required or authorized by law.

8. Your rights

You can request, at any time:

1. Access to your personal data.
2. Alteration of your personal information.
3. Opposition to, cancellation or limitation in the treatment of your personal data.
4. Portability of your personal data previously provided, in a structured and compatible manner and in a readable format.
5. Deletion of your data.

To exercise your rights, please contact us through the following e-mail: iread4skills@fcsh.unl.pt. Your requests will be treated with care, so that we can ensure the effectiveness of your rights. You will be asked to prove your identity, so to ensure that personal data are shared only with the owner. Please note that, in certain cases and in accordance with applicable law, your request may not be satisfied immediately or in full. In all cases, you will be informed of the measures taken, within 30 days from the time the request is made.

9. Links to other websites

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site, with its privacy policy. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.

We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies or practices of any third-party websites or services.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes to the Privacy Policy will by posted on this page.

We will let you know via a prominent notice concerning the update date (last updated) at the top of this Privacy Policy. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

11. Clarifications or doubts

If you have any questions regarding this policy or other privacy issues, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at: iread4skills@fcsh.unl.pt.