Effective Date: 20 September 2024

Stichting Symbiosis, operating internationally as The Symbiosis Foundation (the “Foundation”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website (the “Site”) or interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, and other identifiable information that you provide to us when you fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us.
• Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information about your use of the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This information is used for analytical purposes to improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

The Foundation may use your information for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• To send you newsletters, updates, and information about our activities and initiatives.
• To analyze and improve the functionality of our Site.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. Compliance with EU Sanctions

Stichting Symbiosis, operating internationally as The Symbiosis Foundation, fully respects and complies with all applicable European Union sanctions, as outlined on the official EU sanctions map https://sanctionsmap.eu/#/main. We ensure that our activities, partnerships, and transactions are in accordance with these regulations and are committed to avoiding any engagement with sanctioned entities or individuals.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and provide personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Transfer to trusted service providers who assist us in operating our Site and conducting our business, provided they agree to keep this information confidential.
• When required by law or to protect our rights or the rights of others.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• The right to access your personal information.
• The right to request correction or deletion of your personal information.
• The right to object to or restrict the processing of your personal information.
• The right to data portability.
• To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Foundation reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: info@TheSymbiosisFoundation.org