Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

The TwinDEEPS project is coordinated by CIIMAR – Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, based at the University of Porto, Portugal.

2. Personal Data Collected

We may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Name and email address (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us via the contact form).

  • IP address and browsing data (through cookies and analytical tools).

3. Purpose of Processing

Collected data are used to:

  • Respond to information requests or contact inquiries.

  • Send newsletters and updates about the project, with prior consent.

  • Improve user experience on the website through analysis of browsing data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Processing of your personal data is based on:

  • Your explicit consent (Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR).

  • The legitimate interest of the project in communicating and promoting its activities (Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR).

5. Data Sharing

Your data may be shared with:

6. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area, we will ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

7. Data Retention

Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which they were collected, unless otherwise required by law.

8. Data Subject Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Request the erasure of your data.

  • Object to the processing of your data.

  • Request restriction of processing.

  • Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: twindeeps@ciimar.up.pt

9. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance website functionality and analyse usage patterns. By continuing to browse our site, you consent to the use of cookies.

10. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated revision date.