Privacy Policy

The REPAM project is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure online experience. This Privacy Policy applies to the website of the REPAM Project under the HORIZON-CL4-2024-TWIN-TRANSITION-01-41 call (Grant Agreement No. 101178659) and governs the collection and use of personal data. The website is managed under the responsibility of the REPAM Consortium, and its main purpose is to disseminate and exchange information related to the research and outcomes of the REPAM project. By using the REPAM website, you consent to the data practices described in this statement.

1. Policy Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to the REPAM project website (www.re-pam.eu or assigned domain) and governs all personal data processing activities in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Horizon Europe guidelines.

This website is operated under the responsibility of the REPAM Consortium and aims to disseminate project information, collect user inquiries, and facilitate engagement with stakeholders.

This Privacy Policy applies to the REPAM website regardless of the device used (e.g. desktop, mobile, tablet).

2. Personal Data Collected and Usage

(i) Contact Form and Email Communications

When you contact us via the website’s contact form or email, we collect your name, email address, and any information you provide voluntarily. This data is used solely to respond to your queries or requests.

 Emails are directed to the project contact address: info@re-pam.eu (or relevant coordination partner email).

Legal basis: Your explicit consent under GDPR Art. 6(1)(a).

(ii) Social Media Plugins

Our website may include social media buttons (e.g. LinkedIn, bluesky). These platforms may collect personal data according to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for details.

(iii) Website Analytics

We use Google Analytics to gather anonymized usage data. This includes browser type, device, OS, and geographic region, and navigatiojn path, but does not identify individuals. Your IP address is anonymized before processing.

We use this data to understand how users navigate our site. Google Analytics uses cookies — you may disable these in your browser settings.

3. Data Storage and Security

Personal data collected via the website is securely stored by BYS Grup and authorized project partners. Access is limited to approved personnel only.

Security measures include:

• Restricted access to personal data only to authorized personnel.
• Use of secure, isolated IT infrastructure to prevent unauthorized access.
• Continuous monitoring to detect and prevent misuse.

4. Retention Period

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal requirements.

5. Cookies and Third-Party Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies required for basic functionality, such as session management and page navigation. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.

In addition, we can use cookies for *analytical purposes* to better understand how visitors use our website. These analytics cookies help us improve performance and user experience by collecting anonymous usage statistics. No personally identifiable data is stored or tracked.

You can control or disable cookies at any time via your browser settings. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the proper functioning of certain features on the site.

By continuing to browse our website, you consent to the use of both essential and analytics cookies as described above.

You have the right to refuse or withdraw cookie consent at any time via your browser settings or the cookies declaration panel on our website.

6. Data Breach Notification

In case of a personal data breach, REPAM will notify affected users and supervisory authorities within 72 hours, as per GDPR requirements.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

•   Access your personal data.
•   Request correction or update of inaccurate data.
•   Request deletion ("right to be forgotten") under certain conditions.
•   Restrict or object to processing based on legitimate interests.
•   Request data portability.
•   Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
•   Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@re-pam.eu  with sufficient identification and details of your request.

8. Response Time to Rights Requests

We aim to respond to all valid requests within 30 days. Extensions may apply for complex or multiple requests.

9. Data Controller and Contact Information

The data controller for the REPAM website is:

BYS Grup Bilişim Sistemleri Danışmanlık Ticaret ve Sanayi A.Ş.
Email: info@re-pam.eu
Address: Bahçelievler mah. 323/1 cad. A Blok Gazi Üniversitesi Teknokent Binası No:10/50-A   İçkapı No: 10 Gölbaşı Ankara, Türkiye

10. Complaints

You can contact your local Data Protection Authority (DPA) or the Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK), or lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory body if you believe your data rights have been infringed.

11. Changes to This Policy