GreenLab is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in compliance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you register and participate in the GreenLab Open Online Course (OOC), an Erasmus+ initiative.

1. Data Controller

GreenLab, as part of the Erasmus+ project, acts as the data controller for your personal data. If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@cesie.org or +39 091 616 42 24.

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data:

2.1 Registration Data:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Country of residence
  • Professional or educational background

2.2 Course Participation Data:

  • Progress and performance within the course
  • Submissions, assessments, and interactions on the platform

2.3 Technical Data:

  • IP address
  • Device and browser type
  • Log files and usage data (e.g., time spent on the platform)

2.4 Feedback and Surveys:

  • Responses to course evaluations and Erasmus+ surveys
3. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used for the following purposes:

  • 3.1 To manage your registration and provide access to the course.
  • 3.2 To monitor your progress and ensure the quality of the learning experience.
  • 3.3 To generate anonymized reports required by the Erasmus+ program for monitoring and evaluation.
  • 3.4 To communicate with you regarding course updates, materials, and support.
  • 3.5 To improve our courses and platforms based on user feedback.
4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • 4.1 Contractual Necessity: To provide you with access to the course and its features.
  • 4.2 Legal Obligation: To comply with Erasmus+ program requirements and applicable regulations.
  • 4.3 Legitimate Interest: To enhance the course experience and ensure platform security.
  • 4.4 Consent: For specific purposes, such as marketing communications, if applicable.
5. Data Sharing

We may share your data with the following parties:

  • 5.1 Erasmus+ Program Administrators: For reporting, monitoring, and evaluation purposes.
  • 5.2 Service Providers: Third-party platforms or tools used to deliver the course (e.g., learning management systems).
  • 5.3 Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of GreenLab or others.

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including compliance with Erasmus+ reporting requirements. Afterward, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • 7.1 Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • 7.2 Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • 7.3 Erasure: Request deletion of your data where applicable.
  • 7.4 Restriction: Request limitation of data processing.
  • 7.5 Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization.
  • 7.6 Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
  • 7.7 Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for processing activities based on your prior consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@cesie.org or +39 091 616 42 24.

8. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

9. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in compliance with GDPR.

10. Changes to This Policy

GreenLab reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant updates will be communicated to participants.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@cesie.org

Address: Via Roma, 94 - 90133 Palermo, Italy

This Privacy Policy is effective as of 2025-07-21.