Who we are
Our website address is: https://www.crete.org.uk.
This is the Cookie Policy for Crete.org.uk, accessible from https://www.crete.org.uk
What Are Cookies
As is common practice with almost all professional websites this site uses cookies, which are tiny files that are downloaded to your computer, to improve your experience. This page describes what information they gather, how we use it and why we sometimes need to store these cookies. We will also share how you can prevent these cookies from being stored however this may downgrade or ‘break’ certain elements of the sites functionality.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. Unfortunately in most cases there are no industry standard options for disabling cookies without completely disabling the functionality and features they add to this site. It is recommended that you leave on all cookies if you are not sure whether you need them or not in case they are used to provide a service that you use.
Disabling Cookies
You can prevent the setting of cookies by adjusting the settings on your browser (see your browser Help for how to do this). Be aware that disabling cookies will affect the functionality of this and many other websites that you visit. Disabling cookies will usually result in also disabling certain functionality and features of the this site. Therefore it is recommended that you do not disable cookies.
Third Party Cookies
We use Google Adsense Advertising on our Site, App, and/or software. Google’s Advertising Principles can sum up Google’s advertising requirements. They are introduced to provide a better experience for users.
For further information visit: https://support.google.com/adwordspolicy/answer/1316548?hl=en
As a third-party vendor, Google makes use of cookies to serve ads on our Site, App, and/or Software. Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users on the basis of their previous visits to our Site, Software, App, and Services and other sites. If you want to opt-out of the use of the DART cookie, you can do so by visiting the privacy policy of Google Ad and Content Network.
In some special cases we also use cookies provided by trusted third parties. The following section details which third party cookies you might encounter through this site.
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The Google AdSense service we use to serve advertising
Google Ad Manager
It uses the DoubleClick cookie to serve more relevant ads across the web and limit the number of times that a given ad is shown to you.For more information on Google AdSense see the official Google AdSense privacy FAQ.
MARKETING
This type of service allows the User Data to be used for commercial communication purposes in various forms of advertising, such as banners, also in relation to the User’s interests. This does not mean that all Personal Data is used for this purpose. Data and conditions of use are indicated below.
Some of the services listed below may use cookies to identify the user or use the behavioral retargeting technique, or display personalized advertisements based on the user’s interests and behavior, also detected outside this Application. For more information on this, we suggest you check the privacy policies of the respective services.
ADVERTISING
This type of service allows the User Data to be used for commercial communication purposes. These communications are shown on this Application in the form of banners and other forms of advertising, also in relation to the interests of the User.
This does not mean that all Personal Data is used for this purpose. Data and conditions of use are indicated below.
GOOGLE Adsense (GOOGLE INC.)
Google Adsense is an advertising service provided by Google LLC with which the Owner can conduct advertising campaigns jointly with external advertising networks with which the Owner, unless otherwise specified in this document, has no direct relationship.
How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services
Users who do not wish to be tracked by the different advertising networks can use Youronlinechoices. For an understanding of Google’s use of data, please consult Google’s Google partner policies.
.This service uses the “Doubleclick” Cookie, which tracks the use of this Application and the User’s behavior in relation to advertisements, products and services offered.
The User can decide at any time not to use the DoubleClick Cookie by disabling it: https://www.google.com/settings/ads/onweb/optout
Personal Data processed: Cookies; Usage data.
Place of processing: USA –Privacy Policy.
This type of service allows the User Data to be used for commercial communication purposes in various forms of advertising, such as banners, also in relation to the User’s interests. This does not mean that all Personal Data is used for this purpose. Data and conditions of use are indicated below.
Some of the services listed below may use cookies to identify the user or use the behavioral retargeting technique, i.e. display personalized advertisements based on the interests and behavior of the user, also detected outside this application. For more information on this, we suggest you check the privacy policies of the respective services.
Updates to this policy
Google’s original EU user consent policy was updated on 25 May. To reflect the UK’s evolving relationship with the European Union, minor changes were made on 31 October 2019. No further changes to the policy are anticipated at this time, but as noted above, we will continue to evaluate the law and industry practice and update our recommendations and requirements accordingly.
INFORMATION RELATING ABOUT OUR WEBSITE PRIVACY POLICY
A: This section provides the users with information concerning the management methods of the website https://www.crete.org.uk used for the processing of users’ data.
B: This information is provided to those who interact with our website at: the website https://www.crete.org.uk pursuant to artC:13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement
C:The information is provided only for the website https://www.crete.org.uk and not for other websites that may be consulted by the user through links contained therein.
D:The purpose of this document is to provide guidance on the manner, timing and nature of the information that the data controller must provide to the users of the the website https://www.crete.org.uk web page, regardless of the purpose of the connection, according to the the European legislation.
- The information may be subject to changes due to the introduction of new rules in this regard, we therefore invite the user to periodically check this page.
- If the user is under 16, pursuant to art. 8, par. 1 EU Regulation 2016/679, must show his consent through parental permission.
DATA PROCESSING – GDPR
A:The controller shall be the natural or legal person, public authority, service or other body who, individually or together with others, determines the purposes and means of processing of personal data. He also deals with data security profiles.
B:With regard to this website the website https://www.crete.org.uk the data controller is: Crete.org.uk. For any clarification or exercise of rights, the users can contact him at the following email address: privacy@crete.org.uk
Data Processor
A:The processor shall be the natural or legal person, public authority, service or other body who processes personal data on behalf of the controller.
B:Pursuant to Article 28 of EU Regulation N. 2016/679, the data controller has appointed as data processor for this website https://www.crete.org.uk
Data Protection Officer – DPO
A:The data protection officer is provided for by art. 37 of EU Regulation no. 2016/679. He cooperates with the Data Protection Supervisor and he is the reference, also with respect to data subjects, for issues related to the processing of personal data (art. 38 and 39 of EU Regulation no. 2016/679) and he coordinates the implementation and maintenance of records of processing activities (art. 30 of EU Regulation no. 2016/679).
B:As required by art. 37 par. 7 of EU Regulation no. 2016/679, the email address of the Data Protection Officer is: privacy@crete.org.uk
Place of data processing
A:The data will be processed within the European Union. In the event that our website avails of services located in third countries, the company will check beforehand that they provide adequate safeguards approved by the European Commission and/or in compliance with the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield.
Communication of data to third parties
A:The data of the users acquired during the navigation on the website may be communicated to third parties, who, as data processor or anyway authorized to process, will process the personal data communicated on behalf of crete.org.uk
3 – COOKIES
Function of cookies
A:Cookies are small strings of text used to store certain information that may concern the user, his preferences or the Internet access device (computer, tablet or mobile) and may be used for different purposes. In particular, a cookie consists of a small set of data transferred to the user’s browser from a web server. They are not executable codes and they do not transmit viruses.
B:Cookies can be distinguished in first-party cookies if installed on the user’s browser by the operator of the website visited and third-party cookies if sent from websites or web servers other than the one visited by the user.
C:The the website https://www.crete.org.uk website uses cookies to make the user’s browsing experience easier and more intuitive and to monitor the number of access to the website and the interactions of the user with the website for statistical purposes.
- Cookies do not record any personal information and the data collected are not stored. If you wish, you can prevent the saving of some or all cookies. However, in this case the use of the website and the services offered may be compromised. To proceed without changing the options related to cookies, just continue browsing.
Cookies used
A:The website the website https://www.crete.org.uk uses technical cookies, analytical cookies and third party profiling cookies:
a) Technical cookies
A:Technical cookies are installed in the user’s browser and are used for navigation purposes and to facilitate access to and use of the website by the user. They are necessary for the transmission of communications over an electronic network or to provide the service requested by the customer. The use of technical cookies allows the safe and efficient use of the website.
B:Technical cookies are: navigation or session cookies, which ensure normal navigation and use of the website (allowing, for example, to make a purchase or to login to have access to reserved areas); functionality cookies, that allow the user to browse according to a series of selected criteria (for example, the language, the products selected for purchase) in order to improve the service provided.
C:Technical cookies do not require the prior consent of the user to be installed.
b) Analytical cookies
A:The website the website https://www.crete.org.uk uses Google Analytics. These cookies analyse the visitors’ traffic and monitor the number of access, for purely statistical purposes.
B:With regard to the installation of these cookies, the the website https://www.crete.org.uk is a mere technical intermediary between the third party and the user, as it has no obligation to provide the user directly with the relevant information and to acquire consent to the installation of cookies, being the redirection to the updated link to the information and consent forms published by the third parties considered sufficient.
C:Below there are the links to the pages containing the extended information and the consent forms of the third parties, where the users may refuse their consent to the installation of cookies:
- Google Analytics:
https://developers.google.com/analytics/devguides/collection/analyticsjs/cookie-usage
- Google Analytics cookies are used by our website for technical purposes. However, it cannot be excluded that Google and Facebook carry out user tracking activities. The user is invited to consult the extended information at the links above.
Rights of the user
A:The settings for managing or disabling cookies may vary depending on the Internet browser used. In any case, the user can manage or request the deactivation or deletion of cookies, by changing the settings of his internet browser. Such deactivation may slow down or prevent access to certain pages of the site and may remove the preferences that the user has set for the navigation on the website.
B:For further information and support it can also be visited the relevant page of the web browser currently used:
- Internet Explorer: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-vista/block-or-allow-cookies
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-us/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
- Safari: http://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
- Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/61416
- Opera: http://www.opera.com/help/tutorials/security/cookies/5- THE DATA PROCESSED
Modalities of data processing
A:Like all websites, this site also uses log files, used to store the information collected automatically during users’ visits. The information collected can be the following:
- internet protocol (IP) address;
- type of browser and device parameters used to navigate on the site;
- name of the internet service provider (ISP),
- date and time of visit,
- web page of origin of the visitor (referral) and exit;
- the number of clicks, if any.B:Such information is processed automatically and exclusively collected in an aggregated form in order to verify the proper functioning of the site, and for security reasons. This information will be processed according to the legitimate interests of the controller.
C:For security purposes (spam filters, firewalls, virus detection), automatically recorded data may also include personal data, such as the IP address, which could be used in accordance with applicable laws, in order to block attempts to damage the site itself or to cause damage to other users, harmful activities or activities constituting a crime. Such data are never used for the identification or profiling of the user, but only for the protection of the site and its users.
- In case the website allows to comment, or regarding specific services requested by the user, the website automatically detects and records certain identification data of the user, including the email address. These data are voluntarily provided by the user at the time of the request to provide the service. By commenting or providing other information the user expressly accepts the privacy policy and in particular consents to the communication of the content to third parties. The data received will be used exclusively for the provision of the requested service and only for the time necessary to provide the service.
- The information that the users of the website want to make public through the services and tools made available by the website itself, must be provided by the user knowingly and voluntarily, exempting this site from any liability for any violations of the law. It is up to the users to verify that they can enter personal data of third parties or content protected by national and international standards.
Purposes of data processing
A:The data collected by the website during the navigation are processed by the controller, the processors and the other authorized persons for the following purposes:
• allow site navigation;
• carry out analysis of visitors’ traffic;
B: The data collected by the website are used exclusively for the purposes indicated above and stored for the time strictly necessary to carry out the activities specified.
C: The data used for security purposes (blocking attempts to damage the site) are stored for as long as it is strictly necessary.
Data provided by the user
As indicated above, the optional, explicit and voluntary sending of emails to the addresses indicated on this site entails the subsequent acquisition of the sender’s address, necessary to answer to the requests, and any other personal data included in the message.
5- RIGHTS OF THE USER
A:The the website https://www.crete.org.uk informs the user of his or her rights. In particular, the data subject has the right to request access to the controller: the access to personal data (art. 15 EU Regulation 2016/679), the rectification (art. 16 EU Regulation 2016/679), the erasure, cd. “right to be forgotten” (art. 17 EU Regulation 2016/679), the data portability (art. 20 EU Regulation 2016/679), the restriction of processing (art. 18 EU Regulation 2016/679) or the objection, for legitimate reasons, to processing (art. 21 EU Regulation 2016/679).
B:The requests may be addressed to the DPO without formality or, alternatively, using the form provided by the Data Protection Supervisor, by sending an email to: privacy@crete.org.uk
C:In case the processing is based on Art. 6 (1) (a) of EU Regulation 2016/679 – explicit consent to the processing – or on art. 9 (2) (a) of EU Regulation 2016/679 – explicit consent to the processing of genetic, biometric, health-related data, data concerning religious, philosophical or trade-union beliefs, data revealing racial, ethnic origin or political opinions – the user has the right to revoke the consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of the processing based on the consent given before the revocation.
6 – DATA TRANSFER TO NON-EU COUNTRIES
A:This website may share some of the data collected with services located outside the European Union area. For example with Google, Facebook via social plugins and the Google Analytics service. The transfer is authorized and strictly regulated by article 45, par. 1 of EU Regulation 2016/679 and no further consent is required. The companies mentioned above guarantee their adherence to the EU – U.S. Privacy Shield.
B:Data shall never be transferred to third countries which do not comply with the conditions laid down in Article 45 and ss. of EU Regulation 2016/679.
7 – SECURITY OF THE DATA SUPPLIED
A:This website processes user data in a lawful and correct manner, taking appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorised access to, disclosure, modification or deletion of data. The processing is carried out using computer and/ or telematic tools, with organizational methods strictly related to the purposes indicated.
8- AMENDMENTS TO THIS DOCUMENT
A:This document, published at: the website https://www.crete.org.uk is the privacy policy of this site.
B:It may be subject to amendments or updates. In case of changes and relevant updates, these will be notified to users.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Who we share your data with
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How long we retain your data
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
COPPA (Children Online Privacy Protection Act)
The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act put parents in control. crete.org.uk does not knowingly get personal information from children under the age of 13. In the event that it has come to our knowledge that we have acquired personal information from a child that is younger than 13 years of age, we will take necessary measures to take out that information from our systems. If you are under the age of 13, please do not provide any personal information through the Site, Service, App, and/or Software. We also encourage parents and their legal guardians to closely monitor their children’s Internet usage. Another way to enforce this Policy is by informing their children to never provide any personal information through the Site, Service, App, and/or Software without their permission.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.