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MAPREN – GDPR Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how MAPREN collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit or interact with https://mapren.org

(“the Website”). We are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. What Data We Collect

2.1 Data You Provide Directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Account login details

  • Payment or subscription details (processed securely by third-party providers)

  • Messages or inquiries submitted via contact forms

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device identifiers

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Cookies and related tracking technologies (see Section 7)

2.3 Data from Third Parties

  • Analytics providers

  • Advertising and marketing platforms

  • Payment processors

3. How We Use Your Data

MAPREN may use personal data to:

  • Provide, manage, and improve our services

  • Handle registrations, purchases, or account management

  • Respond to inquiries or support requests

  • Send newsletters or marketing communications (only with your consent)

  • Ensure security and prevent fraud

  • Analyze website performance and user behavior

  • Meet legal or regulatory obligations

4. Legal Bases for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your data using these legal bases:

  • Consent — e.g., newsletter subscriptions

  • Contract performance — e.g., completing a purchase or providing a requested service

  • Legitimate interests — e.g., improving website functionality

  • Legal obligations — e.g., financial or regulatory requirements

5. Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with:

  • Hosting and IT service providers

  • Analytics and advertising partners (with consent)

  • Payment providers

  • Legal authorities when required

  • Business partners assisting in service delivery

We never sell your personal data.

6. International Data Transfers

If your information is transferred outside the EU/EEA, MAPREN ensures adequate protection measures, such as EU-approved Standard Contractual Clauses.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

MAPREN uses cookies to:

  • Enhance user experience

  • Analyze site performance

  • Personalize content

  • Provide targeted advertising (only with consent)

You can manage cookies through your browser or our Cookie Banner.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined here or to comply with legal requirements. When data is no longer required, we delete or anonymize it.

9. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Rectify inaccurate information

  • Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict certain types of processing

  • Object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • File a complaint with an EU supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, please contact us 

10. Data Security

MAPREN implements technical and organizational measures to ensure your data is protected from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to external websites. MAPREN is not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.

12. Children’s Privacy

MAPREN does not knowingly collect data from individuals under 16 years of age. If such data is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.

13. Changes to This Policy

MAPREN may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All updates will be posted at https://mapren.org

with an updated “Last updated” date.

14. Contact Us

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us.