Introduction

World Sanctuary ("we", "our") is dedicated to environmental protection and biodiversity conservation. This privacy policy explains our practices regarding personal data in accordance with applicable legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Our commitment to sustainability extends to how we manage your information, ensuring transparency and respect.

Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of data:

• Identification data: name, surname, email address, when you complete a contact form.
• Usage data: information about how you interact with our website (e.g., pages visited, time spent), collected through cookies and similar technologies.
• Communication data: the content of messages sent via the contact form or email.

We do not collect sensitive data (e.g., health data, religious beliefs) through this website.

Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data for the following legitimate purposes:

• To respond to your requests and questions sent via the contact form (legal basis: performance of a contract at your request).
• To send you information about our ecosystem conservation projects, if you have subscribed to the newsletter (legal basis: your consent).
• To analyze website traffic and improve user experience (legal basis: legitimate interest).

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The website uses essential cookies for its operation and analytical cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how communities engage with environmental content. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

Sharing Data with Third Parties

Your data may be shared with:

• Service providers (e.g., hosting provider, email service) who assist us in operating the website, under strict confidentiality obligations.
• Regulatory authorities, only if required by law.

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

Your Rights

In accordance with data protection legislation, you have the following rights:

• The right to access your personal data.
• The right to rectification or erasure of your data.
• The right to object to processing or to restrict processing.
• The right to withdraw your consent, where consent is the legal basis for processing.
• The right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority (The National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address below.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. Our commitment to protection is as strong as our commitment to protecting natural habitats.

Data Storage

Data is stored on secure servers within the European Union and is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.

Contact and Updates

For any questions regarding this privacy policy or to exercise your rights, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
World Sanctuary
Str. Brăduțului 2A
Email: info@worldsanctuary.com
Phone: 0765319541

We reserve the right to update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legislation. We encourage you to review it periodically. Last update: May 15, 2024.