GDPR & Data Protection Notice
Last updated: 01.06.2025.
At Rights of Mediterranean, we respect your right to privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU 2016/679).
This page explains how we collect, use, and store personal data submitted through our website forms.
1. What Data We Collect
We collect personal data through the following forms on our website:
- Contact Form
Name, email address, and your message. - Sign as an Individual
Your full name, country, optional email address, and optional comment. - Endorse as an Organisation
Name of the organization, contact person’s name and role, email address, website (optional), and message.
We only collect the minimum necessary data to fulfill the purpose of each form.
2. Why We Collect Your Data
We use the data you provide:
To respond to your inquiries;
- To publicly list your name or organization as a supporter of the Rights of Mediterranean declaration (only with your consent);
- To keep a record of endorsements and declarations;
- To send updates if you have explicitly opted in;
- To improve website functionality and ensure security.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Your consent – when you submit a form or sign the declaration;
- Our legitimate interest – to manage the initiative and website responsibly;
- Legal obligation – when required to comply with laws or respond to lawful requests.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.
4. How Long We Keep Your Data
- Contact form messages: kept for up to 3 years.
- Signatures and endorsements: stored until the initiative concludes or until you request deletion.
- Analytics and technical logs: retained for up to 12 months.
5. Who Has Access to Your Data
We do not sell or trade your data. Access is limited to our internal team and trusted service providers (e.g., hosting provider, email service, analytics), all of whom comply with GDPR and are contractually bound to confidentiality.
We do not publish email addresses publicly under any circumstances.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
- Access your personal data;
- Correct or update inaccurate data;
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”);
- Restrict or object to processing;
- Withdraw your consent at any time;
- File a complaint with your national Data Protection Authority.
7. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. This helps us improve content and performance. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser or opt out where required.
More info can be found in our Cookie Policy.
8. Contact
If you have any questions about this notice or how your data is handled, please reach out to us at:
Rights of Mediterranean
Email: info@rightsofmediterranean.net
Website: https://rightsofmediterranean.net