1. Introduction
The LIFE SMART IAS project is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website.
2. Who We Are
LIFE SMART IAS is a project funded by the European Union’s LIFE Programme under Grant Agreement No. 101214376.
Coordinator: GEOkomm e.V. – Verband der Geoinformationswirtschaft Berlin/Brandenburg, David-Gilly-Str. 1, 14469 Potsdam, Germany.
3. Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of data:
Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and information about your visit (e.g., pages viewed).
Contact data: If you use our contact forms or subscribe to newsletters, we collect your name, email address, and any information you choose to provide.
4. How We Use Your Data
Your personal data is used for:
Responding to inquiries;
Sending project updates or newsletters (only if you subscribed);
Website analytics to improve content and functionality;
Fulfilling legal obligations related to EU-funded project dissemination.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
Your consent (e.g., newsletter subscription);
Our legitimate interest in promoting project activities;
Legal obligations under EU grant agreements.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or trade your data. However, we may share it with:
Project partners listed in the LIFE SMART IAS consortium;
Service providers supporting our website and IT infrastructure;
The European Commission or its agencies when required for project reporting.
7. Data Retention
We will keep your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated and in compliance with EU regulations (typically up to 5 years after the project ends).
8. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
9. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your personal data;
Withdraw consent at any time;
Object to processing or request data portability;
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
10. Contact Us
For any questions regarding this privacy policy or your data, contact:
Email: lsi@geokomm.de
Address: GEOkomm e.V., David-Gilly-Str. 1, 14469 Potsdam, Germany
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this website.