1. Introduction
The Forum on Information and Democracy (“the Forum”) is committed to protecting the personal information of all visitors to its website http://www.informationdemocracy.org. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
2. Data Controller
Forum on Information and Democracy
Headquarters: CS 90247, 75083 Paris CEDEX 02
Email: contact@informationdemocracy.org
3. Personal Data Collected
The Forum collects personal information only when voluntarily provided by users, for example:
- Contact forms (name, email, organization/company)
- Newsletter subscriptions
- Participation in surveys, calls for contributions, or job applications
4. Purpose of Processing
Personal data is used solely for:
- Sending updates, newsletters, or event invitations
- Responding to inquiries or requests
- Improving and personalizing services offered
- Complying with legal obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing
- Consent: when users subscribe to newsletters or submit forms.
- Legitimate interest: to maintain the website and communicate with supporters.
- Legal obligation: for regulatory compliance.
6. Data Sharing
The Forum does not sell or exchange personal data with third parties. Data may be disclosed only if required by law.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, unless a longer period is required by law.
8. Data Security
The Forum takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
9. Rights of Users
Under French and EU law, users have the right to:
- Access their personal data
- Rectify inaccuracies
- Request deletion or restriction of processing
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting legality of prior processing)
Requests can be sent via email to contact@informationdemocracy.org or by post to the Forum headquarters. Users may also contact their local Data Protection Authority.
10. Cookies
The website uses cookies only as described in our Cookies Policy. Users can refuse cookies at any time.
11. Data Transfers Outside the EU
The Forum’s website is hosted by WordPress.com (USA). Where data is transferred outside the EU, we ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations.
12. Children
The website is not intended for children under 15 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under this age.
13. Updates to Privacy Policy
The Forum may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on the website with the date of revision.
