Privacy Policy (GDPR)

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Asociația Ape Limpezi și Albastre collects, processes and protects personal data in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR).

2. Who We Are

Asociația Ape Limpezi și Albastre
Registered office: Albești Commune, Arsa Village, 93 Decebal Street, C2, Constanța County, Romania
Email: contact@apealbastre.ro
Website: www.apealbastre.ro
Tax Identification Number (CUI): 51345330

3. What Personal Data We Collect

The personal data we may collect includes:

• First and last name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Information submitted through forms available on the website
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type and pages visited

4. How We Collect Personal Data

• Through contact and registration forms
• Through participation in events and activities
• Through cookies and similar technologies

5. Legal Basis for Processing

• User consent
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests, such as communication with members of our community

6. Purposes of Processing

• Managing registrations for events and activities
• Sending information, updates and news
• Improving the functionality and performance of the website
• Communicating with donors, volunteers and members

7. Disclosure of Personal Data

We do not sell or transfer personal data for commercial purposes. Personal data may only be shared with:

• Partners strictly necessary for the operation of the Association
• Approved service providers, such as hosting, email and form-processing services
• Public authorities where required by law

8. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, and no longer than 5 years for general data, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Request restriction of processing
• Object to the processing of your personal data
• Withdraw your consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Romanian National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing (ANSPDCP)

10. Cookies

The website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and improving the user experience. When first accessing the website, users may express their preferences regarding the use of cookies.

11. Data Security

Personal data is stored on secure servers and protected through appropriate technical and organizational measures, including HTTPS protocols, secure passwords and restricted access.

12. Contact

For requests or questions regarding your personal data and GDPR rights, you may contact us at:
📧 contact@apealbastre.ro

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.
Last updated: 20.09.2026