1. Purpose of the Privacy Policy
1.1. Codfish Academy (hereinafter Codfish Academy) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, process, and safeguard data.
1.2. In case of any questions or feedback about this privacy policy, please contact Codfish Academy at [email protected]
2. Data Collection and Processing
2.1. Website browsing statistics.
2.1.1. Codfish Academy collects data about visitors of codfishacademy.com to understand how to improve it.
2.1.2. Codfish Academy is committed to continuously improving its website to provide an optimal user experience. To achieve this, Codfish Academy collects data on website usage, including the most relevant information to visitors, frequency of access, browser and device types, most-viewed content, visitor locations, and other relevant demographic and statistical insights.
2.1.3. Codfish Academy collects this information through Google Analytics.
2.1.4. Codfish Academy processes the collected data based on the legitimate business interests of Codfish Academy in gaining a deeper understanding of client needs and preferences and to continuously improve our services and optimize access to the information Codfish Academy publishes.
2.1.5. You may at any time disable the collection of your data by Google Analytics by Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
2.2. Logs
2.2.1. The server hosting the website of Codfish Academy may log user requests, including accessed web addresses, device and browser details, IP addresses, and timestamps. This data is used for technical purposes, such as ensuring website functionality, maintaining security, and investigating potential security incidents.
2.2.2. The basis for collecting and using such data is Codfish Academy’s legitimate interest in ensuring the technical availability and security of the Codfish Academy website.
2.3. Applicant data
2.3.1. Codfish Academy collects the following personal data from applicants to the Codfish Academy services: name, surname, email, phone number, IP address, payment details, and other relevant data submitted via the Codfish Academy website forms.
2.3.2. In evaluating an applicant’s eligibility, Codfish Academy processes only personal data relevant to the qualifications, professional competencies, and characteristics of the applicants. Codfish Academy does not collect or process special categories of personal data unless required by law.
2.3.3. Data is collected via website forms, emails, third-party integrations, and direct interactions.
2.3.4. Data is processed based on consent.
2.3.5. Access to your data will be given to the employees or partners of Codfish Academy responsible for the application process and onboarding of the applicants. Additionally, Codfish Academy employees or partners for IT matters may have access to your personal data during the maintenance and operation of computer software.
3. Data Controller
3.1. Codfish Academy is the controller of your personal data.
3.2. You can contact Codfish Academy at [email protected]
4. Cookies
4.1. Codfish Academy uses cookies and similar tracking technologies for analytics, personalisation, and marketing. Cookies allow the website to retain your actions and preferences, such as login details, language settings, font size, and other display preferences, over a period of time. This ensures a seamless browsing experience by eliminating the need to re-enter these settings each time you return to the site or navigate between pages.
4.2. Codfish Academy website uses cookies to collect your IP address and browsing information, including visited websites and time spent on each page, enabling the site to remember your system and preferences.
4.3. Other cookies allow Codfish Academy to track website traffic and users’ interaction with the website – Codfish Academy uses this data to analyse visitors’ behaviour and to improve visitors’ experience. These cookies are placed and used by the Google Analytics tool.
4.4. Data may be shared with Google, Meta, and other partners for analytics and advertising purposes.
4.5. Users can manage cookie preferences via a consent banner and browser settings. Cookies are stored on your device only with your consent, except those essential for the website’s technical functionality. Note that declining cookies may limit certain website features.
4.6. The legal basis for the use of cookies is consent or the legitimate interest of Codfish Academy in ensuring the technical functionality of our website.
5. Data Use and Transfer
5.1. Collected data is used for customer support, marketing, analytics, service improvements, and legal compliance.
5.2. Codfish Academy may share data with payment processors, cloud service providers, marketing platforms, and regulatory bodies.
5.3. If data is transferred outside the EU, appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or adequacy decisions are implemented.
5.4. By subscribing to the Codfish Academy newsletter or providing your contact details, you consent to receive updates, newsletters, and relevant alerts.
5.5. Profiling: Codfish Academy analyzes website visitor statistics to identify trends and demographics but does not create individual visitor profiles.
5.6. Your data may be shared with Codfish Academy’s partners only with your explicit consent, as provided through the website form. You may withdraw your consent at any time by emailing Codfish Academy at the email listed in Section 3 of this Privacy Policy.
6. Access to the Data
6.1. Authorized employees and service providers from Codfish Academy’s marketing and IT departments may access visitor statistics to analyze data and enhance the website.
6.2. Codfish Academy partners who provide Codfish Academy with website content management tools or who host the Codfish Academy website may have access to technical log files.
6.3. Google Analytics, provided by Google Inc. (USA), accesses the collected statistical data. This transfer complies with EU standard contractual clauses (Article 46 GDPR), ensuring data privacy through contractual obligations.
6.4. Cookies are accessible by partner Google Marketing Platform.
7. Data Storing
7.1. Codfish Academy uses collected statistical data for analysis for up to 3 years.
7.2. Cookies are typically valid for a short duration, ranging from a day to a month, though some may remain active for up to a year.
8. Data Protection
8.1. Codfish Academy processes data in accordance with the safety and processing requirements established in the European Union Regulation 2016/679 (the General Data Protection Regulation) and the applicable data protection laws in Portugal.
8.2. Codfish Academy implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access to, personal data transmitted, stored or otherwise processed.
9. Excercising Your Rights
9.1. By contacting Codfish Academy via e-mail at [email protected], you may exercise your right:
9.1.1. to require access to your personal data;
9.1.2. to require rectification of your personal data;
9.1.3. to require the erasure of your personal data;
9.1.4. to withdraw consent to the processing of your personal data, where applicable.
9.2. In some cases, you may have the right to request a restriction or object to the processing of your personal data.
9.3. If your personal data is erased, Codfish Academy will retain only the necessary copies to protect our or third-party legitimate interests, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, address issues, or enforce any agreements with you.
9.4. You may disable cookies by your browser settings.
9.5. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with the relevant authority in your EU country of residence. In Portugal, this is the Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados (CNPD), or the National Data Protection Commission.
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