Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The MEDPorts Association (“MEDPorts”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with us.

2. Data Controller

MEDPorts Association
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
23 Place de la Joliette
13226 Marseille Cedex 02
France

Email: medports@medportsassociation.org

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

  • Email address (when subscribing to MEDMosaic newsletter)

  • Name (if provided voluntarily)

  • Any information submitted through contact forms

  • Technical data (IP address, browser type, usage data via analytics tools)

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Send you the MEDMosaic newsletter and updates

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Improve our website and services

  • Monitor website usage and performance

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Consent (e.g. when subscribing to the newsletter)

  • Legitimate interest (e.g. improving our services and communication)

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

Your data may be processed by trusted third-party service providers, such as:

  • Squarespace (website hosting)

  • Google (analytics and data storage)

  • Zapier (automation services, if applicable)

These providers process data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Newsletter data is kept until you unsubscribe

  • Contact form data is kept for administrative purposes

8. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
medports@medportsassociation.org

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure proper website functionality

  • Analyze traffic and usage

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: medports@medportsassociation.org