This Cookie Policy was last updated on October 13, 2023 and applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the European Economic Area and Switzerland.

1. Introduction

Our website, https://scpr-syria.org (hereinafter: “the website”) uses cookies and other related technologies (for convenience all technologies are referred to as “cookies”). Cookies are also placed by third parties we have engaged. In the document below we inform you about the use of cookies on our website.

2. What are cookies?

A cookie is a small simple file that is sent along with pages of this website and stored by your browser on the hard drive of your computer or another device. The information stored therein may be returned to our servers or to the servers of the relevant third parties during a subsequent visit.

3. What are scripts?

A script is a piece of program code that is used to make our website function properly and interactively. This code is executed on our server or on your device.

4. What is a web beacon?

A web beacon (or a pixel tag) is a small, invisible piece of text or image on a website that is used to monitor traffic on a website. In order to do this, various data about you is stored using web beacons.

5. Cookies

5.1 Technical or functional cookies

Some cookies ensure that certain parts of the website work properly and that your user preferences remain known. By placing functional cookies, we make it easier for you to visit our website. This way, you do not need to repeatedly enter the same information when visiting our website and, for example, the items remain in your shopping cart until you have paid. We may place these cookies without your consent.

5.2 Statistics cookies

We use statistics cookies to optimize the website experience for our users. With these statistics cookies we get insights in the usage of our website. We ask your permission to place statistics cookies.

5.3 Marketing/Tracking cookies

Marketing/Tracking cookies are cookies or any other form of local storage, used to create user profiles to display advertising or to track the user on this website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.

5.4 Social media

On our website, we have included content to promote web pages (e.g. “like”, “pin”) or share (e.g. “tweet”) on social networks. This content is embedded with code derived from third parties and places cookies. This content might store and process certain information for personalized advertising.

Please read the privacy statement of these social networks (which can change regularly) to read what they do with your (personal) data which they process using these cookies. The data that is retrieved is anonymized as much as possible.

6. Placed cookies

7. Consent

When you visit our website for the first time, we will show you a pop-up with an explanation about cookies. As soon as you click on “Save preferences”, you consent to us using the categories of cookies and plug-ins you selected in the pop-up, as described in this Cookie Policy. You can disable the use of cookies via your browser, but please note that our website may no longer work properly.

8. Enabling/disabling and deleting cookies

You can use your internet browser to automatically or manually delete cookies. You can also specify that certain cookies may not be placed. Another option is to change the settings of your internet browser so that you receive a message each time a cookie is placed. For more information about these options, please refer to the instructions in the Help section of your browser.

Please note that our website may not work properly if all cookies are disabled. If you do delete the cookies in your browser, they will be placed again after your consent when you visit our website again.

9. Your rights with respect to personal data

You have the following rights with respect to your personal data:

You have the right to know why your personal data is needed, what will happen to it, and how long it will be retained for.

Right of access: You have the right to access your personal data that is known to us.

Right to rectification: you have the right to supplement, correct, have deleted or blocked your personal data whenever you wish.

If you give us your consent to process your data, you have the right to revoke that consent and to have your personal data deleted.

Right to transfer your data: you have the right to request all your personal data from the controller and transfer it in its entirety to another controller.

Right to object: you may object to the processing of your data. We comply with this, unless there are justified grounds for processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us. Please refer to the contact details at the bottom of this Cookie Policy. If you have a complaint about how we handle your data, we would like to hear from you, but you also have the right to submit a complaint to the supervisory authority (the Data Protection Authority).

1. Introduction

Welcome to Syrian Center for Policy Research (hereinafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, interact with us, or participate in any of our activities. We are committed to safeguarding your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

Syrian Center for Policy Research is the data controller responsible for the processing of personal data as described in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your data, please contact us at:

SCPR
Beirut, Lebanon
Lebanon
Website: https://scpr-syria.org
Email: [email protected]

3. Types of Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

Personal Identification Data: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and other contact information.

Professional Data: Employment details, qualifications, and areas of expertise (if you engage with us in a research capacity).

Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and information collected through cookies.

Research-Related Data: Participation in research studies, surveys, and events organized by the research centre.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

Consent: When you provide your explicit consent, such as subscribing to newsletters or participating in studies.

Contractual Obligations: For the performance of a contract, such as when you collaborate with us on research projects.

Legitimate Interests: For legitimate purposes, such as improving our services or conducting research, where your rights and freedoms are not overridden.

Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

5. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• Communicating with you about our research activities, events, and updates.
• Managing and coordinating research projects, collaborations, and surveys.
• Analyzing website usage and improving our website’s functionality.
• Conducting research and processing data for academic purposes.
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.

6. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with third parties only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, managing research projects, or providing IT support. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Research Collaborators: If you participate in joint research projects, your data may be shared with our research partners and collaborators.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your data to authorities if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Syrian Center for Policy Research.

7. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses, to protect your data in compliance with the GDPR.

8. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal requirements. Once the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your data.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request access to your personal data and receive a copy.
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
• Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request limited processing of your data under certain circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request the transfer of your data to another controller.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for specific purposes, such as direct marketing.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
  To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. For more information on how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

11. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Our security protocols are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure your data is safeguarded.

12. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the most recent update will be indicated at the top. We recommend that you review this policy regularly.

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Address:

SCPR
Beirut, Lebanon
Lebanon
Website: https://scpr-syria.org
Email: [email protected]