Cookie Policy – crossculturalstudies.org

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how crossculturalstudies.org uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

By continuing to browse this site, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, subject to your preferences.

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2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

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3. Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies to:

    •    Ensure the proper functioning of the website

    •    Improve user experience

    •    Analyze website traffic and performance

    •    Provide relevant content

Some cookies are essential, while others require your prior consent under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR).

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4. Types of cookies we use

a) Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Examples include:

    •    Security

    •    Page navigation

    •    Language preferences

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b) Analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website and improve its performance.

Examples include:

    •    Google Analytics (if used)

    •    Internal traffic measurement tools

👉 These cookies are only used with your consent.

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c) Third-party cookies

Some third-party services may place cookies on your device, such as:

    •    Google

    •    LinkedIn

    •    Marketing or analytics tools

These cookies may be used to deliver personalized content or analyze behavior across websites.

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5. Consent

In accordance with GDPR and applicable regulations, non-essential cookies are only placed after obtaining your explicit consent.

You can at any time:

    •    Accept all cookies

    •    Reject non-essential cookies

    •    Customize your preferences

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6. Cookie retention period

    •    Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser

    •    Persistent cookies: stored for a maximum of 13 months, in compliance with regulations

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7. Managing cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings:

    •    Block cookies

    •    Delete existing cookies

    •    Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

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8. Hosting

This website is hosted by:

IONOS SARL

7 place de la Gare

57200 Sarreguemines

France

IONOS may process technical data necessary for the operation and security of the website in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

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9. Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect legal or technical changes.

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10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at:

📧 contact@crossculturalstudies.org

Privacy Policy – crossculturalstudies.org

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how crossculturalstudies.org (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our website.

We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

crossculturalstudies.org

📧 contact@crossculturalstudies.org

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3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a) Information you provide directly

    •    Name

    •    Email address

    •    Any information submitted through contact forms

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b) Automatically collected data

    •    IP address

    •    Browser type and version

    •    Pages visited and time spent on the site

    •    Device type

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c) Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

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4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

    •    To respond to inquiries or contact requests

    •    To improve the website and user experience

    •    To analyze website traffic

    •    To ensure security and prevent fraud

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

    •    Your consent (e.g., cookies, contact forms)

    •    Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our website, ensuring security)

    •    Legal obligations, where applicable

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6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

However, we may share data with trusted third parties when necessary, including:

    •    Hosting provider (IONOS)

    •    Analytics providers (e.g., Google, if used)

    •    Technical service providers

All third parties are required to comply with data protection regulations.

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7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:

    •    Contact requests: up to 12 months

    •    Analytics data: up to 13 months

    •    Legal obligations: as required by law

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8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

    •    Access your personal data

    •    Request correction of inaccurate data

    •    Request deletion of your data

    •    Object to processing

    •    Request data portability

    •    Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us at:

📧 contact@crossculturalstudies.org

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9. Data Security

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

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10. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may be located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

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11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites.

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12. Hosting

This website is hosted by:

IONOS SARL

7 place de la Gare

57200 Sarreguemines

France

IONOS may process technical data necessary for the operation and security of the website in compliance with GDPR.

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

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14. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you can contact us at:

📧 contact@crossculturalstudies.org