This document explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected within the AccessCoVE Forum.
By using the forum, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
AccessCoVE Forum – Privacy Policy
Centres of Vocational Excellence in Accessibility
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is processed in the AccessCoVE Forum, established under the Erasmus+ co-funded project.
1. Data Controller
AccessCoVE Project (Erasmus+ project)
Email: accesscove@accesscove.eu
The Data Controller determines the purposes and means of processing in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
2. Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed based on:
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Article 6(1)(a) GDPR – Explicit consent
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Article 6(1)(f) GDPR – Legitimate interest in operating and safeguarding a secure digital collaboration environment within the project framework
Legitimate interest applies specifically to ensuring platform security, preventing misuse, maintaining system integrity, and fulfilling EU-funded project governance obligations.
Users may withdraw consent at any time.
3. Categories of Personal Data Processed
The forum may process the following categories of data:
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Identity data (name or chosen display name)
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Contact data (email address)
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Professional affiliation (if provided)
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User-generated content (posts, comments, poll participation) associated with a user account
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Technical and system-generated data necessary for authentication, logging, and security
The platform does not intentionally collect special categories of personal data (Article 9 GDPR).
Users are advised not to publish sensitive personal data within forum discussions.
4. Purpose of Processing
Personal data is processed exclusively for:
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Account registration and user authentication
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Enabling participation in forum discussions and activities
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Supporting project communication and dissemination
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Monitoring engagement for project reporting and KPI requirements
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Ensuring platform security and preventing misuse