TechEat Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is processed for users visiting and interacting with the techeat.it website ("the Site"), in accordance with EU Regulation 2016/679 ("GDPR") and applicable Italian data protection laws. 1. Data Controller The Data Controller for personal information collected through this Site is Enrico Casetta, acting as the individual responsible for the TechEat project. For any inquiries regarding the processing of personal data, you may contact the Controller at: techeat.lab@outlook.it. 2. Types of Data Collected Through the registration form on the Site, the following personal data is voluntarily provided by the user: - Name - Email address During standard browsing, data may also be collected automatically via cookies and similar technologies, as detailed in the "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section. 3. Purposes and Legal Basis for Processing Data collected via the registration form (Name and Email) is processed for the following purposes: a) Sending communications regarding the TechEat project: This includes project development updates, educational content (food science insights), and promotional offers, such as exclusive discounts for early subscribers. Legal basis: user consent (Art. 6, par. 1, point (a), GDPR), provided at the time of registration via the designated consent box. b) Registration form security: Data entered into the form is protected by Google’s reCAPTCHA service to prevent automated submissions (spam/bots). Legal basis: the Controller's legitimate interest in ensuring the Site’s security and proper functionality (Art. 6, par. 1, point (f), GDPR). Data collected via cookies and the Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram) is processed for statistical analysis and advertising remarketing, as described in the "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section. 4. Processing Methods and Location Data processing is carried out using computer and/or telecommunications tools, with organizational procedures strictly related to the stated purposes. The Site is built and managed via the Wix.com platform, which provides hosting services and automated email communication management. 5. Data Recipients and Third-Party Services Personal data may be processed by the following service providers, who act as data processors or independent controllers for their respective platforms: - Wix.com Ltd. — Platform used for Site hosting and automated email delivery. Privacy Policy: https://www.wix.com/about/privacy - Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook/Instagram) — Via the Meta Pixel installed on the Site for statistical analysis and advertising remarketing. Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/ - Google LLC — Via reCAPTCHA, used to protect the registration form from spam and automated access. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy These entities may process data for their own independent purposes as described in their respective privacy policies. 6. Transfer of Data Outside the EU The providers mentioned above (Wix, Meta, Google) are based in the United States. Data transfers to countries outside the EU/EEA are conducted based on the safeguards provided by applicable law, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission and/or adherence to the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. 7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies The Site uses cookies and similar technologies, specifically the Meta Pixel, which allows for: - Analyzing visitor behavior on the Site (analytics) - Displaying personalized advertisements on Facebook and Instagram to previous visitors (remarketing/retargeting) These cookies are managed by Meta Platforms, Inc. You can manage preferences for personalized ads through your Facebook/Instagram account settings or your browser’s cookie management tools. 8. Facebook and Instagram Pages — Joint Controllership TechEat manages official pages on Facebook and Instagram. When a user interacts with these pages, Meta Platforms, Inc. collects aggregate statistical data ("Page Insights") via cookies. Regarding this specific activity, the Controller and Meta Platforms, Inc. act as joint controllers according to Meta’s page administrator agreements. For details on how Meta processes this data, visit: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy/ 9. Data Retention Period Data collected via the registration form is stored only as long as necessary for the stated purposes, and no later than when the user withdraws consent. You may request the deletion of your data at any time through the methods in the "Rights of the Data Subject" section or via the unsubscribe link in every email. 10. Data Security The Controller adopts technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure, utilizing platforms (Wix, Google reCAPTCHA) that implement their own security protocols. 11. Rights of the Data Subject As a data subject, you have the right to: - Confirm whether your data is being processed and access said data (Right of Access) - Request the rectification of inaccurate data or completion of incomplete data - Request the erasure of data ("Right to be Forgotten") when no legitimate reasons for further processing exist - Obtain the restriction of processing in certain circumstances - Receive your data in a structured, readable format (Right to Portability) - Object at any time to processing, particularly for marketing purposes - Withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal To exercise these rights, contact the Controller at the email address provided in the "Contacts" section. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority (Garante per la Protezione dei Dati Personali - www.garanteprivacy.it) if you believe your data is being processed in violation of applicable regulations. 12. Minors The Site is not intended for minors. The Controller does not knowingly collect personal data from minors, in compliance with applicable law. 13. Changes to this Privacy Policy The Controller reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on this page with the updated date. Significant changes will be accompanied by a more prominent notification. 14. Contacts For any questions regarding this Policy or your personal data, contact the Controller at: techeat.lab@outlook.it