Privacy Pace

PACE – Path to Equity in Cancer Prevention for People Living in Prison

Last updated: 28 January 2026

1. Introduction

PACE is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding the processing of personal data.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used and protected when you visit the PACE website.

The website is operated in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

2. Data We Collect

PACE collects only the minimum data necessary to operate the website and communicate with users.

This may include:

  • Contact information submitted via contact forms (e.g. name, email address, message)

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type and device information (via standard server logs)

  • Anonymous usage statistics to improve website performance

PACE does not collect sensitive health data through this website.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data is processed solely for:

  • Responding to enquiries and communications

  • Improving website functionality and user experience

  • Project dissemination, transparency and reporting obligations

  • Website security and technical maintenance

Data will never be used for commercial advertising or profiling.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed based on:

  • User consent (e.g. when submitting a contact form)

  • Legitimate interest in operating and securing the website

  • Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations applicable to EU-funded projects

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its intended purpose or to meet legal obligations.
Once no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Data Sharing

PACE does not sell or rent personal data.

Data may be shared only:

  • With authorised project partners where necessary for project activities

  • With service providers involved in website hosting or maintenance, under strict confidentiality agreements

  • When required by law or public authority

7. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Requests can be submitted via the Contact section of the website.

9. Cookies

The website may use essential cookies to ensure proper functionality.
No tracking or marketing cookies are used without explicit consent.

Detailed cookie information may be provided in a separate Cookie Policy if applicable.

10. Changes to This Policy

PACE reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes.
Updates will be published on this page.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions or data requests, please contact us via the website’s Contact section.