Website values.si (hereafter: the website) is dedicated to spreading awareness of Slovenia's fundamental values. Slovenia's 5 core values is a project from people for peoplefor the common good of Slovenia.

We respect your privacy and, in accordance with the regulations (Personal Data Protection Act ZVOP-2, Official Gazette of the Republic of Slovenia, No. 163/22 and GDPR), we carry out all the activities on the vrednote.si website to protect and ethically handle your personal data, as set out below. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal data.

1. Purpose and legal basis of data processing

We collect personal data on this website solely for the following purposes:

  1. Publishing user stories (the "Get involved" form):
    • We collect information that users provide voluntarily. This information is used solely for the purpose of publishing the stories submitted.
  2. Communication with users (the "Ask a question" form):
    • The data is collected to answer questions and is kept until all outstanding issues are clarified. Once the communication is closed, the data is deleted.

We process data only on the basis of your consent when you voluntarily provide it through our forms or when it is necessary to ensure the smooth operation of the website and to respond to your enquiries.

In case you fill in any of the forms described above in order to express your interest or participation, your personal data will be processed and stored for the purpose of further individual communication and to ensure effective cooperation. Communication in these cases is always personalised to you, which means that you are not placed on any mailing lists.

2. Types of data we collect

We only collect information that users voluntarily provide via forms on the website. This may include:

  • Name and surname
  • E-mail address
  • Telephone number (optional)
  • Other information provided in the text fields of the forms

3. Data retention

Personal data you provide via the form:

  • "You can take part" is kept until the story is published or consent is withdrawn.
  • "Ask what you want to know" are kept until the questions are clarified.

4. Protection of personal data

We protect your personal data by taking appropriate technical and organisational measures to prevent unauthorised access, loss, disclosure or misuse. Key security measures include:

  • Data encryptionA: Data transmission via web forms is secured by SSL/TLS to ensure secure communication.
  • Restricted accessA: Personal data may be accessed only by authorised persons who need it to carry out the purposes of the processing.
  • Regular maintenanceA: The website software and systems are regularly updated to ensure that they are protected against potential vulnerabilities.
  • Server protection: The servers hosting the website are protected by firewalls and other security tools.
  • Backups: We regularly back up data to prevent loss in the event of unforeseen events.

We do not disclose your personal data to third parties unless required to do so by law, for example in the case of official legal proceedings. All data is stored exclusively on servers located in member states of the European Union or in locations with an adequate level of data protection.

6. Cookies

We use basic cookies on this website to ensure the functionality of the website. Cookies do not collect personal data and do not allow tracking of users. For more information on the use of cookies, please visit Cookies.

7. Your rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

  • Right of access
  • Right to rectification
  • Right to erasure
  • Right to restriction of processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@vrednote.si

8. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We recommend that you check this policy regularly to ensure that you are aware of any changes.

9. Contact

For questions or requests regarding the processing of your personal data, please contact us: info@vrednote.si

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