{"id":12268,"date":"2026-06-05T08:26:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T05:26:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/europeforum.fi\/?page_id=12268"},"modified":"2026-06-05T08:31:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T05:31:58","slug":"data-protection-statement","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/europeforum.fi\/en\/data-protection-statement\/","title":{"rendered":"Data Protection Statement"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; animated_gradient_bg=&#8221;true&#8221; animated_gradient_bg_color_1=&#8221;#e5ecff&#8221; animated_gradient_bg_color_2=&#8221;#c6dcff&#8221; animated_gradient_bg_speed=&#8221;850&#8243; animated_gradient_bg_blending_mode=&#8221;linear&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;20%&#8221; 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Based on this information, we may also provide you with further details about the event you have registered for, both before, during and after the event. We only collect data that is required for the delivery of these services.<\/p>\n<p>Personal data may be processed in accordance with the information you provide when registering for the event. Information on allergies will be processed with your consent to ensure that such requirements are taken into account in the provision of catering services.<\/p>\n<p>The processing of personal data is based on the participant\u2019s consent.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What kind of information do we collect? <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>We collect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>name and contact details<\/li>\n<li>if you are participating as a representative of an organisation or company, your job title and the name of the organisation\/company<\/li>\n<li>information on any food allergies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Other relevant information (depending on the nature of the event) may also be collected in order for us to organise and implement the event you have registered for.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>How long do we retain the information? <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>We only retain personal data for as long as required for the purpose in question, or as long as is required by law. We review our records annually and delete any information that may be deleted.<\/p>\n<p>In accordance with the terms of this notice, the data controller has the right to retain the data, if necessary, also for communication after the event with your consent.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Who will we share your information with? <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>We will share relevant information with our cooperation partners (e.g. conference or meeting venues, hotels, restaurants) and our customers (event organisers), who serve as data controllers.<\/p>\n<p>All your personal data is processed safely and securely in accordance with applicable legislation. We will not disclose your personal data without your consent, and your personal data will not be transferred outside the EU or EEA without your consent.<\/p>\n<p>An event platform or application will be used in the organisation of the event. Participants\u2019 email addresses will be disclosed to the service provider of the event platform to enable access to event-related communication, the programme and other materials. The service provider will process personal data on behalf of the event organiser in the capacity of a data processor.<\/p>\n<p>For further information, please contact Certia Events by email (<a href=\"mailto:events@certia.fi\">events@certia.fi<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h4><strong>How do we collect your information? <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Your personal data will be collected with your consent when you register for an event, usually in electronic format using an online registration form. When registering, you provide your consent or expressly refuse consent to publish your participation in participant lists, websites, applications, etc.<\/p>\n<p>If you do not provide the information requested when registering, Certia Events cannot accept your registration and register you as a participant.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><strong>How do we protect your personal data? <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Material in electronic format is stored in our IT systems and on computers that are protected from unauthorised use through means such as passwords. 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