Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY

  1. Data protection overview 

The European Anglers Alliance (EAA) complies with the applicable European data protection legislation, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains the nature, scope, and purpose of the processing of personal data on this website. 

  1. Controller

The controller responsible for data processing is:

European Anglers Alliance (EAA)

Rue de la Loi 81a

B-1000 Brussels, Belgium

Email: info@eaa-europe.eu

  1. Hosting and data processors

This website is hosted by an external service provider within the European Union. Personal data collected on this website may be stored on the servers of the hosting provider.

EAA has concluded a data processing agreement (DPA) with the hosting provider in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR.

  1. Collection of personal data

Personal data is processed when you:

  • contact us via forms, email, or other communication channels
  • register for restricted areas or events
  • subscribe to newsletters
  • interact with embedded content (e.g. videos or social media elements, subject to consent)

Technical data (e.g. IP address, browser information, access time) is automatically collected to ensure website security and functionality.

  1. Purpose and legal basis

Personal data is processed for:

  • communication and enquiry handling
  • membership and account management
  • website operation and security
  • newsletter distribution
  • statistical analysis and service improvement

The legal basis for processing is Art. 6(1)(a), (b), (c) or (f) GDPR, depending on the context.

  1. Cookies and consent management

We use cookies that are technically necessary for the operation of the website. Additional cookies (e.g. analytics or embedded third-party content) are used only with your explicit consent.

You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings.

  1. Third-party services and embedded content

Embedded content from third-party providers (e.g. video platforms or social media) is activated only after user interaction and consent, in line with GDPR and ePrivacy requirements.

Data transfers to third countries, where applicable, are safeguarded by appropriate legal mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

  1. Storage period

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected or as required by applicable legal retention obligations. 

  1. Rights of data subjects

You have the right to:

  • access your personal data
  • request rectification or erasure
  • restrict or object to processing
  • withdraw consent at any time
  • receive your data in a portable format
  • lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority 

  1. Security

This website uses appropriate technical and organisational security measures, including SSL/TLS encryption, to protect personal data against unauthorised access.

  1. Contact

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal data, please contact:

📧 info@eaa-europe.eu