Last Updated: July 08, 2025

The Plant Science Colloquium 2025 website is managed by first-year Master's students at Clermont Auvergne University, France. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Who We Are
The website is operated by the organizing committee of the Plant Science Colloquium 2025, hosted at Clermont Auvergne University, France. For any data-related inquiries, please contact us at: master.bv.uca@gmail.com

2. What Data We Collect
We collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Register for the colloquium (e.g. name, email address)

• Contact us via the contact form

We do not collect sensitive personal data.

3. Purpose of Data Collection
Your data is used solely for:

• Managing your participation in the Plant Science Colloquium 2025

• Communicating event-related updates

• Responding to inquiries submitted via the contact form

4. Legal Basis
We collect and process your personal data based on:

• Consent — you provide data voluntarily and agree via a checkbox

• Legitimate interest — to organize and manage the event effectively

5. Data Sharing
We do not share your data with any third parties. Your data is only accessible to the internal organizing team.

6. Cookies and Analytics
We do not use cookies for tracking or analytics on this website.

7. Data Retention
We will retain your data only for the time necessary to organize and communicate about the colloquium — no later than December 31, 2025. After that, all data will be securely deleted.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction or deletion

• Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: master.bv.uca@gmail.com

9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of your data.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Notice or how we handle your data, please reach out at: master.bv.uca@gmail.com