General Conditions of Use
These general conditions regulate the use and access to the Internet service related to UPLIFT, a project funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement No. 953073, through the website: www.upliftproject.eu, managed by Sustainable Innovations Europe (www.sustainableinnovations.eu), in its role as Communication and Dissemination Manager of the UPLIFT project.
1. Use of this Website
The functioning of the website www.upliftproject.eu is regulated by these General Conditions, whose main objective is to inform about the project and its services, with Sustainable Innovations Europe acting as the communication lead. Use of this website confers the status of User and implies full acceptance of the General Conditions in effect at the time of access. Users who do not agree with these conditions should refrain from using the website.
Users agree not to use the website for unlawful purposes, or in ways contrary to these General Conditions, or that may harm the rights or interests of third parties, overload or damage the website, or impede its normal operation.
Users shall not obtain materials or information from the website using methods other than those officially provided or standard Internet procedures.
2. Right to Modify or Suspend the Website
Sustainable Innovations Europe reserves the right to modify the structure, design, services, content, and conditions of use of the website at any time, without prior notice, for the purpose of service improvement. Additionally, Sustainable Innovations Europe may suspend or limit access to the website temporarily or permanently, wholly or partially, at its discretion.
3. Website Cookies
The website uses cookies solely to enhance user navigation. They are not used to collect personal data. Users can disable cookies through their browser settings, which may result in slower loading times.
4. Free Access
Access to and use of the website is free and does not require registration, except when users request specific services such as information, image libraries, or newsletter subscriptions.
Personal data shared in these contexts is subject to the terms outlined in Section 10: Privacy and Data Protection.
5. External Links
The website may provide links to third-party websites. Sustainable Innovations Europe does not control or assume responsibility for the content or services offered on such external sites. Any links to the UPLIFT website from third parties must be previously authorized in writing by Sustainable Innovations Europe.
6. Intellectual and Industrial Property
All intellectual and industrial property rights to the content of the website (texts, graphics, logos, software, etc.) are owned by Sustainable Innovations Europe or third parties. Use of the website does not confer any rights over such content unless expressly stated.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties and Liability
7.1 Website Functionality
Sustainable Innovations Europe does not guarantee continuous availability of the website or absence of technical issues, malware, or unauthorized third-party access, and is not liable for damages caused by such disruptions.
7.2 Website Use
It assumes no responsibility for improper or unlawful use of the website by users or third parties.
7.3 Content Accuracy
Although published in good faith, Sustainable Innovations Europe assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information presented on the website.
8. Partial Invalidity
If any clause of these General Conditions is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain fully effective and enforceable.
9. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
These Conditions are governed by European Union regulations and Spanish law, particularly legislation related to information society services and data protection. The parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of Madrid (Spain), waiving any other applicable jurisdiction.
10. Privacy and Data Protection Policy
In compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), Sustainable Innovations Europe sets out the following privacy policy for data collected via www.upliftproject.eu.
10.1 Data Controller Contact
Sustainable Innovations Europe
Email: info@upliftproject.eu
10.2 Purpose
Data is collected for the purpose of responding to user inquiries and providing requested information. Any other use requires explicit prior consent.
10.3 Legal Basis
Processing is based on user consent, which can be withdrawn at any time.
10.4 Security
Appropriate measures are taken to ensure the security of personal data.
10.5 Data Sharing
Data may be shared with members of the UPLIFT project consortium or service providers as necessary, always in compliance with applicable laws and under appropriate safeguards.
10.6 Data Retention
Data will be retained for the duration necessary to fulfill the purpose of collection or up to twelve months following the user’s last interaction.
10.7 User Rights
Users have the right to access, rectify, delete, object to, restrict processing of, and port their personal data, as well as to withdraw consent. Requests should be sent via verifiable means to the contact provided above, referencing “Data Protection”.
10.8 Data Quality
Users are responsible for ensuring their data is accurate and up to date.
