Privacy Policy & Cookie Notice

1. Data Controller

International Association of Dive Professionals (IADP)
Non-profit association (ASBL / VZW), Belgium

IADP acts as the data controller for personal data processed through this website.

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2. Personal Data We Collect

IADP follows a data minimisation approach. Only necessary data is collected.

• Name and surname (if provided)
• Email address
• Country or region (if provided)
• Professional role or affiliation (if submitted)
• IP address and technical data (browser, device)
• Content submitted via forms or email

IADP does not intentionally collect special category data.

3. How Data Is Collected

• Contact and inquiry forms
• Newsletter subscriptions
• Membership or affiliation processes
• Direct email communication
• Server logs and analytics (if enabled)

4. Legal Basis for Processing

• Consent – when data is voluntarily provided
• Legitimate interest – communication, operations, security
• Legal obligation
• Contractual necessity – where applicable

5. Use of Personal Data

• Responding to inquiries
• Managing activities and projects
• Sending relevant communications
• Maintaining website security and performance
• Meeting legal obligations

IADP does not sell or trade personal data.

6. Data Sharing

Data may be processed by service providers strictly for operational purposes:

• Hosting and infrastructure providers
• Email and communication services
• Backup and security systems

All processors operate under GDPR-compliant agreements.

7. Data Retention

• Communication data: as needed for response and follow-up
• Subscriptions: until unsubscribe
• Legal records: as required by law

Data is deleted or anonymised when no longer required.

8. Cookies and Technical Data

Essential cookies

Used for core functionality of the Joomla CMS, including session handling and security.

Functional services

Services such as Crisp Chat may be loaded to enable communication features. These are only activated after user consent.

Analytics

Google Analytics (GA4) may be used to understand website usage. Analytics is only activated after explicit user consent.

Consent

Non-essential cookies are blocked until the user provides consent through the site’s consent management system.

Users can accept, reject, or modify preferences at any time.

9. Your Rights

• Access your data
• Request correction
• Request deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Request data portability

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10. Data Security

• Secure hosting
• Access controls
• Monitoring and backups
• Restricted internal access

11. External Links

IADP is not responsible for third-party websites linked from this site.

12. Updates

This policy may be updated to reflect legal or operational changes.

13. Contact

For questions regarding data protection:
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