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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 20 Jan 2025

We at Olive Oil Network GMBH (“we,” “us,” “our”) value your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or interact with the Olive Oil Network and Future of Olive Oil websites (“the Sites”). By using our Sites, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please discontinue using the Sites.

1. Who we are

Olive Oil Network GMBH is based in Switzerland. We comply with relevant data protection laws, such as the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (“FADP”), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), and, where applicable, the UK GDPR.

2. What data we collect

We generally collect personal data in two ways:

  1. Information You Provide

    • When you fill out contact forms or subscribe to newsletters, we may ask for your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you choose to give.

  2. Information from Cookies and Similar Tools

    • We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to gather data about how you use our Sites (e.g. IP address, browsing habits, device type). This helps us improve services, analyse traffic, and personalise your experience.

3. How we use your data

We use your personal data for purposes such as:

  • Providing Services: Answering your questions, sending information you request, and managing any subscriptions you choose to receive.

  • Communications: Sending newsletters, updates, and important service messages.

  • Site Improvement: Monitoring how our Sites are used, fixing problems, improving content, and enhancing functionality.

  • Legal Obligations: Meeting any legal or regulatory requirements.

4. Legal basis for processing

Where required by law (e.g. under the GDPR or UK GDPR), we rely on at least one of the following legal grounds to process your data:

  • Your Consent (e.g. for email marketing)

  • Performance of a Contract (e.g. when you request certain services)

  • Legal Obligation (e.g. compliance with financial or data protection laws)

  • Legitimate Interests (e.g. improving the security or functionality of the Sites)

5. Sharing your data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it only when needed, for instance:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us host or maintain our Sites, send communications, or provide analytics. They only process data on our instructions.

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or if necessary for public safety or security.

  • Business Changes: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or other transaction, your data may transfer as part of that process.

6. International transfers

We are based in Switzerland but work with people around the world. This means your data may be transferred across borders, including outside the UK, EEA, or Switzerland. Whenever we transfer personal data internationally, we use safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) to ensure protection in line with legal requirements.

7. Data storage and security 

We retain your data as long as needed for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. We implement technical and organisational measures to help protect against unauthorised access, but no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Your rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights such as:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: Ask us to fix inaccuracies in your personal data.

  • Deletion: Request that we erase your personal data if there is no valid reason to keep it.

  • Objection: Object to certain processing based on our legitimate interests.

  • Withdrawal of Consent: If we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

If you would like to exercise these rights, please email info@oliveoilnetwork.org. We may need to verify your identity before addressing your request.

9. Cookies & similar technologies 

We use cookies and similar tools to improve your experience and track website performance. You can choose to refuse or remove cookies by adjusting your browser settings, though parts of the Sites may no longer function properly without them.

10. Children's privacy

Our Sites are not aimed at children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes become effective once posted. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates.

12. Contact us

If you have questions about how we handle your personal data or wish to exercise your rights, please email us at info@oliveoilnetwork.org.

Thank you for reading our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to use our Sites, you agree to these terms. We reserve the right to modify or replace this Policy at any time in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Any changes will be posted here.

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