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Data Protection Charter
Preamble
Sorbonne University undertakes to ensure that data collected by the website is processed in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the French Data Protection Act (Loi Informatique et Libertés).
This data protection policy applies to the processing of data carried out via the following website: https://www.international-welcome-desk.sorbonne-universite.fr/
The policy provides information regarding the purposes of the data processing, its legal basis, the recipients of the data, the data retention periods, the security measures implemented, any transfers of data outside the European Union or automated decision-making, the use and management of cookies, as well as your data protection rights and how to exercise them.
Who is responsible for processing data on this website?
The data controller for the website is Sorbonne University, located at 21, rue de l'École de Médecine, 75006 Paris.
Does this website collect personal data?
According to article 4.1 of the GDPR, personal data is any information that enables a person to be identified either directly or indirectly. This website collects personal data via its various contact forms. Once you have taken note of this policy and consented to your personal data being processed, the data is freely communicated to the relevant departments of the Sorbonne University. The data collected is appropriate, relevant and limited to the minimum necessary.
Why is the data collected?
Personal data collected via the various contact forms on the website is processed for the following purposes:
- receiving requests to register for events; receiving contact requests or questions;
- managing the follow-up to requests and answering questions.
What is the legal basis for the data processing carried out by this website?
Sorbonne University processes your personal data on the basis of the following:
- Your consent, when you voluntarily provide your personal data. You may withdraw your consent at any time;
- The legitimate interests of Sorbonne University.
Who are the recipients of the data processed by this website?
Your personal data is primarily intended for use by Sorbonne University. It is processed by the staff of the various departments concerned by your requests: administrative departments, training and research units, archives departments, etc.
It is processed solely for the purposes indicated above. Your personal data is hosted exclusively in France by a subcontractor (pursuant to article 4.8 of the GDPR) under strict supervision. It is never shared with third parties for commercial purposes.
Is personal data transferred outside the European Union?
Personal data collected by this website is not transferred to parties outside the European Union. In the event of the contractual transfer of personal data, Sorbonne University ensures that the recipients are based in the European Union.
How is the personal data processed by this website secured?
Sorbonne University undertakes to protect the personal data processed from this website in accordance with industry practices.
How long is personal data processed by this website kept?
The data linked to the various forms on the Sorbonne University website is kept for two years from when the request is processed.
What rights do you have?
In accordance with the provisions of the French Data Protection Act no. 78-17 of 6 January 1978, as amended, you have the right to access and rectify your personal data and object to its use on legitimate grounds, as well as the right to define how this data will be used following your death.
You also have the right to request a restriction on processing, the right to be forgotten, the right to data portability, and the right to file a complaint with the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL).
Does this website use cookies?
When you visit this website, session cookies are placed on your computer, tablet or smart phone.
These enable the website to function properly and significantly improve your user experience.
Can I block these cookies?
Yes, you can do so in several ways. If you do not want this website to place cookies on your computer, you can block them, either by:
- Using a browser that blocks cookies by default; or by
- Adjusting your browser settings or installing an add-on specifically designed to manage cookies.
This website respects your preferences.
