Data protection and Cookies Policy

fAIces is a non-commercial research project. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling any personal data responsibly and transparently.

1. Personal Data Collection

We do not actively collect or store personal data through this website. The only personal information we may receive is if you choose to contact us via email. This data is used solely to respond to your inquiry. Email communications are stored only for as long as necessary to handle your request and are not shared or used for any other purpose.

2. Legal Basis

As an academic research initiative, we follow the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection regulations. We process data on the following legal bases under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Website technical data (e.g., temporary IP logs for routing and security): Processed under legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) to ensure the proper functioning and security of the website.
  • Emails and voluntary communication: Processed under legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR), as processing is necessary to respond to requests initiated by the data subject.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties.

4. Website Hosting and Security

This website is hosted on Iscte servers, which may collect standard technical data such as IP addresses or browser type for security and performance purposes. This data is not used to identify individual users.

5. Your Rights

If you contact us and we hold any of your data, you may request access or deletion at any time by emailing the Principal Investigator (Helena Machado): Helena.Cristina.Machado@iscte-iul.pt

Cookies Policy

This website uses only essential cookies necessary for it to function properly.
We do not use tracking cookies or analytics tools like Google Analytics.

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They help websites operate correctly (e.g., remembering language preferences or keeping the layout consistent).
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies:
  • Required for basic site functionality (e.g., navigation, responsiveness). These cookies do not collect personal data and cannot be disabled.
  • If in the future we introduce additional cookies (e.g., analytics, embedded media), we will update this policy and ask for your consent.
Managing Cookies

Most browsers allow you to manage or block cookies. For more details, visit:
 https://www.allaboutcookies.org