PRIVACY & COOKIE POLICY

This privacy policy is provided in compliance with Article 13 of Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and Article 13 of Legislative Decree no. 196/2003 (Personal Data Protection Code) to users accessing the website www.maltaenglishcourses.net. It applies to all personal data processed as described below.

DATA CONTROLLER

The Data Controller for the personal data collected is Marcello Sallemi.

DATA COLLECTED

The personal data processed is collected either as provided directly by the user or automatically collected.

  • Data provided directly by the user: These are all personal data voluntarily provided to the Data Controller by the user through any means. Specifically, we collect and process the following personal data:

    • [List of collected data: name, email, etc.]
  • Automatically collected data: These are browsing data. Although they are not collected to be associated with a specific identity, they could potentially allow user identification when processed and associated with other data collected by the Data Controller. Specifically, we collect:

    • [List of collected data: IP address, browser, social network connections, etc.]
    • Following the sending of newsletters, the platform used allows us to detect whether a message has been opened, clicks made within the newsletter, as well as details about the IP address and browser/device used. The collection of these data is essential for the operation of implicit renewal systems and forms an integral part of the email delivery platform.
LEGAL BASIS AND PURPOSE OF PROCESSING

The data is processed solely for the purposes for which it is collected, as described below.

We use the data provided by users for:

  • [Requests for information regarding business, corporate, and tax consulting and assistance, etc.]
  • Only with the user’s specific consent, to allow participation in specific services such as receiving future promotional and informational communications via email or electronic means.

Providing the data listed in the “Data Collected” section for the purposes outlined above is mandatory for the user to access the service. Therefore, consent is required, and refusal to provide the data or providing incomplete or incorrect information may result in the inability to properly provide the service.

Providing data for receiving newsletters for promotional, informational, or research purposes is optional. Refusal to provide consent for this processing will result in the inability to receive updates on commercial initiatives and/or promotional campaigns, special offers, or other promotional materials, as well as personalized offers.

Marcello Sallemi does not share any user information with third parties without explicit consent, unless required by law.
The disclosure and transfer of data outside the EU is excluded.

WITHDRAWAL OF CONSENT

The user can withdraw consent for receiving promotional and commercial communications at any time by:

  • Sending a request via email to info@maltaenglishcourses.net
  • Clicking the unsubscribe link found in the footer of every promotional or commercial email received.
PROCESSING METHODS

Personal data is processed using automated tools for the time strictly necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected. An annual data review is conducted to delete obsolete data unless archiving is required by law.

Data processing generally takes place at Marcello Sallemi’s headquarters, handled by internal staff or designated external collaborators acting as data processors. A full list of data processors and those authorized to process personal data can be requested via email at info@maltaenglishcourses.net.

Subscription and related data processing remain valid until the user unsubscribes (via the link included in every email) or 12 months after the last recorded interaction (click, open, reply).

Specific security measures are in place to prevent data loss, illegal or incorrect use, and unauthorized access.

USER RIGHTS

In accordance with Article 7 of the Privacy Code and Article 13 of the GDPR, every user has the right to obtain confirmation of the existence of their personal data, even if not yet recorded, and to receive such data in an intelligible form.

The user has the right to obtain from Marcello Sallemi:

  • Information on the origin of personal data
  • Information on the purposes and processing methods
  • The logic applied in case of electronic/IT-based processing
  • Identification details of the Data Controller, Data Processors, and designated representatives
  • The subjects or categories of subjects to whom the data may be communicated or who may become aware of it as designated representatives, processors, or authorized personnel

Additionally, the user has the right to obtain from Marcello Sallemi:

  • The updating, rectification, or integration of their personal data
  • The deletion, transformation into anonymous form, or blocking of data processed in violation of the law
  • Access to their data, confirming whether personal data concerning them is being processed
  • The restriction of processing
  • Data portability, meaning the right to receive personal data in a structured format
  • The right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority

Finally, the user has the right to object, in whole or in part, on legitimate grounds, to the processing of personal data, even if relevant to the purpose of collection. In particular, the user has the right to object to the processing of personal data for:

  • Sending commercial advertising materials
  • Direct sales activities
  • Market research or commercial communications

Requests related to the above rights must be sent via email to info@maltaenglishcourses.net.

UPDATES AND CHANGES

Marcello Sallemi reserves the right to modify, supplement, or update this Privacy Policy periodically in compliance with applicable regulations or instructions from the Data Protection Authority.

Such changes or additions will be communicated to users through:

  • A link to the Privacy Policy page on the website
  • Direct notifications via email

We encourage users to regularly review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about updates and decide whether to continue using the services.