1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and what we do with it. ARCADIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website www.arcadiacommunities.gr (the "Service").

We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. As we are based in Greece (EU), this policy is fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for the processing of your personal data is:

• Name: ARCADIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS

• Address: Leoforos Syggrou 196, 17671 Kallithea, Greece

• Email: info@arcadiacommunities.gr

3. Data We Collect

We collect several types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our Service.

A. Personal Data

While using our Service, you may voluntarily provide us with personally identifiable information ("Personal Data"), which may include, but is not limited to:

• Email address (if you subscribe to a newsletter or contact us).

• First name and last name (if provided in a contact form).

• Usage Data (see below).

B. Usage Data

We also collect information on how the Service is accessed and used. This Usage Data may include information such as your computer's Internet Protocol address (IP address), browser type, browser version, the pages of our Service that you visit, the time and date of your visit, and other diagnostic data.

C. Tracking & Cookies Data

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service. We deploy only Strictly Necessary Cookies until we obtain your explicit consent for other categories (such as Analytics or Marketing) via our separate Cookie Consent Notice.

How We Use Your Data (Purpose & Legal Basis)

We use the collected data based on a valid legal basis defined by the GDPR:

PurposeLegal Basis (GDPR Article 6)

To provide and maintain the ServiceNecessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., maintaining a functioning, secure website).

To respond to your inquiries (via contact forms/email)Necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps at your request prior to entering a contract.

To send you newsletters/updatesYour explicit consent (opt-in).

To monitor and analyze Service usage (Analytics)Your explicit consent.

This is the basic, GDPR-compliant Privacy Policy tailored to the ARCADIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS and its provided contact details.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: [Insert Current Date, e.g., December 5, 2025]

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and what we do with it. ARCADIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website www.arcadiacommunities.gr (the "Service").

We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. As we are based in Greece (EU), this policy is fully compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for the processing of your personal data is:

• Name: ARCADIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS

• Address: Leoforos Syggrou 196, 17671 Kallithea, Greece

• Email: info@arcadiacommunities.gr

3. Data We Collect

We collect several types of information for various purposes to provide and improve our Service.

A. Personal Data

While using our Service, you may voluntarily provide us with personally identifiable information ("Personal Data"), which may include, but is not limited to:

• Email address (if you subscribe to a newsletter or contact us).

• First name and last name (if provided in a contact form).

• Usage Data (see below).

B. Usage Data

We also collect information on how the Service is accessed and used. This Usage Data may include information such as your computer's Internet Protocol address (IP address), browser type, browser version, the pages of our Service that you visit, the time and date of your visit, and other diagnostic data.

C. Tracking & Cookies Data

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service. We deploy only Strictly Necessary Cookies until we obtain your explicit consent for other categories (such as Analytics or Marketing) via our separate Cookie Consent Notice.

4. How We Use Your Data (Purpose & Legal Basis)

We use the collected data based on a valid legal basis defined by the GDPR:

PurposeLegal Basis (GDPR Article 6)

To provide and maintain the ServiceNecessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., maintaining a functioning, secure website).

To respond to your inquiries (via contact forms/email)Necessary for the performance of a contract or to take steps at your request prior to entering a contract.

To send you newsletters/updatesYour explicit consent (opt-in).

To monitor and analyze Service usage (Analytics)Your explicit consent.

5. Data Retention and Security

A. Data Retention

We retain your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. Subscription data is kept until you unsubscribe. Usage data is generally retained for a shorter period, except where used to strengthen security or where we are legally obligated to retain data longer.

B. Security of Data

We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

As a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding your Personal Data:

• Right to Access: The right to request copies of the data we hold about you.

• Right to Rectification: The right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): The right to request the deletion of your Personal Data, under certain conditions.

• Right to Restrict Processing: The right to request that we limit the way we use your Personal Data, under certain conditions.

• Right to Object to Processing: The right to object to our processing of your Personal Data (e.g., for direct marketing).

• Right to Data Portability: The right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.

• Right to Withdraw Consent: The right to withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your data.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

• By email: info@arcadiacommunities.gr

• By mail: ARCADIA CENTER FOR SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS, Leoforos Syggrou 196, 17671 Kallithea, Greece

Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority in Greece: The Hellenic Data Protection Authority (HDPA), if you believe your data protection rights have been infringed.