Privacy Policy

Praevisio Institute collects and processes personal information when you engage with our services or voluntarily provide such data to us. We are committed to transparency in our data collection practices.

If you believe we have collected personal information without proper authorization, please reach out to us immediately and we will investigate and take appropriate action, which may include removing such information from our records.

Praevisio Institute adheres strictly to GDPR principles and maintains the highest standards for data protection:

• We practice data minimization, collecting only what is necessary for our services
• We obtain explicit consent before processing your personal information
• We clearly communicate the purpose of data collection (research, analysis, service delivery, or website optimization)
• We commit to not repurposing your data beyond the stated objectives
• We implement robust security measures to prevent unauthorized access
• We systematically anonymize or securely dispose of data after service completion

We process personal information for specific, legitimate purposes:

• Distributing research publications, analytical reports, and strategic insights
• Communicating about our services, events, and geopolitical briefings
• Responding to inquiries about our research capabilities and consultancy services
• Processing applications for research positions and fellowships
• Enhancing website functionality and user experience through analytical insights
• Conducting research and analysis in accordance with our institutional mission

Praevisio Institute retains personal information only for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Our standard retention framework includes:

• Active service relationships: Data is maintained throughout the engagement period
• Post-engagement archival: Maximum retention of 7 years following service termination
• Research data: Retained according to academic and analytical standards
• Website analytics: Aggregated and anonymized after 26 months

We regularly review our retention schedules to ensure compliance with evolving regulations and best practices.

Praevisio Institute treats your personal information with confidentiality and shares it only under specific circumstances:

• When necessary to execute our service agreements with you
• To comply with legal obligations or regulatory requirements
• With trusted partners who assist in delivering our services, under strict confidentiality agreements
• For collaborative research projects with institutional partners, with appropriate safeguards

We never sell personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.

Our website employs technical, functional, and analytical cookies designed to respect your privacy while enhancing your experience:

• Technical cookies ensure proper website functionality and security
• Functional cookies remember your preferences and settings
• Analytical cookies provide insights into website usage patterns without identifying individual users

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, including disabling cookies or deleting existing ones. Note that some website features may not function optimally without certain technical cookies.

You maintain several rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Ask us to rectify inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request removal of your personal data under certain conditions
• Restriction: Limit how we process your information
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Objection: Object to specific processing activities

To exercise these rights, please submit a verifiable request. For security purposes, we may request identification verification to ensure we're responding to the correct individual.

Praevisio Institute implements comprehensive security protocols to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security framework includes:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Employee training on data protection and privacy principles
• Incident response planning and regular testing

If you suspect any security issue or potential misuse of your information, please notify us immediately.