PRIVACY POLICY

The data of users visiting the website of the Republic of Lithuania Chamber of Agriculture (hereinafter referred to as LAC) is processed in a transparent, fair, and lawful manner for predetermined purposes. The primary goal of processing user data is to ensure its confidentiality and protection.

The controller of the personal data outlined in this Privacy Policy is LAC (Company Code: 135199748; Address: K. Donelaičio street 2, 44213 Kaunas; Email: zur@zur.lt; Phone: +370 37 400351).

Personal data is processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Law on the Legal Protection of Personal Data of the Republic of Lithuania, and other legal acts governing the processing of personal data.

This Privacy Policy outlines the terms under which personal data is handled when using the website www.zur.lt (hereinafter referred to as the “website”).

It provides information on how users’ personal data is processed, how it is collected, and what rights users have regarding their personal data.

Personal data may include, but is not limited to, surname, first name, postal or email address, location data, internet identifier, and other relevant information.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users visiting LAC’s website and social media accounts, as well as to actions performed on these platforms.

When processing personal data, LAC:

  • Complies with the requirements of applicable legal acts, including the GDPR.
  • Processes personal data in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner.
  • Collects personal data in a specified, clearly defined, and lawful manner, in accordance with legal provisions.
  • Retains personal data in a form that allows identification only as long as necessary for the purposes for which the data is processed.
  • Takes reasonable measures to ensure that any inaccurate or incomplete personal data are promptly rectified, supplemented, or, if necessary, their processing suspended or destroyed.
  • Does not disclose personal data to third parties or make it public, except as outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.
  • Ensures that personal data are processed in a manner that guarantees appropriate security, employing suitable technical or organizational measures to protect against unauthorized or unlawful processing, as well as accidental loss, destruction, or damage.

LAC collects and processes the personal data outlined in this Privacy Policy on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent to the terms and conditions specified in this Privacy Policy.
  • Legitimate interest.
  • Compliance with applicable legal obligations.

LAC does not request or process special categories of personal data, including information that reveals racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, health data, or details regarding sex life and sexual orientation.

Withdrawing consent does not obligate LAC to automatically delete personal data.

LAC collects information about users through cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small files temporarily stored on your device’s hard drive that allow us to recognize you during subsequent visits to our website. They help save your browsing history and preferences, customize content, speed up searches, and create a more user-friendly environment. The use of cookies is a common practice that enhances your browsing experience.

The information obtained through cookies is used for the following purposes:

  • To ensure the website’s functionality.
  • To improve and develop the website to better meet users’ needs.
  • To enhance services and analyze website usage.

You can give your consent to the use of cookies in the following ways:

  • By not deleting them and/or adjusting your web browser settings to accept cookies.
  • By clicking the “I agree” button in the cookie management prompt.

You can revoke your consent to the use of cookies granted to LAC at any time by changing your web browser settings to block cookies. Instructions on how to do this vary depending on your operating system and web browser.

Please note that in certain cases, if you choose to decline or delete cookies, your internet browsing speed may decrease, certain website functionalities may be limited, and access to the website may be restricted.

Personal data is not sold, shared, or otherwise transferred to third parties without a lawful basis, nor is it used for purposes other than those for which it was collected. Personal data is utilized as detailed in the privacy policy. However, we reserve the right to disclose user information if required by law or upon request from law enforcement authorities or criminal prosecution agencies.

The collected data may be disclosed to the following third parties, as necessary:

  • Third-party service providers.
  • Third-party service providers whose services are utilized for data storage, telecommunications, and website hosting.

However, the ability of these service providers to use the data is limited; they may not use this information for purposes other than providing services to us.

Outdated or irrelevant personal data is not retained. Historical information is stored only when required by law.

The collected data is stored within the territory of the European Union (EU) but may be transferred or stored outside the EU. It may also be processed by LAC or personnel from LAC’s suppliers who are located outside the EU. When transferring data outside the EU, we take all necessary precautions to ensure that the data is processed securely and in accordance with the privacy policy.

Users assume the risk associated with the transfer of data due to internet security when data is transferred.

Users have the following rights:

  • The right to be informed about the processing of their personal data.
  • The right to access their personal data that is being processed.
  • The right to request correction or supplementation of incorrect, inaccurate, or incomplete personal data.
  • The right to demand the deletion of personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
  • The right to request deletion of personal data if it has been processed unlawfully or if consent to processing is withdrawn.
  • The right to object to the processing of personal data or to withdraw previously granted consent.
  • The right to request that personal data collected based on consent or for the performance of a contract be provided in a readily readable format, if technically feasible, or to request that it be transmitted to another data controller.

LAC reserves the right to deny requests or requirements when necessary to ensure:

  • Compliance with established legal obligations;
  • State security or defense;
  • Public order, and the prevention, investigation, detection, or prosecution of criminal acts;
  • Protection of significant economic or financial interests of the state;
  • Prevention, investigation, and detection of violations of official or professional ethics;
  • Protection of individuals’ rights and freedoms.

Upon receiving a request, we will provide a response within 30 calendar days from the date of receipt and submission of all necessary documents.

If you disagree with LAC’s actions or the response to your request, you may appeal the actions and decisions of LAC to the appropriate state institution, following the procedures established by law.

Documents related to the privacy policy should be sent to:

Address: K. Donelaičio street 2, 44213 Kaunas

E-mail: zur@zur.lt

It is prohibited to use, copy, or distribute this privacy policy and/or any of its individual parts without the written consent of LAC.

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