1. Introduction
AEMH is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website or our services.

2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:

Identification data (name, email address, professional affiliation)

Communication data (messages sent through contact forms or email)

Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information, cookies)

Usage data (pages visited, interactions with website content)

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided by you for a specific purpose.

3. How We Use Your Data
Your data may be used for:

Responding to inquiries and communication requests

Managing membership and organizational activities

Sending updates, newsletters, or event information (only with your consent)

Improving website functionality and user experience

Ensuring website security and preventing misuse

We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:

Your consent

Our legitimate interest in managing the association’s activities

Compliance with legal obligations

Performance of tasks related to membership or collaboration

5. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss. Data is stored securely within the European Union.

6. Data Sharing
We may share data only with:

Service providers essential for website hosting or communication

Partner organizations involved in joint projects (only when necessary)

Authorities, when legally required

All third parties are required to comply with GDPR standards.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)
You have the right to:

Access your personal data

Request correction or deletion

Withdraw consent at any time

Restrict or object to processing

Request data portability

File a complaint with your national Data Protection Authority

8. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Contact
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact us at:

AEMH – European Association of Senior Hospital Physicians
Email: secretariat@aemh.org
Address: Rue Guimard 15, Brussels, B-1040, Belgium