Transverse, Ghent University and IMEC (hereinafter referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”), is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

1. Information We Collect We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, Company, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, products, and services.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical information.
• Other Data: Any other information you provide to us voluntarily.

2. How We Use Your Information We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our products and services.
• To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries.
• To comply with legal obligations.
• To analyze usage patterns and improve our website and services.

3. Legal Basis for Processing We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent.
• To fulfill a contract with you.
• To comply with legal obligations.
• For our legitimate business interests, provided these do not override your rights.

4. Sharing of Information We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information with:

• Service providers who perform services on our behalf.
• Legal authorities if required by law.
• Business partners as part of joint ventures or collaborations.

5. Data Retention We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

6. Your Rights You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Object to the processing of your data.
• Withdraw your consent at any time, where processing is based on your consent.
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data has been mishandled.

7. Data Security We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

9. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

11. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Transverse Technologiepark-Zwijnaarde 126, 9052, Ghent, Belgium Email: info@transverse.technology