Privacy Policy

AI for Change (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Finnish data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data.

1. Data Controller

The data controller for processing your personal data is:
AI for Change
Alatie 1b, 28200 Pori
info@aifcf.org 

For any questions regarding this policy, contact us: info@aifcf.org 

2. What Data We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data:

2.1 Data You Provide Directly

  • Name, email, and contact details (when you sign up, contact us, or register for events).
  • Payment details (if you purchase a service, processed securely by third-party payment providers).
  • Information provided in surveys, feedback forms, or customer support requests.

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

  • IP address, browser type, device type (collected for security, analytics, and troubleshooting).
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy for more details).
  • Usage data (how you interact with our website, pages visited, and time spent).

2.3 Third-Party Data Sources

  • If you log in or interact via third-party platforms (e.g., social media, payment processors), we may collect relevant data according to their privacy settings.

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes under the legal bases of GDPR:

Purpose

Legal Basis

Providing our services, responding to inquiries

Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b))

Processing payments for services/events

Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b))

Sending marketing communications (if consent given)

Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))

Improving website performance and user experience

Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))

Compliance with legal obligations (e.g., financial records, fraud prevention)

Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c))

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Retention periods vary depending on:

  • The type of data.
  • Legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Our business needs for data processing.

After the retention period expires, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data. However, we may share data with:

  • Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) to operate our services.
  • Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.
  • Business partners only if explicitly consented to by you.

All third parties are required to comply with GDPR and Finnish data protection laws.

6. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure protection through:

  • EU Commission-approved standard contractual clauses.
  • Binding corporate rules.
  • Verified data protection frameworks (e.g., EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, where applicable).

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights:

  • Right to access – Request a copy of your data.
  • Right to rectification – Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to erasure (‘right to be forgotten’) – Request deletion of your data (unless legally required to retain it).
  • Right to restrict processing – Request limitation of data use.
  • Right to data portability – Request transfer of your data to another service.
  • Right to object – Object to processing based on legitimate interest or direct marketing.
  • Right to withdraw consent – Withdraw consent at any time for data processing based on consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@aifcf.org  If you believe we are not handling your data lawfully, you can file a complaint with Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency) or your local data protection authority.

8. Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Secure encryption for data storage and transmission.
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms.
  • Regular security assessments to prevent unauthorized access.

While we take these steps, no system is completely secure. If you suspect a data breach, contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in laws or business practices. We will notify you of significant changes via email or on our website.

Last updated: 11th March 2025.

 

Cookie Policy

AI for Change
Effective Date: 11th March 2025

AI for Change (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help us understand how you interact with our website and improve your user experience. Some cookies are essential for the website to function, while others are used for analytics, personalization, and advertising.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

2.1 Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot disable these cookies.

Example Uses:

  • Keeping you logged in to your account.
  • Enabling security features.
  • Remembering cookie consent preferences.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering user preferences and enabling third-party services.

Example Uses:

  • Saving language and region preferences.
  • Enabling embedded content, such as videos or social media features.

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting and reporting anonymous data. This allows us to improve website performance and user experience.

Example Uses:

  • Tracking page visits and user behavior.
  • Measuring website traffic and performance.

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

2.4 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about website speed, load times, and technical errors to help us optimize performance.

Example Uses:

  • Monitoring website response times.
  • Detecting and fixing bugs or crashes.

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

2.5 Advertisement Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant ads based on your browsing habits. They may be set by us or third-party advertisers to build a profile of your interests.

Example Uses:

  • Displaying personalized advertisements.
  • Measuring ad effectiveness.
  • Limiting how often you see an ad.

Legal Basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)

3. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

  • Cookie Banner: You can accept or reject non-essential cookies when you first visit our website.
  • Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage or disable cookies through settings.
  • Opt-Out Links: Some third-party services offer opt-out mechanisms (e.g., Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout).

If you disable cookies, some website features may not function properly.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party cookies from trusted providers to improve our services. These third parties include analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) and advertising platforms. Each provider has its own privacy policy governing its cookie usage.

We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more details:

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in cookie usage or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Last updated: 11th March 2025











Terms of Use

AI for Change
Effective Date: 11th March 2025

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. General Information

AI for Change (“we,” “us,” or “our”) provides educational, consulting, and AI-related services. These Terms apply to all users of our website and services.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have legal guardian consent to use our services. By using our website, you confirm that you meet this requirement.

3. Use of Services

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to:

  • Use our website and services only for lawful purposes.
  • Provide accurate and truthful information when registering or communicating with us.
  • Respect intellectual property rights and privacy laws.

3.2 Prohibited Activities

You may NOT:

  • Use our services for any illegal or fraudulent activities.
  • Attempt to hack, disrupt, or misuse our website.
  • Copy, modify, distribute, or exploit our content without permission.
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on our website, including text, images, logos, trademarks, and software, is the property of AI for Change or licensed to us. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of our content is prohibited.

5. User-Generated Content

If you submit content (e.g., comments, feedback, testimonials), you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display it for promotional or operational purposes. You are responsible for ensuring that your content does not violate any third-party rights.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

We collect and process personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your data as outlined in our policy.

7. Payment and Refund Policy

7.1 Payments

Some services may require payment. We use secure third-party payment processors to handle transactions. Prices are listed in EUR unless otherwise specified.

7.2 Refunds

Refund eligibility depends on the type of service purchased. Contact us within 90 days of purchase for refund requests. Refunds are not available for digital products or completed services unless otherwise specified.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided “as is” and “as available.” We do not guarantee that:

  • The website will always function without disruptions or errors.
  • The content is always accurate or up to date.
  • Our services meet all your expectations.

We disclaim all warranties, to the extent permitted by law, regarding fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, and non-infringement.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AI for Change is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services. This includes, but is not limited to, data loss, business interruption, or financial loss.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Use third-party services at your own risk.

11. Termination of Access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, without prior notice, if you violate these Terms.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of Finland. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved through negotiations. If unresolved, disputes shall be settled in Finnish courts.

14. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms, contact us at info@aifcf.org 

Last updated: 11th March 2025.