Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 2025 
Website: https://hccc.org.gr 

1. Who We Are 

This website is managed by the Hellenic Emerging Technologies Industry Association (HETiA) on behalf of the Hellenic Chips Competence Centre (HCCC) consortium. 
HETiA is the data controller for all personal data collected through this website, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679). 

2. What Data We Collect 

We may collect the following data: 

  • Contact information (e.g. name, email, organization) via online forms 
  • Technical data (e.g. IP address, browser type, visit timestamp) 
  • Cookie identifiers (where consented) 

3. How We Collect It 

  • Directly from users (e.g. via contact forms) 
  • Automatically via cookies and analytics tools 

4. Why We Process Personal Data 

  • To respond to inquiries and communication requests 
  • To provide updates on HCCC activities or initiatives 
  • To analyze and improve website performance 
  • To comply with EU program obligations or legal requirements 

5. Legal Basis for Processing 

Data processing is based on: 

  • Consent (Article 6.1(a) GDPR) 
  • Legitimate interests (Article 6.1(f)) 
  • Legal obligations (Article 6.1(c)) 

6. Data Sharing 

Personal data may be shared with: 

  • HCCC management, administration and project partners (when relevant for communication or reporting) 
  • Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting or email tools) — all GDPR-compliant 
    We do not sell or commercially share personal data. 

7. Links to External Platforms 

This website may include links to external platforms developed by HCCC consortium partners. These platforms are operated independently and are subject to their own privacy and cookie policies. 
We encourage users to review those policies before interacting with any third-party site. HETiA is not responsible for external data processing practices. 

8. Your Rights 

You have the right to: 

  • Access, correct, delete or restrict your data 
  • Withdraw consent at any time 
  • Object to processing 
  • Lodge a complaint with the Hellenic Data Protection Authority (www.dpa.gr

For any privacy requests: info@hccc.org.gr 

9. Data Retention 

Data is retained only as long as necessary for its intended purpose, or as required by EU program obligations or applicable laws. 

10. Cookies 

We use cookies for basic functionality and anonymous analytics. Consent is requested upon your first visit. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.