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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the “Policy”) sets forth the procedures for the collection, processing, and use of personal data of users of the SIIL website (https://siil.ch/ru). By registering on the SIIL website and paying for educational programs, the user gives his or her full and unconditional consent to the terms of this Policy. If the user does not agree with the terms of the Policy, he or she must immediately stop using the website.

1. General Provisions

1.1. This Policy is an integral part of the User Agreement available at https://siil.ch/ru/agreement.

1.2. This policy applies to all users of the website, including those who are simply viewing information and registered users.

1.3. By using this website, the user acknowledges that they have read this Policy and accept it in its entirety.

2. What Information We Collect

2.1. The following data may be collected and processed when using the website:

• 2.1.1. IP address;
• 2.1.2. operating system type;
• 2.1.3. device identifiers;
• 2.1.4. last name, first name, patronymic (if applicable);
• 2.1.5. a photo of the user;
• 2.1.6. email address;
• 2.1.7. contact phone number;
• 2.1.8. Results of completed educational programs;
• 2.1.9. messages and comments posted by the user;
• 2.1.10. website page view history;
• 2.1.11. Web browser data;
• 2.1.12. Payment information required to pay for educational programs.

2.2. Cookies are used to ensure the proper functioning of the website; they allow us to store data related to user authentication and interface settings.

3. Processing of Personal Data

3.1. For the purposes of this Policy, the processing of personal data includes the following activities:

• 3.1.1. collection;
• 3.1.2. systematization;
• 3.1.3. accumulation and storage;
• 3.1.4. clarification (update, change);
• 3.1.5. Use;
• 3.1.6. transfer (distribution, provision, access);
• 3.1.7. depersonalization;
• 3.1.8. blocking;
• 3.1.9. Removal and destruction.

3.2. The user consents to the processing of personal data at the time of registration and during subsequent use of the website.

3.3. In certain cases provided for by law or necessary to fulfill our obligations to the user, data may be transferred to third parties (e.g., payment systems, educational partners) in compliance with all confidentiality measures.

4. User Disclaimer

4.1. The user posts information on the website on his or her own and is aware of the potential risks associated with its disclosure.

4.2. Certain actions taken by the user (such as posting comments or filling out public profiles) may result in personal data becoming accessible to an unspecified group of individuals. The user consents to this to the extent of the actions taken.

4.3. The user also agrees to receive informational and promotional messages via email and by phone, as provided during registration. This consent may be revoked at any time by sending a notice to info@siil.ch.

5. Purposes of Use of Information

5.1. The information collected is used for the following purposes:

• 5.1.1. fulfilling obligations to the user (providing access to educational programs, tests, and the user’s personal account);
• 5.1.2. maintaining communication with the user (responding to inquiries, sending order status notifications);
• 5.1.3. Sending informational and promotional emails (with the option to unsubscribe);
• 5.1.4. Improving the quality of the website and analyzing user preferences;
• 5.1.5. User authentication when logging into the personal account;
• 5.1.6. account management;
• 5.1.7. Compliance with legal requirements, including anti-fraud measures.

6. Information Security

6.1. SIIL takes the necessary organizational and technical measures to protect users' personal data from:

• 6.1.1. unauthorized access;
• 6.1.2. destruction, alteration, or blocking;
• 6.1.3. distribution, copying;
• 6.1.4. other unlawful acts by third parties.

6.2. Personal data is not sold or disclosed to third parties, except as expressly provided by law or when such disclosure is necessary to fulfill contractual obligations to the user (for example, to payment systems).

6.3. Only authorized SIIL employees, who are required to maintain confidentiality, have access to personal data.

7. Administrator Rights

7.1. The website administrator has the right to:

• 7.1.1. conduct statistical studies based on anonymized user data;
• 7.1.2. use the data for targeted advertising on the website and on external advertising networks;
• 7.1.3. provide information to government agencies in cases prescribed by law;
• 7.1.4. disclose data to third parties to prevent fraud and ensure security (to the extent necessary for these purposes);
• 7.1.5. Transfer data in the course of fulfilling contractual obligations (to partners and contractors), provided that they comply with the requirements of this Policy.

8. User Rights

8.1. The user has the right to:

• 8.1.1. edit and update their personal information in their account;
• 8.1.2. request the deletion of your personal data (except for data that must be retained in accordance with the law);
• 8.1.3. withdraw consent to receive promotional and informational mailings;
• 8.1.4. contact the Administrator regarding the processing of personal data;
• 8.1.5. Submit requests to modify or delete data via email to info@siil.ch (a response will be provided within 30 business days).

9. Policy Changes

9.1. SIIL reserves the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy.

9.2. The new version of the Policy takes effect upon its publication on the website.

9.3. Continued use of the website after the changes are posted constitutes the user's acceptance of the updated version of the Policy.

9.4. If a user does not agree with the changes, he or she must stop using the website.

10. Dispute Resolution

10.1. If individual agreements or contracts between the user and SIIL contain provisions regarding personal data, those provisions shall apply to the extent they do not conflict with this Policy.

10.2. All disputes related to the processing of personal data shall be resolved through negotiation. If no agreement is reached, the dispute shall be referred to the court in the Administrator’s place of business.

11. Contact Information

11.1. For any questions regarding the processing of personal data, users may contact:

Swiss International Institute Lausanne (SIIL)
Grand-Rue 92, 1820 Montreux, Switzerland
Phone: +41 31 520-70-82
Email: info@siil.ch
Data Protection Officer: a.isanina@siil.ch