At www.martamanuel.com, one of our top priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document, drafted in accordance with the European General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and the Council, dated April 27, 2016, aims to inform our users about the types of information collected and recorded by Marta Manuel and how these are used. Given that the aforementioned Regulation, in its Articles 13 and 14, requires the provision of certain information to data subjects, these are deemed provided by reading this Policy.

Marta Manuel is responsible for the personal data provided by users of www.martamanuel.com. In this regard, "personal data" refers to any information, regardless of its nature and medium, relating to an identified or identifiable natural person (data subject). A person is considered identifiable if they can be recognized directly or indirectly, particularly by reference to an identifier such as a name, identification number, location data, online identifier, or one or more specific elements of their physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social identity.

1. What data do we collect?

• Name and contact information, including email address;

• Demographic information, preferences, and interests;

• Other relevant information for offers to users.

2. How do we collect your data? Some personal data is collected through interactions with you, and some are obtained from your access to our website. Therefore, we collect both personal information and device data. www.martamanuel.com offers visitors a free newsletter subscription service. To use this service, you must provide your email address in the designated field. The subscription can be canceled at any time by following the instructions at the bottom of each newsletter.

3. What data processing operations are carried out?

• Internal record-keeping;

• Use of information to improve our content and/or services;

• Periodic promotional emails about new publications, special offers, or other information we believe may interest the user, using the email address provided by the data subject.

4. What are the legal grounds for processing your personal data? Our legitimacy for processing your personal data is based on:

• Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR, when data collection and processing are primarily based on the contractual relationship you have with us;

• Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR, when we send newsletters, as they are provided based on your consent;

• Article 6(1)(c) of the GDPR, if processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.

5. How long will the data be retained? Marta Manuel will keep your personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your information as required to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

6. What are the rights of data subjects?

6.1. Right of access: The data subject has the right to obtain confirmation from the data controller whether their personal data is being processed and, if so, access their personal data and the information provided in the GDPR.

6.2. Right to rectification: The data subject has the right to obtain the rectification of inaccurate personal data concerning them without undue delay.

6.3. Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”): The data subject has the right to have their personal data erased without undue delay when, among other reasons, the data is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected or processed.

6.4. Right to restriction of processing: The data subject has the right to obtain restriction of processing under certain conditions, such as contesting the accuracy of the data or opposing its deletion.

6.5. Right to object: The data subject has the right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

6.6. Right to data portability: The data subject has the right to receive their personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and transmit it to another data controller.

6.7. Right not to be subject to automated decision-making: The data subject has the right not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing, including profiling, that significantly affects them.

6.8. Right to withdraw consent: If data processing is based on consent, the data subject has the right to withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

6.9. Right to be informed of a data breach.

6.10. Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority: The data subject can file a complaint with the competent authority, the National Data Protection Commission (CNPD), at Avenida D. Carlos I, n.º 134, 1.º, 1200-651 Lisbon, Portugal, email: geral@cnpd.pt.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via email at martamanuelcircles@gmail.com.

7. Cookies and Web Beacons

7.1. What are cookies? Cookies are text strings stored in a specific file and included in HTTP requests and responses, allowing for session tracking and state information storage.

7.2. Why are cookies used?

• To make websites function more efficiently and quickly;

• To improve security in restricted areas;

• To collect information that better serves your interests;

• To gather statistical data for improving customer interaction.

7.5. Use of cookies by www.martamanuel.com Users can manage or delete cookies through browser settings. Disabling cookies may slow access or prevent access to certain areas of the website.

For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

8. Third-Party Privacy Policies Marta Manuel has no access or control over third-party advertisers or ad networks that may use technologies like cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons for personalized advertising.

9. Children’s Information Protecting children online is a priority. If a minor under 16 provides personal information, please contact us at martamanuelcircles@gmail.com to remove such data.

10. Online Privacy Policy (Only) This Privacy Policy applies solely to our online activities and is valid for information shared and/or collected via www.martamanuel.com.

11. Disclosure of Personal Data Personal data may be shared with service providers, subcontractors, or judicial, tax, and regulatory authorities to comply with legal obligations.

12. Commitment We take technical and organizational measures to ensure lawful and secure data processing. Regular precautions are recommended, including using an updated computer and browser.

Marta Manuel may modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time, with changes duly updated on our platforms.

13. Consent By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

To request information on personal data we hold about you or to remove it from our system, contact us at martamanuelcircles@gmail.com. To unsubscribe from the Newsletter, use the link provided at the bottom of each issue.