Context
Bússola - Be a Place, LDA, a limited liability company registered under number 513684093, with its head office at Edifício Feira Park, Sala 2.4, Rua do Feira Park n. 50, 4520-632 Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal, as the entity responsible for personal data processing, is committed to protecting the privacy of all users of its website www.bussola.com.pt and to complying with the applicable data protection legislation, namely Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of 27 April 2016 (“GDPR”), and Law No. 58/2019, of 8 August.
By accessing and using this website, users acknowledge and accept the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1.
Personal data processed and purposes
For the purposes of this policy, “personal data” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. Bússola only collects the data strictly necessary, processed for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes, and not further processed in a manner incompatible with those purposes.
Depending on the user’s interaction with the website and the forms provided, the data processed may include name, email, phone number, organisation, position, country, and other information related to information requests, project applications, newsletter subscriptions, event registrations, and content submitted by the user.
The main purposes of data processing are:
a) managing user requests and support, including responding to questions, information requests, and institutional contacts;
b) managing event, activity, and programme registrations, including operational communications, attendance confirmations, and logistical details;
c) institutional and marketing communications, where a lawful basis exists, including newsletters, invitations, and information on projects and opportunities, with the right to object at any time;
d) management of applications and participation in projects, including European cooperation, cultural production, artistic programming, consultancy, and mediation processes;
e) website management and continuous improvement, ensuring security, performance, and abuse prevention;
f) compliance with legal obligations and exercise of rights, including responses to public authorities when required by law.
2.
Legal basis for processing
Data processing is carried out under one or more of the following legal bases:
a) performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures, when the user requests services or participates in activities;
b) legitimate interest, in the efficient management of the website, improvement of services, information security, and relevant institutional communication;
c) consent, for example, for the sending of marketing communications or the use of cookies;
d) compliance with a legal obligation to which Bússola is subject.
3.
Data collection and origin
Data is collected directly from users through website forms, event registrations, applications, newsletter subscriptions, and other interactions, and may occasionally be obtained in the context of public initiatives or partnerships, always with an appropriate legal basis.
Fields marked as mandatory are essential for the requested service. Failure to provide them may prevent Bússola from processing the request.
4.
Data retention
Personal data is retained only for the period strictly necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, without prejudice to specific legal obligations or time limits necessary for the exercise or defence of legal claims.
In general:
5.
Data sharing and processors
Bússola may use service providers acting as data processors to support technical operations, hosting, communication delivery, and event management. These providers process personal data solely under Bússola’s documented instructions and with appropriate security measures.
Where necessary to fulfil legitimate purposes, data may be shared with project consortium partners, public authorities, or funding bodies, always under lawful conditions and in accordance with the principle of data minimisation. Personal data will never be sold or disclosed for commercial purposes.
6.
International data transfers
If any data transfer occurs outside the European Economic Area, Bússola ensures full compliance with the GDPR through adequate safeguards such as European Commission adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.
7.
Data subjects’ rights
Under the law, users have the right to:
Users may also lodge a complaint with the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD).
To exercise their rights, users may contact:
Email: geral@bussola.com.pt
Phone: +351 965 486 221
Address: Bússola - Be a Place, LDA, Edifício Feira Park, Sala 2.4, Rua do Feira Park n. 50, 4520-632 Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal
Bússola may request additional information to verify the identity of the requester.
8.
Information security
Bússola implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from destruction, loss, alteration, disclosure, or unauthorised access, including access controls, encryption, and data minimisation practices.
Despite these measures, no system is entirely immune from risks; the use of this website implies acceptance of this residual risk.
9.
Automatically collected non-personal information
When users access the website, certain technical and usage information (such as browser type, pages visited, visit duration, and truncated IP address) may be collected automatically for statistical and security purposes and to improve user experience. This information does not allow for direct identification of the user.
10.
Cookies
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to enable core functionality, enhance browsing experience, measure usage, and, where applicable, personalise content.
Users may configure their browsers to block or delete cookies, although disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
11.
Social media and third-party content
This website may include links to social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube. Interactions with these platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies. Bússola does not control or take responsibility for data processing performed by third parties.
12.
External links
This website may contain hyperlinks to external websites. Bússola is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of these third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review each site’s own privacy policy.
13.
Policy updates
Bússola may update this Privacy Policy at any time, particularly to reflect legislative or organisational changes. The most recent version will always be available on the website, indicating the date of its latest revision. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Context
Bússola - Be a Place, LDA, a limited liability company registered under number 513684093, with its head office at Edifício Feira Park, Sala 2.4, Rua do Feira Park n. 50, 4520-632 Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal, as the entity responsible for personal data processing, is committed to protecting the privacy of all users of its website www.bussola.com.pt and to complying with the applicable data protection legislation, namely Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of 27 April 2016 (“GDPR”), and Law No. 58/2019, of 8 August.
By accessing and using this website, users acknowledge and accept the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1.
Personal data processed and purposes
For the purposes of this policy, “personal data” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. Bússola only collects the data strictly necessary, processed for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes, and not further processed in a manner incompatible with those purposes.
Depending on the user’s interaction with the website and the forms provided, the data processed may include name, email, phone number, organisation, position, country, and other information related to information requests, project applications, newsletter subscriptions, event registrations, and content submitted by the user.
The main purposes of data processing are:
a) managing user requests and support, including responding to questions, information requests, and institutional contacts;
b) managing event, activity, and programme registrations, including operational communications, attendance confirmations, and logistical details;
c) institutional and marketing communications, where a lawful basis exists, including newsletters, invitations, and information on projects and opportunities, with the right to object at any time;
d) management of applications and participation in projects, including European cooperation, cultural production, artistic programming, consultancy, and mediation processes;
e) website management and continuous improvement, ensuring security, performance, and abuse prevention;
f) compliance with legal obligations and exercise of rights, including responses to public authorities when required by law.
2.
Legal basis for processing
Data processing is carried out under one or more of the following legal bases:
a) performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures, when the user requests services or participates in activities;
b) legitimate interest, in the efficient management of the website, improvement of services, information security, and relevant institutional communication;
c) consent, for example, for the sending of marketing communications or the use of cookies;
d) compliance with a legal obligation to which Bússola is subject.
3.
Data collection and origin
Data is collected directly from users through website forms, event registrations, applications, newsletter subscriptions, and other interactions, and may occasionally be obtained in the context of public initiatives or partnerships, always with an appropriate legal basis.
Fields marked as mandatory are essential for the requested service. Failure to provide them may prevent Bússola from processing the request.
4.
Data retention
Personal data is retained only for the period strictly necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, without prejudice to specific legal obligations or time limits necessary for the exercise or defence of legal claims.
In general:
5.
Data sharing and processors
Bússola may use service providers acting as data processors to support technical operations, hosting, communication delivery, and event management. These providers process personal data solely under Bússola’s documented instructions and with appropriate security measures.
Where necessary to fulfil legitimate purposes, data may be shared with project consortium partners, public authorities, or funding bodies, always under lawful conditions and in accordance with the principle of data minimisation. Personal data will never be sold or disclosed for commercial purposes.
6.
International data transfers
If any data transfer occurs outside the European Economic Area, Bússola ensures full compliance with the GDPR through adequate safeguards such as European Commission adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.
7.
Data subjects’ rights
Under the law, users have the right to:
Users may also lodge a complaint with the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD).
To exercise their rights, users may contact:
Email: geral@bussola.com.pt
Phone: +351 965 486 221
Address: Bússola - Be a Place, LDA, Edifício Feira Park, Sala 2.4, Rua do Feira Park n. 50, 4520-632 Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal
Bússola may request additional information to verify the identity of the requester.
8.
Information security
Bússola implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from destruction, loss, alteration, disclosure, or unauthorised access, including access controls, encryption, and data minimisation practices.
Despite these measures, no system is entirely immune from risks; the use of this website implies acceptance of this residual risk.
9.
Automatically collected non-personal information
When users access the website, certain technical and usage information (such as browser type, pages visited, visit duration, and truncated IP address) may be collected automatically for statistical and security purposes and to improve user experience. This information does not allow for direct identification of the user.
10.
Cookies
This website uses cookies and similar technologies to enable core functionality, enhance browsing experience, measure usage, and, where applicable, personalise content.
Users may configure their browsers to block or delete cookies, although disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
11.
Social media and third-party content
This website may include links to social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube. Interactions with these platforms are governed by their respective privacy policies. Bússola does not control or take responsibility for data processing performed by third parties.
12.
External links
This website may contain hyperlinks to external websites. Bússola is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of these third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review each site’s own privacy policy.
13.
Policy updates
Bússola may update this Privacy Policy at any time, particularly to reflect legislative or organisational changes. The most recent version will always be available on the website, indicating the date of its latest revision. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Be a Place, LDA
Edifício Feira Park - Sala 2.4
Rua do Feira Park, Nº 50
4520–632 Santa Maria da Feira
Portugal
© Bússola 2012 – 2026
Be a Place, LDA
Edifício Feira Park – Sala 2.4
Rua do Feira Park, nº 50
4520–632 Santa Maria da Feira
Portugal
© Bússola 2012 – 2026