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Privacy Policy

How DH BeNeLux handles your data, keeps communications transparent, and protects community privacy.

Last updated

March 13, 2026

Introduction

Digital Humanities BeNeLux ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website dhbenelux.org.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to operate our website and serve our community:

  • Usage Data: Information about how you access and use our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on pages.
  • Contact Information: If you contact us or subscribe to our mailing list, we collect the information you provide (name, email address, message content).
  • Conference Registration: When you register for DH BeNeLux conferences, we collect required registration information as specified in the forms.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate and maintain our website
  • Respond to inquiries and provide support
  • Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • Organize and manage DH BeNeLux conferences and events
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only when:

  • You give explicit consent
  • We must comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests
  • Service providers assist us in operating our website (e.g., hosting)
  • Conference co-organizers and sponsors need limited data for event management

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Under GDPR and applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@dhbenelux.org.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Please review this policy from time to time.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us:

Digital Humanities BeNeLux
Email: info@dhbenelux.org