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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2025

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This Privacy Policy explains how G.O.A.L. (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit our website www.global-goal.org, download our whitepapers, or contact us. We are committed to handling your data responsibly and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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1. Who We Are

G.O.A.L. is a strategy studio and independent think tank based in the Netherlands.
For privacy-related questions, you can contact us at: info@global-goal.org

Location: Maastricht, The Netherlands
(Full address not listed for privacy reasons; can be provided upon official request.)

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2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data that you voluntarily provide or that is necessary for the functioning of the website.

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Data you provide directly

  • Name (if submitted)

  • Email address (when contacting us)

  • Any information contained in messages sent to our email

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Data collected automatically (via Wix)

  • IP address (anonymized where possible)

  • Device type / browser type

  • Basic analytics about page views and site usage

  • Cookies (see Cookie Statement below)

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We do not collect sensitive personal data.

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3. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:​

  • To respond to inquiries or messages you send

  • To understand how visitors use our website (analytics)

  • To improve user experience and site performance

  • To maintain website security and prevent abuse

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We do not sell or rent your personal data.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We rely on the following legal grounds:

  • Legitimate Interest – responding to inquiries, maintaining website security, basic analytics

  • Consent – when you voluntarily submit your email

  • Contractual necessity – when replying to messages you initiate

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5. Data Storage and Retention

We store personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Contact emails: up to 12 months

  • Analytics data: according to Wix’s automated retention schedule

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You may request deletion at any time.

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6. Data Sharing

We use third-party service providers strictly for website functionality:

  • Wix.com (website hosting, analytics, cookie management)

  • Email service provider (for receiving your messages)

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These providers process data under GDPR-compliant agreements.

We do not share personal data with advertisers, external marketers, or unrelated third parties.

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7. International Data Transfers

Wix may store some data on servers outside the EU.
These transfers occur under GDPR-approved mechanisms (Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards).

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8. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Request correction

  • Request deletion

  • Request restriction of processing

  • Object to processing

  • Request export of your data (data portability)

To exercise any of these rights, email:
info@global-goal.org

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9. Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. However, no online transmission is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

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10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

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11. Contact

For all privacy requests, contact:
info@global-goal.org

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