Last updated: 10/01/2026
Website: minetour.cs.ucy.ac.cy
Controller: SEIT Lab UCY
Contact email: seitlabucy@gmail.com
1. Introduction
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you register for and use the MineTour platform.
2. Information We Collect
When you register or use our services, we may collect the following personal information:
- Identity data: name, username, password
- Contact data: email address
- Account and usage data: information about how you use the platform
- Technical data: IP address and device/browser details (automatically collected)
- Any other information you provide directly through your profile or support requests
We only collect data necessary to provide and improve the service.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect personal data:
- Directly from you when you register or contact us
- Automatically through cookies and system logs
- From third-party services if you link or sign in with them (if applicable)
4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data for the following purposes, based on lawful grounds under GDPR (legal consent, contract fulfilment, legitimate interest):
- To create and manage your account
- To operate, improve, and personalize the service
- To communicate with you (e.g., updates, support)
- To comply with legal obligations
- To maintain security, prevent fraud and abuse
5. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to understand how you use the site and improve your experience. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings or on-site notices.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Third-party service providers that help us operate the platform (e.g., hosting, analytics)
- Law enforcement or regulators when required by law
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined above, or as required by applicable law (e.g., where retention is required for compliance).
9. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are in the EU (including Cyprus), you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:
- Access: request copies of your personal data
- Rectification: correct inaccurate data
- Erasure: request deletion of your data
- Restriction or objection: limit certain processing
- Data portability: receive data in a structured format
To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.
10. Updates to this Policy
We may update this privacy policy when necessary. The “Last updated” date above will change when we do. Substantial changes will be notified to registered users in advance.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, email us at:
seitlabucy@gmail.com