Personal Data – Refers to any data relating to an individual who can be identified directly or indirectly from that data.
Protocore/Us/We – Refers to the brand "Protocore," operated and managed by Metachain S.R.L., a company officially registered in Romania under registration number J40/4655/2022 and tax identification number (CUI) 45781750.
You/Your – Pertains to any individual whose Personal Data is processed by us under this policy.
GDPR – The General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) which is a regulation by which the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union, and the European Commission intend to fortify and unify data protection for individuals within the European Union (EU).
Website – Our primary website and its associated subpages: protocore.io.
Recipients – These are entities or individuals to whom we may disclose your Personal Data as required to fulfill our services or operations. They are only permitted to process your Personal Data as instructed by us.
Cookies – Small text files stored on your device by our server to improve user experience and track website usage patterns.
Privacy Policy – This document, detailing our stance and procedures regarding data privacy.
This policy is applicable to the Personal Data of:
The controller of your Personal Data is Protocore. We have the final say in why and how your Personal Data is processed. We prioritize the security and integrity of your data. We do not sell your Personal Data. Should you have inquiries regarding the protection of your Personal Data, reach out to us at: contact@protocore.io.
All Personal Data collected by Protocore will be:
Detailed guidance on our data processing actions can be found in the section titled “Purpose, Legal Basis, and Duration of Processing Your Personal Data.”
We may collect and process Personal Data that you willingly provide, information collected through your interaction with our services, data from cookies on our website, and from public domains like social media or third-party referrals.
The data will be processed until the end of the recruitment process, no longer than 12 months from the receipt of the candidate’s application by the Controller or for the period indicated in the possible consent for future recruitments (no longer than one year from the end of the recruitment process).
The data will be processed for the time necessary to perform the concluded contract, the limitation period for claims arising from it and the period of storage of related settlement documents.
The data will be processed for the time necessary to perform the concluded contract, the limitation period for claims arising from it and the period of storage of related settlement documents.
It is mandatory to provide certain Personal Data as per the law. The remaining is voluntary. Failing to provide mandatory data may prevent us from engaging in contractual activities with you.
Purpose: Establishment of commercial contacts, conclusion of sales agreement, handling inquiries, accounting and tax documentation, debt collection, investigation and protection of claims, and direct marketing.
Legal Basis: Predominantly Article 6 of GDPR, specifically sections 1 pt. a, b, c, and f. Some processes also reference the Accounting Act and other laws.
Duration: Various durations, including until an objection is raised, for the term of an agreement, 5 years after tax due, and until withdrawal of consent.
Purpose: Handling of agreement, establishing and investigating claims.
Legal Basis: Article 6 sec. 1 pt. f) GDPR.
Duration: For the term of the agreement, and for a 6-year period after the end of cooperation.
Purpose: Sending newsletters for direct marketing.
Legal Basis: Article 6 sec. 1 pt. a) GDPR.
Duration: Until withdrawal of consent.
Purpose: Recording and responding to correspondence.
Legal Basis: Article 6 sec. 1 pt. f) GDPR.
Duration: Until an effective objection is raised.
Purpose: Organization and running of meetups.
Legal Basis: Article 6 sec. 1 pt. a) GDPR.
Duration: Until withdrawal of consent.
Any disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of or relating to this privacy policy shall be governed by and interpreted according to the laws of Romania, without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule. Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of, or related to, these terms shall be instituted exclusively in the courts located in Romania, and each party irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts in any such suit, action, or proceeding.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Protocore shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from (a) your use or inability to use the service; (b) any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal data stored therein.
The user agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Protocore, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these terms or your use of the service.
Notwithstanding the periods mentioned in the prior text, Protocore retains the right to maintain and store personal data for longer periods if deemed necessary for legal, audit, or compliance purposes.
Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Protocore. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. It is advised to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services accessed.
No failure or delay by Protocore in exercising any right or provision of these terms will operate as a waiver of such right or provision.
If any provision of these terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these terms will remain in effect.
Protocore reserves the right to amend, revise, or modify this policy at any time by posting the updated terms on the website. It's the responsibility of the user to review the terms periodically. Continued use of the service post any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Any formal notices or communications should be sent to Protocore's official address as listed on our website. We may also communicate with you via emails or any other contact information you provide to us.
These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Protocore and supersede any prior agreements we might have had between us regarding the service.
Metachain S.R.L., a registered company in Romania, is the sole and exclusive owner of the brand "Protocore" and its associated online domain, protocore.io. Throughout this document, the use of "Protocore" is to be understood as a brand representation under the proprietorship of Metachain S.R.L.
Ownership: The brand name "Protocore" and the website domain "protocore.io" are properties of Metachain S.R.L., a legally established entity in Romania. All rights, titles, and interests related to the brand and website are owned, licensed, or controlled by Metachain S.R.L.
Intellectual Property Protection: The "Protocore" name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Metachain S.R.L. or its affiliates or licensors. You must not use such marks without the prior written permission of Metachain S.R.L. All other names, brands, and marks are used for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
Unauthorized Use Prohibited: Any unauthorized use of the "Protocore" brand or any related intellectual property rights is strictly prohibited. Metachain S.R.L. reserves the right to take legal action against any parties who infringe upon its intellectual property rights or misuse its brand in any manner.
Respect for Intellectual Property: Metachain S.R.L. respects the intellectual property of others and expects the users of the services under the brand "Protocore" to do the same. Any violation of intellectual property rights will be pursued diligently under the relevant laws.
This Privacy Policy applies to all data and operations related to "Protocore" and the associated website "protocore.io". It is crucial to understand that while "Protocore" is presented as the brand name, the website and all its operations, data, rights, and responsibilities fall under Metachain S.R.L., a legally established entity in Romania.
By interacting with, using, or accessing any services, features, or content associated with "Protocore", you are effectively interacting with Metachain S.R.L. and are thereby subject to this Privacy Policy as stipulated by Metachain S.R.L.
For the safety and integrity of our operations, users accessing from countries with a historically recognized high-risk profile for online operations (e.g., fraudulent activities, cyber-attacks, non-compliance with international regulations, etc.) might be restricted from using our services. The list includes, but is not limited to: North Korea, Iran, Syria, and any other country that might be added to this list in the future. Metachain S.R.L., under its Protocore brand, reserves the right to update this list at its discretion.
Protocore values the privacy and security of its users' personal data. With this in mind, we firmly assert that we do not transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We maintain and process all data within servers and infrastructure located in the EEA, ensuring that your personal data benefits from the stringent protections provided by European data protection laws.
Protocore is committed to ensuring that our users maintain control over their personal data. As a user, you have the unequivocal right to request the deletion of your personal data stored with us.
Should you wish to exercise this right:
Written Request: Submit a written request to our designated email address. The request should be comprehensive, detailing the specific data you wish to have deleted.
Identity Verification: Along with your request, provide legitimate proof verifying your identity, ensuring that the data pertains to you. This measure is in place to prevent fraudulent deletion requests.
Signature: The written request should be duly signed by the individual to whom the data belongs, further affirming its legitimacy.
Once we have received your request and verified your identity, we will act promptly to delete the specified data from our systems. Please note, however, that we might retain certain data for record-keeping purposes, to complete transactions, or to comply with our legal obligations, as specified under applicable regulations.
