GDPR and Protection of Personal Data
By browsing, reading, and using the functions of this website—in short, by using it—website visitors are presumed to agree with the terms expressed in the privacy settings.
The personal data processor of the website www.keelevarav.ee within the meaning of the law is Keelevärav OÜ (registry code 14938655, address Sõpruse pst 2, Tartu, Estonia, email info@keelevarav.ee). We process your personal data responsibly and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable legislation.
1. When We Collect Personal Data
We collect personal data from the following sources:
- Directly from you: when you register for courses, create a user account on our website, take a language test, fill out an inquiry form, or contact us by email or phone.
- Automatically when visiting the website: through cookies and similar technologies that collect technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, website usage statistics).
2. Why We Collect Personal Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes and legal bases:
- 2.1 For the performance of a contract and provision of services: for forming study groups, planning private lessons, organizing studies, and conducting courses.
- 2.2 For the fulfillment of legal obligations: for accounting (invoicing and payment management) and for fulfilling reporting obligations related to national continuing education activity licenses.
- 2.3 On the basis of consent: for sending newsletters and announcements, and for remembering website cookie settings.
- 2.4 On the basis of legitimate interest: for managing customer relations and improving service quality.
3. How We Collect and Process Personal Data
- Security: Data is collected via secure HTTPS connections and stored securely on protected servers. Access is restricted solely to authorized or trusted personnel of Keelevärav OÜ for the purpose of maintaining and creating website content and functionality.
- Data sharing: We transfer personal data to third parties only to the extent necessary for providing the service and in cases prescribed by law. We do not sell or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.
- Retention: We retain data for as long as necessary to provide the service, to fulfill legal obligations, or until you request the erasure of the data.
4. User Rights
You have the right at any time to request access to your personal data, and to request the rectification, completion, or erasure of your data (“the right to be forgotten”). You can also change or withdraw your consent regarding non-essential cookies in the panel below. For inquiries, please write to info@keelevarav.ee.