Privacy Policy

Full Details of the Website Owner and Database Controller:

  • Company Name: The Interuniversity Institute for Marine Sciences in Eilat

  • Company ID (C.N.): 500701610

  • Phone Number: +972-8-6360111

  • Email Address: iui@mail.huji.ac.il

  • Website URL: https://iui-eilat.ac.il

  • Physical Mailing Address: P.O. Box 469, Eilat. Zip Code 8810302

Our company is committed to protecting the privacy of the users of its website (the "Site"). This document details how we manage the personal information provided to us or collected during use of the Site, in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Protection Law, 5741-1981, and Amendment 13 to the Law, which entered into force on August 14, 2025.

Note: Use of the Site constitutes consent to this policy, as updated from time to time. If you do not agree to this policy, please refrain from using the Site.

1. General

  • This policy applies to all services, content, and functions offered on the Site.

  • The provision of personal details is not required by law; however, without providing them, certain services or functions on the Site may be inaccessible to you.

  • This policy is drafted in the masculine gender for convenience only and refers equally to all genders.

  • The Company operates transparently and in accordance with legal provisions, and will update this document as necessary.

2. Information We Collect via the Website

  • Information provided voluntarily by the user: Full name, email address, mobile phone number, landline number, and the content of inquiries.

  • Usage information: Details regarding selected services, actions performed, and content viewed.

  • Technical information: IP address, browser type, operating system, approximate location, preferred language, and browsing data.

  • Information collected through technological means: Cookies, pixels, and other analytical tools that allow for performance monitoring, security, and content customization.

3. Information We Do Not Collect

  • Medical, biometric, political, religious, or other sensitive information—unless the user provides it voluntarily and explicitly.

  • Information that is not required for the operation of the Site or the provision of services will not be collected or stored.

4. Collection and Storage Methods

  • Information is collected during active use of the Site, such as filling out forms, registering for services, or making purchases.

  • Information may also be collected automatically through browsing technologies such as Cookies and pixels.

  • Information is stored in secure storage systems, both in Israel and abroad, in accordance with legal requirements.

  • The Company ensures that service providers implement strict information security procedures.

5. Purposes of Information Collection and Use

  • Contacting the inquirer, responding to questions, and improving website content.

  • Responding to inquiries, handling requests, and providing technical support.

  • Sending marketing and promotional information—subject to explicit consent.

  • Internal control, identifying unusual activities, and fraud prevention.

  • Compliance with legal obligations and statutory requirements.

6. Legal Basis for Data Processing

Data processing will be carried out based on one of the legal grounds established by law:

  • Explicit consent of the user.

  • Necessity for the fulfillment of a contractual obligation or the provision of a service.

  • Legal obligation.

  • Legitimate interest of the Company, which does not infringe upon the user's rights.

  • Processing of sensitive information will only be carried out with an appropriate legal basis and in a manner consistent with the provisions of the law.

7. Communication and Direct Mailing

  • The Company may contact the user for updates, operational notices, and service information.

  • The delivery of promotional or marketing material will only occur after receiving explicit consent.

  • Contact may be made via email, SMS, or instant messaging applications.

  • The user is entitled to remove themselves from the mailing list at any time.

8. Transfer of Information to Third Parties

  • Information will be transferred to third parties only for the purpose of operating the Site and providing services.

  • Relevant parties: Hosting providers, mailing systems, and advertising platforms such as Google and Meta.

  • In the event of a structural change (merger, acquisition, or transfer of activity), the information may be transferred to the acquiring corporation subject to this policy.

  • The Company will not sell personal information to third parties for advertising purposes.

9. Use of Cookies and Monitoring Tools

The Site may use essential Cookies only for technical functionality, saving preferred languages, or improving the browsing experience. There is no use of marketing cookies or targeted advertising.

10. Third-Party Advertisements

  • The Company may allow the placement of advertisements managed by external companies.

  • The information collected through these advertisements is subject to the privacy policies of the companies operating them.

11. Data Security

  • The Company implements advanced protective measures to prevent intrusions and unauthorized use of information.

  • Access to information is restricted to authorized employees only.

  • While strict measures are taken, absolute protection cannot be guaranteed. The user is aware of this and agrees.

12. User Rights (Data Subject)

  • The right to review the information stored about them in the Company's databases.

  • The right to demand the correction, update, or deletion of information that is incorrect or no longer necessary.

  • The right to object to the processing of personal information for certain purposes, including direct marketing.

  • Exercising these rights shall be done by contacting the email address: iui@mail.huji.ac.il or the Company address listed at the beginning of this document.

13. Reporting Privacy Violations

  • A user who believes their privacy has been violated may contact us in writing, including the circumstances of the incident.

  • The Company will examine the inquiry and respond within a reasonable time, in accordance with legal requirements.

14. Updates to the Privacy Policy

  • The Company may update the privacy policy from time to time.

  • Substantial updates will be brought to the users' attention clearly (e.g., via a notice on the Site).

  • Continued use of the Site after a policy update shall be considered consent to the updated policy.


Privacy Policy Last Updated: December 2025

This privacy policy document was prepared with the assistance of the WEB-A team, experts in website privacy, website accessibility, and application/advanced system accessibility.

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