{"id":153,"date":"2026-08-03T10:54:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T02:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aclischool.com\/?page_id=153"},"modified":"2026-08-03T10:54:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T02:24:13","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aclischool.com\/en\/privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"PRIVACY POLICY"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"alignfull wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1672\" height=\"941\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?resize=1672%2C941&#038;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Privacy Policy resources displayed in a modern ACLI Portugal office, featuring a privacy handbook, laptop, notebook, and Portuguese-inspired d\u00e9cor representing secure data protection and student privacy.\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?w=1672&amp;ssl=1 1672w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?resize=18%2C10&amp;ssl=1 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-attachment-id=\"171\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/aclischool.com\/en\/privacy-policy\/privacy-policy\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?fit=1672%2C941&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1672,941\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Privacy Policy | ACLI Portugal\" data-image-description=\"&lt;p&gt;This premium editorial-style feature image represents the Privacy Policy page of ACLI Portugal. A professionally arranged workspace featuring a privacy policy handbook, laptop, notebook, and Portuguese-inspired design elements symbolizes security, trust, transparency, and responsible data management. The warm, welcoming environment reflects ACLI Portugal&amp;#8217;s commitment to safeguarding the personal information of students, families, staff, and website visitors. The image supports the school&amp;#8217;s dedication to privacy, GDPR compliance, secure data processing, confidentiality, and ethical handling of personal information while providing a safe and trusted learning environment.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;ACLI Portugal is committed to protecting your personal information through transparent privacy practices, secure data handling, and responsible information management.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/aclischool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PRIVACY-POLICY.png?fit=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eyebrow:<\/strong> Privacy Policy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Privacy Policy<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your Privacy Matters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>ACLI Portugal (Associa\u00e7\u00e3o Cultural Luso-Indiana)<\/strong>, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency, integrity, and care. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website, enquire about our services, or enrol in one of our Portuguese language programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Information We Collect<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may collect the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Telephone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Postal address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nationality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of birth (where required)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency contact details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Course preferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa or residency information (where applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website usage information through cookies and analytics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How We Use Your Information<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your personal information may be used to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Process course applications and enrolments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to enquiries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide student support services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate important course information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue certificates of completion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve our educational services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send newsletters and promotional information (only with your consent)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet legal and regulatory obligations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legal Basis for Processing<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We process personal information based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performance of a contract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance with legal obligations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legitimate educational and administrative interests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Data Security<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unauthorised access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Theft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Misuse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alteration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disclosure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although we take every reasonable precaution, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cookies<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our website may use cookies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve website performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember user preferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyse visitor behaviour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance user experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Third-Party Services<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We may use trusted third-party providers for services including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Website hosting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student management systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect your data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sharing Your Information<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do <strong>not<\/strong> sell or rent your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Information may only be shared:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When required by Portuguese or European law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With authorised service providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With your explicit consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To protect the rights and safety of ACLI Portugal or others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>International Data Transfers<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where necessary, personal information may be securely transferred outside Portugal or the European Economic Area (EEA) using appropriate legal safeguards in accordance with applicable data protection laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your Rights<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access your personal information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Correct inaccurate information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request deletion of your data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restrict processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Object to processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Withdraw consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request data portability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Data Retention<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deliver educational services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet legal requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolve disputes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain academic records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Children&#8217;s Privacy<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where courses involve minors, personal information is collected only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian where required by law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Changes to This Privacy 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The latest version will always be published on this page with the updated revision date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us.<br>For privacy questions, contact ACLI Portugal at [info@acli.pt] or Rua de Timor, lote 121 RC Esq, Odivelas, Lisbon, Portugal 2620-064.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Eyebrow: Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Your Privacy Matters At ACLI Portugal (Associa\u00e7\u00e3o Cultural Luso-Indiana), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency, integrity, and care. 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