PRIVACY POLICY AND LEGAL NOTICE

This Privacy Policy and Legal Notice aims to inform users and clients visiting our website about the processing of their personal data and the conditions of use of this website, in compliance with Organic Law 3/2018 of 5 December on the Protection of Personal Data and Guarantee of Digital Rights (“LOPD”), as well as Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free m…
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1. DATA CONTROLLER

Holder: ADVPATHS GLOBAL S.L.
Trading name: ADVPATHS
C.I.F.: B-22818462
Registered address: C/ Jimenez Aranda, no. 6, Block A, Ground Floor C, 41018 Sevilla, Spain
Website: www.advpaths.com
Email: support@advpaths.com
Official social networks: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
Registration details: Commercial Registry of Seville, Section 8, Sheet SE-150589, IRUS 1000456618879

WHO WE ARE? 
ADVPATHS is the controller of the personal data you provide through this website. We have adopted a series of technical and security measures to ensure that your information reaches us securely and encrypted, without unauthorised third parties being able to access it.

WHAT DO WE USE YOUR DATA FOR?
To manage the contracting of services offered through our website, respond to your queries, and maintain an open communication channel to send you relevant information, provided that you consent to it.

WHY DO WE USE YOUR DATA?
We are legitimised under current legislation to process your personal data for several reasons. The main reason is that processing is necessary to execute the general terms and conditions of the contract you enter into with us. We are also legitimised where you have given your express consent for such processing.

WHO DO WE SHARE YOUR DATA WITH?
We will only share your data with the parties you authorise at the time of contracting our services and exclusively for the contracted purpose, ensuring that such data are handled securely.

YOUR RIGHTS
You have the right to access, rectify, object to, or erase your personal data, as well as to limit how we process them or request data portability, where applicable.

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2. ORIGIN, RECIPIENTS AND EXCLUSION OF PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING

The personal data processed by ADVPATHS GLOBAL S.L. (“ADVPATHS”) are presumed to have been provided by the User and/or Client (the “User”) through the enabled means. The User is solely responsible for the accuracy and currency of their data.

Recipients include professionals and staff employed by ADVPATHS, service providers assisting or supporting us, and competent national authorities or administrations in cases provided by law.

ADVPATHS expressly excludes the processing of personal data belonging to minors, except where expressly authorised by parents or legal guardians. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

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3. PURPOSE OF PROCESSING

In accordance with applicable law, personal data and information provided through any electronic form available on www.advpaths.com (the “Portal”) will be incorporated into a personal data file owned by ADVPATHS.

The purpose of processing is to respond to your request. Questions marked as mandatory must be completed; otherwise, ADVPATHS reserves the right not to process incomplete requests.

Specifically, data processing is carried out for:
– Handling queries, claims, requests, and the exercise of rights by website visitors. 
– Managing service contracts through the website upon user registration. 
– Preventing cyberattacks: monitoring and controlling website use to prevent and detect fraudulent use, unauthorised access, alteration, or loss of information that could give rise to civil, criminal, and/or administrative liabilities. 
– Managing cookies: for statistical and operational purposes to ensure proper website functionality and visualisation.

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4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

The legal bases for processing are: 
– The User has voluntarily provided their personal data to ADVPATHS. 
– The contractual relationship between the parties. 
– Legal obligations applicable to ADVPATHS.

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5. DATA RETENTION PERIOD

ADVPATHS will retain data for as long as necessary to fulfil the user’s request. However, certain data must be retained for legal reasons according to the applicable legislation: 

| Period | Purpose | Legal Reference |
| 3 years | Labour law infringements | Art. 4.1 RDL 5/2000 |
| 4 years | Social Security infringements | Art. 4.2 RDL 5/2000 |
| 4 years | Tax: settle or demand payment of tax debts | Art. 66 Law 58/2003 |
| 5 years | Occupational risk prevention offences | Art. 4.3 RDL 5/2000 |
| 6 years | Accounting and commercial | Art. 30 Commercial Code |
| 10 years | Tax: verification of compensations or deductions | Art. 66 bis Law 58/2003 |
| 10 years | Crimes against the Treasury and Social Security | Art. 131 LO 10/1995 |

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6. DATA DISCLOSURE TO THIRD PARTIES

Data may be disclosed only: 
– For internal administrative purposes and/or for the aforementioned purposes. 
– To send commercial communications about services offered, where the User has consented. 
– To public administrations and authorities as required by law.

Any other transfer will be duly communicated, identifying the recipients and purpose.

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7. SOURCE OF DATA AND USER CONSENT

User data originate from the forms provided on the Portal. Upon submission, and after accepting the consent checkbox, data are transmitted to ADVPATHS following encryption and security protocols.

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8. USER RIGHTS

Users may exercise the rights of access, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, portability, and objection, as well as the right not to be subject to automated decisions. Exercise of these rights is free of charge. 

ADVPATHS will respond within one month (extendable by two months if necessary). If requests are unfounded or excessive, ADVPATHS may charge a reasonable administrative fee or refuse to act.

Requests may be submitted electronically or by post. If ADVPATHS does not act on your request, it will inform you within one month, explaining the reasons and your right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Users may act directly or through legal or voluntary representation.

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9. EXERCISING USER RIGHTS

Users may exercise their rights by written communication to ADVPATHS at C/ Jimenez Aranda, no. 6, Block A, Ground Floor C, 41018 Sevilla, or by email to support@advpaths.com, including their full name, a copy of their ID, and the right(s) they wish to exercise.

For more information: https://www.aepd.es/reglamento/derechos/index.html 
If users believe their rights have been violated, they may lodge a complaint with the **Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD)**, C/ Jorge Juan, 6, 28001 Madrid, or via www.agpd.es.

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                                               LEGAL NOTICE

10. SECURITY MEASURES 
ADVPATHS has adopted security measures appropriate to the nature of the processed data. However, internet security is not infallible, and malicious third-party actions may occur. ADVPATHS employs all reasonable means to prevent such actions.

11. LEGAL INFORMATION AND TERMS OF USE 
These provisions govern access and use of the www.advpaths.com portal (the “Portal”), owned by ADVPATHS. Access is free except for connection costs charged by your internet provider. Certain services are exclusive to registered Users.

Use of the Portal constitutes acceptance of this Legal Notice. Users should read it carefully each time they use the Portal, as conditions may change.

12. INTELLECTUAL AND INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY 
All content on the Portal (text, images, graphics, software, code, etc.) is the intellectual property of ADVPATHS or third parties. No rights of exploitation are transferred except those strictly necessary for Portal use. Marks, trade names, and other distinctive signs remain the property of their respective owners.

13. TERMS OF USE OF THE PORTAL 
Users agree to use the Portal lawfully and not to harm the interests or systems of ADVPATHS or third parties. Misuse, copying, or extraction of substantial parts of content is prohibited. Users must provide truthful information in any forms submitted.

14. EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY 
Only the information provided on www.advpaths.com is official. Social media content is for information only and not binding. ADVPATHS is not liable for damages resulting from reliance on unofficial information or for viruses, service interruptions, or linked third-party content.

15. REPORTING UNLAWFUL OR INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT 
Users aware of any illegal or inappropriate linked sites may notify ADVPATHS at support@advpaths.com, providing identifying details and description of the issue.

16. MISUSE 
Users must not intentionally introduce viruses, attempt unauthorised access, or launch denial-of-service attacks. Any such activity may be reported to the competent authorities.

17. UPDATES 
ADVPATHS reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy, Legal Notice, and Cookies Policy at any time to reflect legislative changes. Significant updates will be communicated appropriately to users.

18. FORCE MAJEURE AND TECHNICAL FAILURES 
ADVPATHS strives to maintain continuous website availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. It shall not be liable for damages arising from failures beyond its reasonable control (“Force Majeure”), including strikes, natural disasters, or telecommunications failures.

19. APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION 
Spanish law shall govern this Privacy Policy and Legal Notice. Any disputes shall be submitted to the Courts and Tribunals of Seville, unless otherwise required by law.