COVID Transition Initiative: Privacy and data policy
Last updated: 29 January 2026
1. Who we are
The Covid Transition Initiative (CTI) is an independent group of medical and scientific experts.
The website is managed by Fourtold on behalf of CTI and hosted on Squarespace.
Contact: secretariat@covid-transition.com
2. What data we collect
We may collect:
Information you submit (e.g., name, email, message)
Technical data automatically from your device (IP address, browser type, usage data, cookies)
3. How we use your data
We use your data to:
Respond to enquiries
Maintain website security and performance
Analyse site usage (only with consent for non‑essential cookies)
4. Legal bases
We process personal data based on:
Legitimate interests (responding to messages, running the site)
Consent (for non‑essential cookies or newsletters, if applicable)
5. Who receives your data
Your data may be processed by:
Squarespace (hosting provider) [squarespace.com]
Fourtold (site management) [fourtold.eu]
Other service providers may process data only as needed and under GDPR‑compliant agreements.
6. International transfers
Because the site is hosted on Squarespace, data may be transferred outside the EU (e.g., to the US).
These transfers rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other approved safeguards.
7. How long we keep data
We keep personal data only as long as necessary, for example:
Contact form data: typically up to 12–24 months
Technical logs: short‑term security retention
8. Your GDPR rights
You may request:
Access, correction, deletion
Restriction or objection to processing
Withdrawal of consent (where applicable)
Data portability
You may also lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.
9. Cookies
The site uses essential cookies and optional analytics cookies (only with your consent).
Use the cookie banner or your browser to manage preferences.
10. Contact
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights:
secretariat@covid-transition.com