Privacy Policy

Effective date: January 15, 2026

Future Cast – Industry 4.0 Skillnet Network (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the https://industry4skillnet.com website (the “Service”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal data when you use our Service, and the choices you have regarding your information. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Unless otherwise defined, terms in this Privacy Policy have the same meaning as in our Terms and Conditions.

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Definitions

• Service: The Industry 4.0 Skillnet Network website.

• Personal Data: Information about a living individual who can be identified from that data, either alone or combined with other information.

• Usage Data: Data collected automatically from the use of the Service (e.g., pages visited, time on site, IP address).

• Cookies: Small files stored on your device to collect information.

• Data Controller: The natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. Industry 4.0 Skillnet is the Data Controller of the personal data we collect.

• Data Processor / Service Provider: Any person or organisation who processes data on behalf of the Data Controller. We may engage third-party service providers to help process data on our behalf.

• Data Subject / User: Any living individual who uses our Service and is the subject of Personal Data.

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Information Collection and Use

We collect different types of information to provide and improve our Service.

Personal Data

We may collect personal information such as:

• Email address

• Name

• Phone number

• Address, city, state/province, ZIP/Postal code

We may use this information to contact you with newsletters, marketing, or updates. You can opt out at any time via links in communications or by contacting us.

Usage Data

We may collect information automatically about your device and use of the Service, including IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time spent, and other diagnostic data.

Tracking & Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve and analyse our Service. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but some Service features may not function without cookies.

Types of Cookies:

• Session Cookies – for basic Service functionality

• Preference Cookies – to remember user settings

• Security Cookies – to protect the Service

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Use of Data

We use data for:

• Providing and maintaining our Service

• Informing you about updates or changes

• Enabling participation in interactive features

• Providing customer support

• Monitoring and analysing usage to improve the Service

• Detecting and preventing technical issues

• Sending news, offers, and information on relevant services (with opt-out options)

• Sharing data with Skillnet Ireland as required for funding and compliance

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Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the EEA, we process personal data because:

• It is necessary to perform a contract with you

• You have given consent

• It is in our legitimate interest, not overridden by your rights

• To comply with legal obligations

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Retention of Data

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

• Provide our Service

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Usage Data may be retained for internal analysis or security purposes.

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Transfer of Data

Data may be transferred to Ireland for processing. We ensure adequate safeguards are in place for cross-border data transfers in line with GDPR.

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Disclosure of Data

We may disclose data:

• To comply with legal obligations or law enforcement requests

• To protect rights, safety, or legal interests of Industry 4.0 Skillnet or others

• To third-party service providers assisting with the Service, under strict confidentiality agreements

• To Skillnet Ireland, as required for funding, reporting, and compliance

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Security of Data

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data. No system is completely secure, but we strive to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

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Your Rights (EEA Residents)

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Data portability

• Complain to a data protection authority

Requests can be made via email Info@industry4skillnet.com or +353 (0)71 931 7480

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Payments

We do not store or process payment information ourselves. Payment details are handled securely by third-party providers adhering to PCI-DSS standards.

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Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

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Behavioral Remarketing

We may use third-party services for advertising based on past visits. Cookies and tracking technologies may be used.

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Links to Other Sites

Our Service may link to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page, with the “Effective Date” updated. You are encouraged to review this Policy regularly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Info@industry4skillnet.com – +353 (0)71 931 7480

Please click to read our GDPR Notice – Data Protection Disclosure