- General information
This Privacy Policy explains how the Performing Arts Research Centre (PARC) of the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre (LMTA) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website www.parc.lt.
We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Lithuanian data protection laws.
Data Controller:
Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre (LMTA)
Performing Arts Research Centre (PARC)
Address: Gedimino pr. 42, LT-01110, Vilnius, Lithuania
Email: rektoratas@lmta.lt
- What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of data:
- Contact form data: your name, email address, phone number, and message content.
- Newsletter subscription data: your name and email address.
- Event registration data: your name, email, organisation, position, and any information you voluntarily provide.
- Publications and project submissions: details provided by you for participation in research or creative initiatives.
- Website usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage statistics via analytics and cookies.
- How We Use Your Data
We use personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries submitted through contact forms.
- To send newsletters and updates (only with your consent).
- To process event registrations and participation.
- To improve website functionality and analyse visitor engagement.
- To comply with legal obligations and institutional reporting requirements.
We will not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.
- Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data on the following legal grounds:
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) – for newsletters, event registration, and cookies.
- Performance of a task carried out in the public interest (Article 6(1)(e) GDPR) – for research, communication, and cultural activities of PARC.
- Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) – to ensure security, functionality, and improvement of our website.
- How Long We Store Your Data
- Contact form submissions: up to 1 year after response.
- Newsletter subscription data: until you withdraw consent.
- Event registration data: up to 2 years after the event (unless longer retention is required by law).
- Analytical and cookie data: as specified in our Cookie Policy.
After the retention period expires, personal data is securely deleted or anonymised.
- Data Sharing and Transfers
We may share your data with:
- LMTA departments and project partners (for event or project organisation).
- Service providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics, mailing services) under data processing agreements.
- Public authorities when required by law.
We do not transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) unless adequate protection measures are in place.
- Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and collect anonymous statistics.
- Necessary cookies – ensure basic site functionality.
- Analytical cookies – help us understand visitor behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Marketing cookies – used only with your consent.
You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
- Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access your data and request a copy.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Lodge a complaint with the State Data Protection Inspectorate (VDAI) in Lithuania.
To exercise your rights, contact us at rektoratas@lmta.lt.
- Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Access to data is limited to authorised LMTA staff and service providers who require it for legitimate purposes.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
All changes will be published on www.parc.lt with an updated “Last updated” date.
- Contact
If you have any questions or requests related to personal data, please contact us:
Performing Arts Research Centre (PARC)
Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre (LMTA)
Gedimino pr. 42, 01110 Vilnius, Lithuania
rektoratas@lmta.lt