Privacy & Cookie policy

Last updated: May 2026

 

Europe Jazz Network (EJN) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This page explains how we collect, use and protect information when you visit www.europejazz.net.

 

1. Who we are

Europe Jazz Network (EJN) is a nonprofit Europe-wide association of festivals, venues and organisations specialising in creative music, contemporary jazz and improvised music.

 

Website: www.europejazz.net
Email: info@europejazz.net
Address:
Europe Jazz Network
9 rue Gabrielle Josserand
93500 Pantin
France

 

EJN acts as the data controller for the processing of personal data through this website.

 

2. What data we collect

We collect limited personal data depending on how you use the website:

 

2.1 Information you provide voluntarily

This may include:

  • your name;
  • your email address;
  • other information included in contact forms or email communications;
  • newsletter subscription details.

 

2.2 Information collected automatically

When you browse the website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address;
  • browser type and version;
  • device information;
  • pages visited;
  • date and duration of visits;
  • interactions with embedded content.

 

3. How we use your data

We use collected data to:

  • respond to enquiries and requests;
  • manage newsletter subscriptions through Mailchimp;
  • improve the website and user experience;
  • analyse website traffic and performance;
  • maintain website security and functionality;
  • present embedded multimedia and interactive content.

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

 

4. Legal basis for processing

Depending on the context, we process personal data based on:

  • your consent;
  • our legitimate interest in operating and improving the website;
  • compliance with legal obligations.

Where consent is required, you may withdraw it at any time.

 

5. Cookies and embedded services

This website uses cookies and third-party services to ensure proper functionality and improve the user experience:

 

5.1 Essential cookies

Some cookies are necessary for the operation and security of the website and cannot be disabled.

 

5.2 Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to collect anonymised statistics about website usage and performance.

 

Analytics cookies are only activated after user consent.

 

Google may process data on servers located outside the European Union. Appropriate safeguards are applied in accordance with GDPR requirements.

 

More information:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

 

5.3 YouTube embeds

Some pages contain embedded videos hosted on YouTube.

 

When interacting with embedded videos, YouTube may collect technical information such as:

  • IP address;
  • browser information;
  • usage data;
  • cookies and tracking data.

Embedded videos may be blocked until consent is provided, depending on your cookie preferences.

 

More information:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

 

5.4 OpenStreetMap

Some pages include interactive maps based on OpenStreetMap and related map tile services.

 

When loading maps, technical requests may be sent to external map servers, including your IP address and browser information.

 

OpenStreetMap is an open-source mapping service that generally uses significantly less tracking than commercial map providers.

 

More information:
https://www.openstreetmap.org/privacy

 

5.5 Mailchimp newsletter services

 

Newsletter subscriptions and related communications may be managed through Mailchimp, a mailing platform operated by Intuit Inc.

 

If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address and related subscription information may be processed by Mailchimp on servers that may be located outside the European Union.

 

Mailchimp applies contractual and technical safeguards designed to comply with applicable data protection regulations.

 

More information:
https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/

 

5.6 reCAPTCHA and spam protection

This website uses Google reCAPTCHA to protect forms and prevent spam or automated abuse.

 

reCAPTCHA analyses certain technical and behavioural information to determine whether interactions on the website are made by human users. This may include:

  • IP address;
  • browser and device information;
  • mouse movements and interaction patterns;
  • cookies and other Google-related data.

The use of reCAPTCHA is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

 

More information:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
https://policies.google.com/terms

 

6. Managing cookies

When visiting the website, you can choose whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

 

You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.

 

Please note that disabling certain cookies or embedded services may affect some website functionalities.

 

7. Data sharing

We may share limited technical data with trusted third-party service providers necessary for operating the website, including:

  • Google (Google Analytics, YouTube and reCAPTCHA);
  • Mailchimp (newsletter management);
  • OpenStreetMap and associated map tile providers;
  • website hosting and technical service providers.

We only share data necessary for the functioning of the services involved.

 

8. Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

 

Analytics data retention periods are managed through Google Analytics settings.

 

Information submitted through contact forms or email communications is retained only for the time necessary to process requests and maintain relevant communication records.

 

9. Your rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

  • access your personal data;
  • request correction or deletion;
  • object to or restrict processing;
  • withdraw consent;
  • request data portability;
  • lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@europejazz.net

 

10. External links

This website may contain links to external websites. EJN is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

 

11. Changes to this policy

This Privacy & Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal, technical or organisational changes.

 

Any updates will be published on this page.