Privacy Policy
International Drone Defense Association (IDDA)
UIC: 208316162
Registered office address: BULGARIA, Sofia, Triaditsa district, 24A Byala Cherkva
Street, entrance A, floor P.
Email: contact@idda.world
1. General Principles
1.1. International Drone Defense Association (IDDA, "we", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and the Bulgarian Data Protection Act.
1.2. By using the IDDA website (idda.world), participating in our events, or communicating with us, you consent to the use of your personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Categories of Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
Website and platform usage data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, cookies, session logs, referring website, pages viewed, and interaction data.
Personal identification data: name, email address, phone number, organization, role, and login details if you register on our platform.
Professional and membership data: information provided in membership applications, event registrations, or collaboration projects.
Special categories of data (only if explicitly provided): such as dietary preferences during events or accessibility needs. We do not actively collect sensitive data unless it is strictly necessary and provided with your consent.
3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
IDDA processes your data only when a legal basis exists under GDPR, namely:
Performance of a contract: to provide membership services, access to events, or respond to your inquiries.
Legitimate interests: to improve our website, ensure cybersecurity, and develop our network and activities.
Consent: for newsletters, marketing communication, or participation in research.
Legal obligations: when we are required to comply with EU/Bulgarian law.
4. How We Use Your Data
Your personal data may be used to:
Provide access to our services, events, and platforms.
Communicate with you regarding membership, inquiries, or complaints.
Send newsletters, marketing or event invitations (only with consent).
Improve our website and monitor usage statistics.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements.
Collaborate with partners (e.g., NATO, EU agencies, ministries) where relevant.
5. Sharing of Data
We do not sell your data. We may share personal data only with:
Our employees and authorized partners strictly for the purposes listed above.
IT and cloud service providers that securely host or process data on our behalf.
Regulatory authorities, if required by law.
Event organizers and collaborators, but only when necessary and with adequate safeguards.
If we transfer data outside the EU/EEA, we ensure compliance with GDPR by using Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful mechanisms.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
Membership and contractual data are stored for up to 5 years after termination of the relationship.
Marketing and communication data are retained until you withdraw consent.
Technical data (logs, cookies) are retained up to 12 months.
7. Your Rights under GDPR
You have the right to:
Request access to your personal data.
Request correction or deletion ("right to be forgotten").
Restrict or object to processing.
Data portability (receive your data in a machine-readable format).
Withdraw consent at any time (for processing based on consent).
Lodge a complaint with the Bulgarian Commission for Personal Data Protection (CPDP) or another competent EU data protection authority.
8. Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies for functionality, analytics, and marketing purposes. You may configure your browser to block or delete cookies, but some parts of the website may not function properly. We use Google Analytics and similar tools in compliance with GDPR.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
11. Updates to this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The latest version will always be available on idda.world.
Last modified: September 2025.
12. Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your data, please contact:
Privacy and Data Protection Officer
International Drone Defense Association (IDDA)
Email: contact@idda.world
Address: BULGARIA, Sofia, Triaditsa district, 24A Byala Cherkva Street, entrance A, floor P.