Inquiries
If you send an email or message through the website, your name, email address and message content may be processed so that we can respond to your inquiry.
Privacy
Privacy Policy
This page briefly explains how personal data that may be submitted through the Ungt vísindafólk website is handled.
Clear handling of information.
The aim is to collect only the information needed to respond to inquiries and manage participation in the project.
Controller
Ungt vísindafólk is a University of Iceland project.
The University of Iceland is the controller for the processing of personal data connected to the website and the project, unless otherwise stated. The University of Iceland’s general data protection policy applies to the processing of personal data by the University.
What information may be submitted?
Information is mainly submitted when people contact us.
Future registration
When registration for the competition opens, information may be requested about participants, schools, projects, teachers or mentors.
Website analytics
The website may use analytics to understand how the site is used and to improve access to information.
Purpose
Information is used to answer inquiries and manage the project.
Personal data submitted through the website is generally used to respond to inquiries, provide information about Ungt vísindafólk, prepare participation, manage communication and improve information for students, teachers and schools.
Data minimisation
Sensitive or unnecessary information should not be requested in general inquiries. If specific information is needed for registration, this will be explained separately.
Sharing and retention
Information is retained only as long as needed.
Retention
Information is retained only as long as necessary for the purpose of processing, for example to respond to an inquiry, manage participation or fulfil the obligations of the University of Iceland.
Sharing
Information is not shared with unrelated parties. If sharing becomes necessary for participation, administration or legal obligations, it will be limited to what is necessary.
Security
Appropriate security of personal data is sought, and access is limited to those who need the information.
Individual rights
Individuals may have rights to information about processing, access to their own data, correction, deletion or restriction of processing under applicable law and University of Iceland policy.
Cookies and analytics
The website may use analytics tools.
Website analytics can help understand which information is useful to visitors and how the website can be improved. Further information about University of Iceland website analytics and cookies can be found on the University website.
Contact
Questions about privacy.
For general questions about Ungt vísindafólk, contact the project organisers. For formal privacy inquiries, please refer to the University of Iceland data protection policy and Data Protection Officer.
Project email
ungvis [at] hi.is
Last updated:
24 May 2026.