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Accessibility notice

ACA-Europe is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Act of 19 July 2018 on the accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public authorities.

This accessibility statement applies to the website: www.aca-europe.eu

Compliance status

This website partially complies with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as not all of the requirements listed below have yet been met.

Non-accessible content

Although ACA-Europe makes every effort to make the site accessible to everyone , the following elements may still cause problems:

  • PDF documents: Some older PDF documents and publications may not be fully accessible to screen readers.
  • A number of external sources are displayed on the website via an iframe. These are not accessible:

    o https://www.aca-europe.eu/eng/jurisprudence/jurisprudence2_en.lasso

    o https://www.aca-europe.eu/wwjurifast26_web/UK/

    o https://www.aca-europe.eu/eng/eurtour/eurtour_en2.lasso

    o https://www.aca-europe.eu/forum/

  • You may sometimes encounter empty links

  • The browsing tool on Reflets shows multiple errors

  • The Glossary of legal terms contains a number of errors (including contrast)

  • Unclear links are sometimes used, such as “Read more”.

  • External links do not have an indication (icon).

  • Links to PDF files do not have an indication (PDF)

  • Sometimes two identical links appear next to each other. (Redunted link)

  • Aligned text is sometimes used.

  • Language switch: the title text is the same as the text.

  • Sometimes heading levels are skipped.

  • Layout tables are sometimes used.

  • Sometimes text is underlined, even if it is not a link.

ACA-Europe is working on a structural solution to resolve these issues.

Preparation of this statement

This statement was drawn up on 27 April 2026. The conformity assessment is based on:

  • An audit by Webdesign Stekkedoos.
  • The last revision took place on 27/04/2026.

Feedback and contact details

Are you experiencing problems and would you like help finding information or carrying out an action? Do you have a question or comment regarding the accessibility of this website? You can contact us via:

  • Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Telephone: +32 2 234 97 44
  • Postal address: Rue de la Science 33, B-1040 Bruxelles, Belgium

Improvement plan

ACA-Europe aims to improve accessibility with every update to the website. In the near future, we will focus specifically on making new publications accessible and optimising the technical interface for users of assistive technologies.

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Privacy Policy

Last modified on 27/04/2026

Data Controller

ACA-Europe is responsible for the processing of personal data on aca-europe.eu. Users can contact ACA-Europe by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Data Collected

The types of data collected by this application or by third parties include: cookies, usage data, first name, last name, email address, language, user organization, user role, and distribution group.
ACA-Europe processes users' personal data exclusively within the scope of its missions in accordance with the Royal Decree of ACA-Europe and undertakes to comply with all applicable privacy laws in the performance of all its missions, as defined in the ACA-Europe statutes.

ACA-Europe is responsible for the personal data of third parties that is obtained, published, or shared by this application.

Data Processing Method

Legal Basis for Processing

ACA-Europe is authorized to process the User's personal data if:

  • The User has given their consent for one or more specific purposes;
  • The processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation to which ACA-Europe is subject.

ACA-Europe is always willing to clarify the specific legal basis applicable to the processing.

Retention Period

Personal data collected for purposes related to the performance of a contract between ACA-Europe and the User is retained until that contract has been fully performed.

Purpose of Processing

Personal data is collected for the following purposes:

  • Inviting you to meetings;
  • Disseminating information via newsletters;
  • Contacting you.

By completing the contact form with their data, the User authorizes this application to use this data to send them information.

Rights

In carrying out its assigned tasks and missions, ACA-Europe is required to comply with the law. Within the limits of this legislation, the user has the right:

  • to access their data;
  • to request the deletion or modification of their data.

To this end, the user is invited to contact ACA-Europe: (email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

System Logs, Maintenance, and Cookies

When visiting the website, ACA-Europe records information about the pages viewed, the user's IP address, and browser type in log files. This information is recorded exclusively for the purpose of statistical analysis of the number of visitors and web traffic, in order to better tailor the information and services offered to the user's needs and to monitor the proper functioning, speed, and integrity of the website.
The website uses cookies. These are small information files that are automatically saved on the user's computer hard drive. This information helps to speed up and make browsing more efficient during a subsequent visit to the website. If cookies are disabled in your browser, ACA-Europe cannot guarantee the proper functioning of its website.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

ACA-Europe reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy, provided that users are notified.

Definitions and Legal Framework

Personal Data (or Data)

  • Personal data is requested and processed only for the purpose of providing the user with the requested information or fulfilling the service requested by the user.
  • The processing of personal data is limited to fulfilling the legal objectives entrusted to ACA-Europe.
  • Personal data may be disclosed to authorized third parties for this purpose under national and European legislation, and only to the extent necessary to provide the service requested by the user.
  • Users always have access to their personal data and can verify its accuracy.
  • Users have the right to have any inaccuracies in their personal data corrected. For this purpose, you can contact ACA-Europe (email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

ACA-Europe takes the best possible security measures to prevent any misuse of personal data by third parties.

Further information:

You can obtain more information on privacy protection from the Data Protection Authority (www.gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit.be).

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ACA-Europe

Rue de la Science, 33
B-1040 Bruxelles
Tel.: +32 2 234 97 44
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Legal entity: inpa
Enterprise number: 0473.647.535

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