PRivacy POLICY

This Cookie Policy is issued by Sky Nations (hereinafter referred to as "Sky Nations", "we", "us", or "our"), the owner and operator of the website www.sky-nations.com (the "Website"). At Sky Nations, we are committed to providing the highest quality services while protecting your privacy and maintaining your trust. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our Website.   Website Privacy and Cookie Policy 1.1. Websites Covered This Privacy and Cookie Policy applies to the following website:

• www.sky-nations.com

This Policy governs the collection, processing, storage, and use of personal data obtained through our Website and the digital services provided by Sky Nations.   1.2. Information We Collect When using our Website or contacting Sky Nations, we may ask you to provide certain personal information, including but not limited to:

• Your name;
• Your company or organization (where applicable);
• Your email address;
• Your telephone number;
• Your postal address;
• Any other information you voluntarily provide through our contact forms or communications.

We may collect this information when you:

• Contact us to request information about our products or services;
• Complete a contact form or request a quotation;
• Subscribe to newsletters or other communications;
• Register for events, webinars, demonstrations, or other activities organized by Sky Nations;
• Apply for employment opportunities;
• Use any other services available through our Website.

Depending on the nature of your request, we may also collect additional information such as:

• Your business sector;
• Company size;
• Billing information;
• Preferences regarding our products and services;
• Any information you voluntarily provide during your interactions with us.

We may also collect information regarding your interests and preferences based on your interactions with our Website and services in order to improve your overall user experience. Our primary objective is to provide you with a faster, more efficient, and personalized browsing experience. For example, cookies may remember your language preferences, keep you signed into your account, or store certain settings to improve future visits. Cookies also help us better understand how visitors use our Website so that we can continuously improve its functionality, content, and performance.   1.3. How We Use Your Information We use the personal information you provide to deliver the services you request and to improve your experience with Sky Nations. Where permitted by applicable law and where we have an existing business relationship with you, we may use your information to keep you informed about:

• Sky Nations newsletters;
• Company news and publications;
• Product and service updates;
• Events, webinars, and training sessions;
• Marketing communications that may be relevant to your interests.

You may update your communication preferences or withdraw your consent at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our communications or by contacting us directly. Whenever we intend to process your personal data for purposes other than those described in this Policy, we will request your explicit consent where required under applicable data protection legislation. If you submit a résumé (CV) or job application through our Website, Sky Nations will process your personal data solely for recruitment purposes. We may contact you by email or telephone regarding your application and will retain your information only for as long as necessary to complete the recruitment process or as required by applicable law.   Cookie Management Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit our Website. They are stored by your web browser and sent back to our servers during subsequent visits. Without cookies, many modern websites would not function properly. We use cookies to support essential Website functions, such as maintaining your browsing session and remembering your preferences. Cookies also enable us to:

• Recognize returning visitors;
• Remember your preferred language and regional settings;
• Improve Website functionality and usability;
• Understand how visitors interact with our Website;
• Compile anonymous statistical information about Website traffic and performance;
• Continuously improve our digital services.

Certain cookies require your prior consent before they can be placed on your device. We obtain this consent through the cookie banner displayed when you first visit our Website. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies by default. However, you may choose to delete existing cookies or prevent new cookies from being installed through your browser settings. Instructions for managing cookies can be found in your browser's Help section. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website and limit access to some features.   Cookies Used on Our Website The following categories of cookies may be used on the Sky Nations Website:

Cookie Category	Purpose	Examples
Session & Security (Essential)	Authenticate users, maintain secure sessions, and ensure core Website functionality. These cookies are strictly necessary for the Website to operate correctly.	Session cookies
Preferences (Essential)	Remember your language, region, and other display preferences to improve your browsing experience.	Language preference cookies
Interaction History (Optional)	Collect information about pages visited and user interactions to enhance Website performance and user experience.	UTM parameters, analytics session cookies
Advertising & Marketing (Optional)	Deliver more relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. Third-party providers may also set cookies for these purposes.	Google Ads cookies
Analytics (Optional)	Help us understand how visitors use our Website through analytical tools such as Google Analytics, enabling us to improve performance and usability.	Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat)

You may configure your browser to notify you whenever a cookie is sent or to block cookies entirely. Since browser settings vary, please refer to your browser's documentation for detailed instructions. Please note that Sky Nations does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals, as there is no universally accepted industry standard governing their implementation.   1.4. Third-Party Websites Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Sky Nations. This Privacy and Cookie Policy applies solely to www.sky-nations.com. If you access third-party websites through links available on our Website, those websites operate under their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information, as Sky Nations is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.   1.5. Website Navigation Information When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain technical and navigation-related information to help us administer and improve our services. This information may be used to:

• administer and maintain the Website;
• monitor Website performance and security;
• analyze user behavior and browsing trends;
• understand how visitors interact with our content;
• improve the functionality and usability of our Website;
• personalize user experiences where appropriate;
• measure the effectiveness of our marketing activities;
• compile aggregated statistical and demographic information about our users.

Where required by applicable law, such processing is carried out only after obtaining your consent.   1.6. Cookies 1.6.1. What is a Cookie? A cookie is a small text file placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are stored by your web browser and contain a unique identifier that enables the website to recognize your device during future visits. Cookies identify your browser—not you personally. They do not provide us with direct access to your device or any files stored on it. Cookies may be:

• First-party cookies, which are placed directly by Sky Nations through our Website; or
• Third-party cookies, which are placed by trusted service providers whose services are integrated into our Website.

Cookie Duration Cookies may remain on your device for different periods of time.

• Session cookies are automatically deleted once you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies remain stored on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

Unless a shorter retention period is required, persistent cookies are generally stored for no longer than 13 months, in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.   1.6.2. Why Do We Use Cookies? Sky Nations uses both first-party and third-party cookies for several purposes. Some cookies are strictly necessary for the Website to function properly. These are referred to as Essential Cookies. Other cookies help us:

• improve Website functionality;
• remember your preferences;
• better understand how visitors use our Website;
• personalize content and user experiences;
• measure Website performance;
• improve our products and services;
• evaluate the effectiveness of our communications and marketing activities.

Certain trusted third-party providers may also place cookies on our Website for analytics, marketing, advertising, security, or performance measurement purposes. These cookies are only activated where legally required after obtaining your consent.   1.6.3. Types of Cookies We Use Essential Cookies Essential cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the Website. They enable you to:

• navigate the Website securely;
• access protected areas;
• complete online forms;
• authenticate your identity;
• maintain secure sessions;
• access requested services.

Because these cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website, they do not require your consent under applicable legislation.

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Preference Cookies Preference cookies remember choices you make while using the Website, such as:

• preferred language;
• regional settings;
• display preferences;
• other personalization options.

These cookies help provide a more consistent and personalized browsing experience.

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Analytics Cookies Analytics cookies allow us to understand how visitors use our Website. They help us identify:

• the most frequently visited pages;
• visitor navigation paths;
• technical issues;
• Website performance;
• overall user experience.

The information collected is generally aggregated and anonymized whenever possible.

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Advertising and Marketing Cookies Advertising cookies help deliver content and advertisements that are more relevant to your interests. They may be used to:

• measure advertising effectiveness;
• avoid repeatedly displaying identical advertisements;
• personalize advertising content;
• evaluate marketing campaigns;
• improve communications with prospective customers.

These cookies may be placed by Sky Nations or by carefully selected advertising partners.

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Social Media Cookies Our Website may include content or sharing features provided by social media platforms. These third-party cookies enable users to:

• share Website content;
• interact with embedded social media features;
• receive personalized content on social media platforms.

These cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of the relevant social media providers.

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Analytics and Third-Party Technologies To improve our Website and services, Sky Nations may use trusted third-party technologies, including, where applicable:

• Google Analytics;
• Google Tag Manager;
• Google Ads;
• Microsoft Clarity;
• Hotjar;
• Mailchimp;
• HubSpot;
• ActiveCampaign;
• Typeform;
• Gravity Forms;
• or other equivalent analytics and marketing platforms.

These tools may collect information such as:

• IP address (where permitted);
• browser type;
• operating system;
• device identifiers;
• pages visited;
• session duration;
• referral source;
• interactions with our Website.

The information collected helps us continuously improve our services, analyze Website performance, and provide content that better meets users' interests. Any optional cookies used by these technologies are activated only after obtaining your consent through our Cookie Banner.

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Third-Party Cookies Some third-party service providers may process certain information collected through cookies on our behalf. Such providers act either as independent data controllers or data processors, depending on the nature of the service they provide. Where applicable, these providers process personal data in accordance with their own Privacy Policies and applicable data protection legislation. Whenever required by law, we ensure that appropriate contractual safeguards are in place before sharing personal data with these providers.   1.6.4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Most web browsers allow you to:

• accept or reject cookies;
• delete previously stored cookies;
• receive notifications before cookies are stored;
• block cookies from specific websites;
• delete all cookies when closing your browser.

Instructions for managing cookies are available in your browser's Help section, including for:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Microsoft Edge
• Safari
• Opera

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Website and limit your access to some features or services. For additional information about managing cookies, you may visit: https://www.allaboutcookies.org Sky Nations reserves the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time. Any updates will become effective immediately upon publication on this Website.   1.7. Web Beacons In addition to cookies, Sky Nations may use other technologies such as web beacons, tracking pixels, or clear GIFs. These technologies are small graphic elements embedded in webpages or emails that enable us to:

• monitor Website traffic;
• understand visitor behavior;
• measure the effectiveness of email communications;
• evaluate advertising campaigns;
• improve Website performance.

Many of these technologies rely on cookies to function correctly. Consequently, disabling cookies may reduce the effectiveness of certain Website features or analytical tools.   Technical Cookies Technical cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Website. They enable visitors to:

• browse the Website securely;
• access essential Website functionalities;
• complete online forms;
• authenticate their identity;
• maintain secure sessions;
• protect user accounts and Website security.

Because these cookies are essential to providing the Website and requested services, your consent is not required for their use under applicable data protection legislation.   Functional Cookies Functional cookies help improve the operation and usability of our Website, allowing us to provide a more personalized and seamless browsing experience. These cookies enable us to:

• remember your preferences, such as language, region, or display settings;
• retain choices made during previous visits;
• facilitate the completion of online forms;
• compile anonymous usage statistics;
• improve Website functionality and user experience.

Where these cookies are strictly necessary to provide the functionality requested by the user, they may be used without prior consent in accordance with applicable legislation. Otherwise, your consent will be obtained before they are activated.   Advertising Cookies Advertising cookies collect information about your browsing activities to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to your interests. These cookies may be used to:

• personalize advertising content;
• measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns;
• understand actions taken after clicking advertisements;
• limit the number of times the same advertisement is displayed;
• provide location-based content and offers, where applicable.

Advertising cookies may also enable us and our trusted partners to deliver personalized marketing communications based on your interactions with our Website and other online services. The information collected through these cookies generally identifies your device rather than you personally. These cookies are only placed on your device with your prior consent, which you may withdraw at any time through our Cookie Preferences Center.   Analytics and Performance Cookies Analytics and performance cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website. They allow us to:

• measure Website traffic;
• identify the most frequently visited pages;
• monitor Website performance;
• detect navigation issues;
• improve Website usability and accessibility;
• optimize the overall user experience.

Whenever possible, the information collected through these cookies is aggregated or anonymized. Because these cookies are not strictly necessary for the operation of the Website, they are activated only after obtaining your consent.   Social Media Cookies Our Website may include social media features, such as sharing buttons or embedded content from third-party platforms. When you use these features, third-party cookies may be placed on your device. If you are logged into the relevant social media platform, information about your interaction with our Website may be associated with your social media profile. The collection and processing of this information are governed by the privacy policies of the respective social media providers. These cookies require your prior consent.   Third-Party Cookies Some cookies used on our Website are placed by trusted third-party service providers whose services are integrated into our Website. Sky Nations does not control the operation of these cookies or the processing activities carried out by these third parties. For more information about how these providers process your personal data, please consult their respective Privacy and Cookie Policies.   Your Rights Regarding Personal Data Processed Through Cookies Where cookies involve the processing of personal data, such processing is subject to applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• access your personal data;
• request correction of inaccurate information;
• request deletion of your personal data;
• object to certain processing activities;
• restrict the processing of your data;
• withdraw your consent at any time;
• request data portability where applicable;
• lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

For more information about how Sky Nations processes personal data and how you may exercise your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy, available on www.sky-nations.com.   2. Privacy Policy for Sky Nations Services 2.1. Stay Informed Sky Nations Services are designed to keep you informed about relevant industry insights, updates, events, and developments within your areas of interest, particularly in relation to our core activities such as audit services, consulting, training programs, and business advisory solutions. Our Services also aim to help you develop, validate, and strengthen your professional knowledge, competencies, and expertise through structured learning and expert-led training programs.   2.2. Stay Connected Sky Nations Services help you connect with new business opportunities, partners, clients, and stakeholders within our professional ecosystem. Through our audit, consulting, and training activities, we facilitate meaningful interactions between companies, experts, and institutions, enabling collaboration, growth, and strategic development.   2.3. Be Heard Sky Nations is committed to supporting organizations in expressing their needs, challenges, and strategic priorities. Through our services, we aim to contribute to better decision-making by providing insights, analysis, and advisory support to companies, institutions, and partners in their respective industries.   2.4. Information Collected in the Context of Our Services In the course of delivering our Services, Sky Nations may collect and process various types of information, including: a) Data You Provide or We Infer from Your Activity We process the information you directly provide to us, for example when you:

• request information about our audit, consulting, or training services;
• register for a training program, webinar, or event;
• contact our team via online forms or communication channels;
• subscribe to our Services or newsletters.

We may also infer certain information based on your interaction with our Services, such as:

• your usage history of our Website and Services;
• questions or requests submitted to our team;
• topics, interests, or professional preferences derived from your interactions.

This information is processed in order to:

• provide you with relevant content and recommendations;
• personalize your experience across our Services;
• improve the quality and relevance of our communications.

We only request personal data that is strictly necessary for the provision of our Services. We do not require the collection of sensitive personal data for these purposes. Where applicable, the quality of the data we collect helps us better understand your needs and provide more relevant and effective services. If third-party partners provide us with data relating to their employees or representatives in the context of service delivery, such data will only be processed to the extent necessary for the execution of the relevant Services, in accordance with this Privacy Policy.   b) Data from Other Users or External Sources In order to fulfill our mission of supporting businesses through audit, advisory, and training services, Sky Nations may process business-related data obtained from publicly available sources or trusted databases. This may include information relating to companies, directors, and business representatives available in public registers or official databases. Sky Nations does not modify, enrich, or independently validate such publicly available data and shall not be held responsible for the accuracy of external data sources. If you have any questions about Our Company’s privacy policy, the data we hold on you, or you would like to exercise one of your data protection rights, please do not hesitate to contact us. Email us at: contact@sky-nations.com

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Personal data provided to Sky Nations for a specific engagement will be used exclusively for the purpose of fulfilling that engagement and will not be reused for unrelated Services. Sky Nations may also share personal data with third parties where necessary for the organization of joint events, training sessions, or collaborative services. In such cases, data will be processed solely for the execution of the specific purpose and will not be reused for unrelated activities. We may also receive personal data from an employer or organization regarding employees or representatives who are registered for a Sky Nations Service. In such cases, the employer is responsible for ensuring that the necessary consent has been obtained from the individuals concerned.   2.5. Use of Your Data in the Context of Our Services Sky Nations is committed to delivering high-quality audit, consulting, and training services while continuously improving its offerings. To achieve this, we may use the information available to us for the following purposes:

• compiling aggregated statistics on the use and performance of our Services;
• analyzing user behavior to improve our audit, consulting, and training offerings;
• sending service-related communications, including updates, reports, and security notifications;
• conducting research and development to enhance our Services;
• detecting and preventing fraud, misuse, or unauthorized access to our Services;
• complying with legal obligations or legitimate business interests;
• managing billing, invoicing, and service delivery processes;
• communicating with clients regarding services that may be relevant to their needs.

Where appropriate, Sky Nations may contact you by email or telephone regarding services that may be of interest to you. Such communications are based on our legitimate interest in maintaining an ongoing professional relationship, while ensuring respect for your rights and preferences. Sky Nations does not intentionally process sensitive personal data such as data relating to minors, health, ethnicity, religious beliefs, or political opinions. If such data is ever collected indirectly in the context of surveys or anonymized statistical studies, it will be processed solely in aggregated and non-identifiable form.   Sky Nations is therefore not able to provide such data to individuals upon request, as it does not maintain identifiable records of such information.   How to contact the appropriate authority Should you wish to report a complaint or if you feel that Our Company has not addressed your concern in a satisfactory manner, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office. Email: idpc.info@idpc.org.mt Address: Floor 2, Airways House, Triq Il-Kbira, Tas-Sliema SLM 1549