Privacy Policy - BUSINESS PRIDE

Effective Date: 1st January 2024

Welcome to Our Empowerment Hub, part of the Erasmus+ Project: Business Pride, funded by the European Union. We are committed to ensuring your personal data is protected and processed lawfully, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and other applicable data protection laws.

1. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for your personal data is BUSINESS PRIDE CONSORTIUM. You can contact us at admin@businesspride.eu.

2. Types of Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data when you interact with our platform:

Name
Email Address
Contact Details
Business Information
Any other information you voluntarily provide through our platform

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: When you opt-in to our services or communications.
Contractual Necessity: To deliver the resources, mentorship, and support services you request.
Legitimate Interest: To improve our platform and services.
Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

Provide access to resources, mentorship, and business development support.
Facilitate networking and collaboration within the LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurship community.
Communicate updates, opportunities, and relevant information.
Ensure platform functionality and improve user experience.

5. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell your data. Your personal data may be shared with:

Erasmus+ Project Partners: For the execution of the Business Pride project.
Mentors and Community Members: To foster business connections and support.
Service Providers: For platform maintenance and secure data management.
Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect legal rights.

Data transfers outside the European Economic Area (EEA) will only occur if adequate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission.

6. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational security measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of your data. These include encryption, access controls, and secure servers.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy, or as required by law. Upon the end of the project or at your request, your data will be securely deleted.

8. Your GDPR Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your data.
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request deletion of your data.
Right to Restrict Processing: Request a temporary halt to processing.
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time.

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA) if you believe your rights have been violated.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our platform may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze performance. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Third-Party Links

Our platform may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies independently.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our platform.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us at:

admin@businesspride.eu

By using our platform, you confirm that you have read and agreed to this Privacy Policy.