PRIVACY

Friends of Chigiana Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Data Controller

Friends of Chigiana Inc.
Email: info@friendsofchigiana.org
Website: www.friendsofchigiana.org

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and postal address when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
• Communication Data: Information you provide when communicating with us, such as through email or contact forms.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect your data through:

• Direct Interactions: When you subscribe to our newsletter, complete a contact form, or communicate with us.
• Automated Technologies: Using cookies, server logs, and analytics tools to collect Technical Data about your browsing activities.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To Communicate with You: Respond to your inquiries, provide updates, or send newsletters (only if you have subscribed).
• To Improve Our Website: Analyze data to understand how our website is used and enhance its functionality.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and requests from authorities.

5. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter or provide information voluntarily.
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our website, respond to your inquiries, and promote our activities.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

6. How We Share Your Data

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties, except:

• Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party providers for website hosting, analytics, or email marketing, who process data on our behalf.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, to protect our rights, or in response to a valid request by public authorities.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. You can unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data where applicable.
• Objection: Object to processing your data for specific purposes.
• Restriction: Request that we restrict the processing of your data.
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time if the processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@friendsofchigiana.org.

9. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You can choose to accept or reject cookies through your browser settings. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect data from them. If we become aware of data collected from a child without parental consent, we will delete it.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Friends of Chigiana Inc.
Email: info@friendsofchigiana.org
Website: www.friendsofchigiana.org