Terms of Use & Privacy Policy – GIA
Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how GIA and its affiliates (“GIA,” “we,” “our” or “us”) collect, use, and share your personally identifiable information in connection with your use of our websites (including www.wearegia.eu), services, and applications (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy (the “Privacy Policy”) does not apply to information our customers may process when using our Services. We may collect and receive information when you use the Website and Services. This statement explains why we gather your information, what we use it for, when we might disclose it, and how you can manage it.
We recommend that you read this Privacy Policy in full to ensure you are fully informed. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or GIA’s data collection, use, and disclosure practices, please contact us at sayhello@wearegia.eu.
1. Information we collect
1.1 Information you provide
a. Client Registration.
Information you provide when registering for an Account. We may ask for your contact details including name, company name, address, email address, phone number, and job application information.
b. Payment Information.
Financial account details added to your Account are handled by our third-party payment processor. We do not store this data, but we may access subscriber information through the processor.
c. Communications.
If you contact us, we may collect your name, email, phone number, message contents, attachments, and any additional information you provide. We may also receive confirmation when you open an email from us.
1.2 Information we collect when you use our services
a. Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies.
We use cookies to understand your preferences and improve the Website. Cookies can collect non-personal data such as browser type, OS, and IP address. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
b. Google Analytics.
We use Google Analytics to analyze usage. It may collect data like IP address, visit time, and referral sources. This data does not personally identify users. Data is stored by Google and subject to Google’s privacy policy.
c. Service Usage.
We collect information on how you interact with our Services (e.g., performance data, memory usage, navigation). This is used to maintain, improve, and secure our Services.
d. Marketing Emails.
You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of any email. You cannot opt out of service-related messages.
2. How we use information
We use the collected information to:
- Operate and maintain our Services
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Understand how Services are used
- Develop new features
- Communicate with you (including for customer service and marketing)
- Process transactions
- Send notifications and alerts
- Comply with legal requirements and enforce our Terms
3. How we share information
We may share your information with:
- Vendors and service providers performing services on our behalf
- Aggregated or de-identified data for analytical purposes
- Business transfers (e.g., mergers, acquisitions)
- Legal authorities, if required to comply with laws or protect our rights
- With your consent
4. Legal basis for processing
Our data processing is typically based on:
- Contractual necessity
- Legitimate interests (e.g., to operate Services, respond to inquiries)
- Your consent
- Legal obligations or protection of vital interests
We will clarify when personal information is required and the consequences of not providing it.
5. Third-party services
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.
6. Security
GIA employs appropriate measures to protect your information. However, internet transmissions can never be completely secure.
7. Data retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for business or legal reasons. When no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.
8. Your GDPR rights
If you are in the EEA, you may:
- Access, correct, or delete your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at sayhello@wearegia.eu. You may also contact your local data protection authority.
9. Children’s privacy
Our Website is for users aged 13 or older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If discovered, such data will be deleted.
10. International data transfers
We may transfer data across borders. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, email us at:
The data controller of your personal information is GIA.