Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At lawsussenate2018.com, we are firmly committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our users. We recognize the importance of protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency regarding how your data is collected, used, and stored. This Privacy Policy outlines the principles and practices we observe in managing and protecting your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.
2. Scope of Policy and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected via the website located at lawsussenate2018.com (the “Site”) and related services. The data controller responsible for the personal data collected through this site is Lawsus Senate 2018, who can be contacted via email at [email protected].
By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
3. Categories of Data We Process
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data, depending on your interactions with our website and services:
a. Usage Data
Includes information such as your browser type and version, IP address, time zone setting, operating system, device type, and user sessions. We collect this data to analyze trends, maintain and improve Site functionality, and ensure security.
b. Account Data
Includes your name, email address, phone number, residential or mailing address, and other contact details you provide when you register for an account or use certain features on our website.
c. Profile Data
Includes details about your interests, purchases, browsing behavior, and preferences in relation to content and services provided by lawsussenate2018.com.
d. Communication Data
Includes correspondence sent to or received from you, including emails, contact form submissions, and records of communications related to support requests or inquiries.
e. Technical Data
Comprises information regarding your device settings, browser configurations, plug-ins, internet connection logs, and hardware specifications.
f. Transaction Data
Includes information relating to any donations, payments, or transactions made through the Site, including billing addresses, donation history, delivery preferences, and associated financial details in compliance with PCI-DSS standards.
g. Preference Data
Includes your preferences in receiving marketing from us and our third-party partners, as well as your interest in events, issues, or topics featured through the Site.
4. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data on the following legal bases:
– Consent: When you give us clear, informed permission to process your data for a specific purpose (e.g., subscribing to a newsletter).
– Contractual necessity: Where processing is needed to fulfill a contract with you (e.g., donation processing, user registration).
– Legitimate interests: For purposes such as enhancing the user experience, preventing fraud, ensuring network and information security, and maintaining the functionality of the Site.
– Legal obligation: Where processing is required to comply with applicable laws, court orders, or regulatory requirements.
5. Your Rights
In accordance with GDPR and CCPA, you have the following rights concerning your personal data:
– Right of Access: You may request confirmation as to whether we process your personal data and obtain a copy of that data.
– Right to Rectification: You may request that we correct inaccuracies or complete incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Under certain circumstances, you may request the deletion of your personal data.
– Right to Restrict Processing: You may request us to limit processing of your data under specific conditions.
– Right to Data Portability: You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and have it transmitted to another controller.
– Right to Object: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
– Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights under the CCPA.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Security Measures
We implement a combination of organizational and technical measures to secure your personal data, including but not limited to:
– TLS encryption for data transmission over public networks.
– Role-based access controls and authentication protocols.
– Secure storage environments with regular vulnerability assessments.
– Regular data backups and disaster recovery planning.
– Mandatory privacy and data protection training for staff handling personal data.
7. International Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or other jurisdiction with equivalent data protection rules, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
– Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
– Adequacy decisions for recognized countries or territories.
– Binding corporate rules between intragroup entities.
By interacting with our Site, you consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your data to countries outside your residence, in accordance with this policy.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory obligations. Retention periods may vary as follows:
– Usage and Technical Data: 12 months from collection.
– Account and Profile Data: Duration of account activity plus 3 years.
– Communication Data: 2 years from the last interaction.
– Transaction Data: 7 years to satisfy financial tracking regulations.
– Preference Data: Until consent is withdrawn or data becomes outdated.
Upon expiration of the applicable retention period, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Cookie Policy
Our Site deploys cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
a. Essential Cookies
Necessary for the operation of core Site features such as page navigation, authentication, and form submissions.
b. Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced personalization, such as remembering user preferences and settings.
c. Analytics Cookies
Allow us to analyze performance and usage trends across the Site using third-party analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) and derive insights for improvement.
d. Performance Cookies
Help measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, test new features, and ensure consistent user experiences.
10. Cookie Management and Regulatory Compliance
In compliance with GDPR and CCPA, you have control over cookie placement and tracking preferences:
– Cookies are not set until you provide explicit consent via our cookie banner.
– You may change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time through the cookie settings manager available on the Site.
– Your browser settings may also allow you to reject or delete cookies. However, doing so may impair some Site functionalities.
We honor “Do Not Track” signals and similar browser-based privacy indicators where legally required.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed toward, nor knowingly collect data from, children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information on lawsussenate2018.com, please contact us at [email protected] so we can take appropriate action to remove the data and prevent future collection.
12. Policy Updates and User Notifications
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to accommodate legal updates, changes in our services, or user feedback. All changes will be posted on this page. We encourage users to review the policy periodically to remain informed about our data practices. Where legally required, we will notify you of material changes and request renewed consent if necessary.
13. Contact Information
Should you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a request regarding your personal data, you may contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We are committed to processing your data lawfully and respectfully. If you have privacy concerns or complaints, we encourage you to reach out to us directly. We are dedicated to ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws and resolving any issues promptly and fairly.