Privacy Policy for Business Network Global (EU Standard)

Effective Date:January 1st 2025

Introduction

At Business Network Global, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the European Union's data protection law.

By accessing or using our networking platform, you agree to the collection and use of your personal data in accordance with this policy.

1. Data Controller

The data controller for your personal data is Business Networking Groups by NE TIKAI BIZNESS BDR (reg. number 400082283690 located at Rīga, Valmieras iela 21 - 18, LV-1009, with contact email at info@bngroups.net

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal data to facilitate networking and business activities:

Personal Identification Information: Name, job title, business affiliation, contact information (email, phone number), and location.
Account Information: Username, password, and other login credentials to access our platform.
Professional Information: Industry, skills, areas of expertise, social media profiles, and business interests.
Communications Data: Any messages or communications sent through our platform, such as private messages, posts, or feedback.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

To provide networking services: Facilitate connections, communication, and professional collaborations between members.
To improve our services: To personalize your experience, optimize the platform, and enhance user satisfaction.
To send relevant updates: This may include newsletters, event invitations, or promotional materials related to our services, provided you have consented to receive such communications.
For legal compliance: To comply with applicable legal obligations, such as security or regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases for processing your personal data:

Consent: When you register or interact with our platform, you may provide explicit consent to collect and use your personal data for specific purposes.
Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., the terms of use for our networking platform).
Legitimate Interest: We may process your data for the purpose of improving our services and ensuring the platform functions as intended, provided these interests do not override your rights and freedoms.
Legal Obligation: Where required by law, we may process your data to comply with legal obligations.

5. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data under the following circumstances:

With Third-Party Service Providers: We may engage service providers to assist in running our platform, such as hosting services, email delivery, and customer support. These providers will only have access to the data necessary for them to perform their services.
For Business Transfers: If our business undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new owner.
For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your data to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from authorities.

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. If you choose to close your account, we will delete your personal data unless we have a legal obligation to retain it.

7. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights in relation to your personal data:

Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal data.
Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal conditions.
Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request the restriction of processing your personal data in certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format for transmission to another data controller.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes, including marketing.
Right to Withdraw Consent: If we are relying on your consent to process your data, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email address].

8. Security of Your Data

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access control protocols. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our platform may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience. These technologies help us understand how you use the platform, improve functionality, and deliver personalized content.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of our platform.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from individuals under 16. If we become aware that a child under 16 has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with a revised "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

Business Networking Groups
Email: info@bngroups.net
Phone: 0037122509300
Address:Valmieras iela 21 - 18, LV-1009,