Privacy Policy
Introduction
This Privacy Policy applies to the FUNDA website (the “Website”).
At FUNDA, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Website or interact with our services.
This Policy explains:
- What personal information we collect and how it is used.
- Your rights regarding your personal information.
- Who is responsible for protecting your personal information.
- When and with whom your information may be shared.
- How cookies and similar technologies are used on our Website.
By using the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Collection of Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email Address
Additional information may be collected where necessary to provide our services.
Personal information is collected through the methods described below.
Collection Methods and Purposes
We collect personal information through:
- Website contact forms
- Surveys
- Registration forms
- Promotional contests (where applicable)
Your information may be used for the following purposes:
- Sending newsletters and promotional communications
- Responding to inquiries
- Customer service
- Website administration
- Statistical analysis
- Improving our products, services, and user experience
Website Interactivity
Information may also be collected through your interactions with our Website, including:
- Contact forms
- Newsletter subscriptions
- Event registrations
This information is used to:
- Respond to requests
- Improve Website functionality
- Produce anonymous statistical reports
Cookies and Log Files
FUNDA uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze Website performance, and personalize content.
Information collected may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
- Referring website
Cookies help us:
- Improve Website functionality
- Personalize your experience
- Analyze Website traffic
- Improve customer service
- Measure marketing performance
Third-Party Cookies
Our Website may use third-party services that place cookies on your device, including:
- Google Analytics
- Google services
- DigitalOcean
- Social media platforms
These providers maintain their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
Disabling Cookies
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of certain Website features.
Sharing Personal Information
FUNDA does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Personal information may be shared only:
- With trusted service providers assisting in operating the Website or delivering services;
- Where required by applicable law;
- To protect the legal rights, property, or safety of FUNDA or others.
Any third parties processing personal information on our behalf are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures.
Retention of Personal Information
FUNDA retains personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
Unless a longer retention period is required, personal information is generally retained for two (2) years.
Personal Information Officer
Responsible Individual
FUNDA has designated the following individual as responsible for the protection of personal information:
Michael Sciortino
Telephone: 514-975-2828
Email: info@fundaexpo.com
The Privacy Officer is responsible for overseeing compliance with applicable privacy legislation and responding to requests regarding personal information.
Responsibilities
The Privacy Officer is committed to:
- Protecting personal information;
- Limiting access to authorized individuals;
- Using information only for the purposes for which it was collected;
- Taking reasonable measures to safeguard information;
- Notifying affected individuals where required if a privacy breach occurs.
Right to Withdraw Consent
You may withdraw your consent for the collection or use of your personal information at any time, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
To make such a request, please contact:
info@fundaexpo.com
Right of Access, Correction and Deletion
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information;
- Request corrections to inaccurate information;
- Request deletion of personal information where permitted by law.
Requests should be submitted to:
info@fundaexpo.com
Security
FUNDA takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Security measures include:
- SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption
- Secure servers
- Firewalls
- Password-protected systems
- Restricted employee access
- Regular backups
- Security monitoring
While every reasonable effort is made to protect personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
FUNDA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices.
The latest version will always be available on the Website.
Continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Acceptance
By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted this Privacy Policy, including the collection, use, disclosure, and storage of your personal information as described herein.
Applicable Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Province of Quebec and the applicable laws of Canada, including, where applicable:
- Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector (Quebec);
- Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA);
- Any successor privacy legislation applicable to the activities of FUNDA.