Aforza Privacy Policy
Aforza Privacy Statement
Effective as of November 25, 2024
This Privacy Statement describes how Aforza collects, uses, shares or otherwise processes information relating to individuals (“Personal Data”) and the rights associated with that processing.
1. Responsible Aforza entity
Aforza limited and/or its affiliated entities (“Aforza, “we”, “us”, or the “Company”) are responsible for the processing of your Personal Data as described in this Privacy Statement, unless specified otherwise, and act as the controller of such Personal Data.
This Privacy Statement does not apply to the extent we process Personal Data in the role of a processor or service provider on behalf of our customers, including where we offer to our customers various products and services through which our customers (or their affiliates): (i) create their own websites and applications running on our platforms; (ii) sell or offer their own products and services; (iii) send electronic communications to others; or (iv) otherwise collect, use, share or process Personal Data via our products and services.
For detailed privacy information related to a Aforza customer or a customer affiliate who uses Aforza products and services as the controller, please contact our customer directly. We are not responsible for the privacy or data security practices of our customers, which may differ from those explained in this Privacy Statement.
2. Processing activities covered
This Privacy Statement applies to the processing of Personal Data collected by us when you:
- Visit our websites that display or link to this Privacy Statement;
- Visit our branded social media pages;
- Visit our offices;
- Receive communications from us or otherwise communicate with us, including but not limited to emails, phone calls, texts or faxes;
- Use our products and services where we act as a controller of your Personal Data;
- Register for, attend or take part in our events, webinars, programs, trainings, certifications or contests;
- Act as or work for a service provider or supplier to Aforza;
- Are employed by a customer of our products and services where your information has been shared with us;
- Participate in a Aforza community such as that focused on open source development; or
- Participate in surveys, research or other similar data collection facilitated by us.
For detailed privacy practices regarding usage of our online marketplaces, refer to our marketplace guidelines.
3. What Personal Data do we collect?
3.1. Personal Data we collect directly from you
| Situations | Categories of Personal Data |
|---|---|
| If you express an interest in obtaining additional information about our services; request customer support; use our “Contact Us” feature; register to use our websites; sign up for an event; etc. | Contact information, such as your name, job title, company name, address, phone number, email address, username and password, other information you have voluntarily chosen to share |
| If you make purchases via our websites or register for an event or webinar | Financial and billing information, such as billing name and address, credit card number or bank account information |
| If you attend an event | Attendee badge information which may include name, title, company name, address, country, phone number and email address, image and video. If consented, your biometric information. |
| If you register with us for various purposes | Username, photo, video or other biographical information, such as your occupation, location, social media profiles or usernames, company name, areas of expertise and interests |
| If you interact with our websites or emails | Information about your device and your usage of our websites or emails, which may qualify as Personal Data using cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies |
| If you use and interact with our products and services | Information about your device and your usage of our services, some of which may qualify as Personal Data |
| If you communicate with us via a phone call | Information such as your name, voice and any other Personal Data voluntarily shared |
| If you visit our offices | Name, email address, phone number, company name, time and date of arrival, image or video |
| If you voluntarily submit certain information to us | Information you have provided, including Personal Data, to the extent you voluntarily choose to provide it |
| If you are a supplier or service provider to Aforza | Contact information, payment and billing information |
If you provide us Personal Data relating to other individuals, you represent that you have the authority to do so and acknowledge that it may be used in accordance with this Privacy Statement.
3.2. Personal Data we collect from other sources
We also collect information about you from other sources including partners from whom we collect or purchase Personal Data or who provide us with publicly available information which may contain Personal Data. We may combine this information with Personal Data provided by you.
4. What device and usage data we process
We use common information-gathering tools, such as cookies and web beacons, to collect information that may contain Personal Data as you navigate our websites, our services, or interact with emails.
4.1 Device and Usage Data
This information may include identifiers, commercial information, internet activity information such as IP address, device and application information, identification numbers and features, location, browser type, plug-ins, ads preferences, etc. This information is used for various operational purposes.
5. Purposes for which we process Personal Data and the legal basis on which we rely
| Purpose | Description | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Providing our websites | To operate and administer our websites and provide you with the content you access and request | Our legitimate interest in providing online content to our customers |
| Improving our websites | To analyze overall trends and improve the user experience on our websites | Our legitimate interest in offering a well-functioning website |
| Promoting the security of our websites | By tracking use of our websites and investigating activity | Our legitimate interest in promoting the safety and security of our websites |
| Displaying personalised advertisements and content | To conduct market research and provide personalised content based on your activities and interests | Our legitimate interest in advertising our products and services |
| Managing event registrations and attendance | To plan and host events or webinars for which you have registered | Performance of a contract or explicit consent |
| Ensuring the health of our visitors and employees | During office visits or events to ensure the health and safety of our visitors and employees | Consent or legitimate interest in public health |
| Sending communications | To send you marketing information, product recommendations, and other non-transactional communications about us, our affiliates and partners | Our legitimate interest in conducting direct marketing or your prior consent |
| Providing our services | To perform our contract with you for the provision of our services | Necessary for the performance of a contract |
| Overseeing financial reporting and compliance | To ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in our operations | Legal obligation or legitimate interest in effective business operations |
6. Who do we share Personal Data with?
We may share your Personal Data with:
- Service providers: Contracts with those providing services like IT and analytics.
- Event sponsors: Personal Data shared with sponsors via event registration.
- Professional advisers: Sharing with legal, accounting, and consultancy services.
7. International transfer of Personal Data
Your Personal Data may be collected, transferred to and stored by us in the United States and by our affiliates and third-parties.
8. Children
Our websites and services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13.
9. How long do we keep your Personal Data?
We may retain your Personal Data for a period consistent with the original purpose of collection.
10. Your rights relating to your Personal Data
You may have rights including access, rectification, and erasure of your Personal Data, depending on local data protection laws.
11. How we secure your Personal Data
We implement organizational, technical, and physical measures to safeguard your Personal Data.
12. Changes to this Privacy Statement
We will periodically update this Privacy Statement and will notify you of any material changes.
13. Contacting us
For inquiries regarding your Personal Data, contact us via email or postal address provided.
14. Additional Disclosures for California Residents
In compliance with the CCPA, we disclose relevant categories of Personal Data and uphold rights related to privacy for residents.