Last update: 23.02.25
This document establishes the privacy practices governing the operations of the Website, herein referred to as "xproguide.com" (the "Website"). It delineates the processes by which Social Networks collects, utilizes, and manages personal information provided by users accessing the services offered through the Website. The document further outlines the rights of users concerning the processing of their personal data, including options for controlling and managing said data.
The provision of personal information is not a prerequisite for merely visiting the Website. However, in order to utilize the services provided by Social Networks through the Website, certain personal data must be collected and processed, typically with the consent of the data subject. Pursuant to Article 37/1 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Social Networks is not required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO), although a designated representative has been appointed to oversee compliance with the GDPR and applicable local data protection legislation. This representative may be contacted for inquiries or concerns regarding data protection at [email protected].
Social Networks is fully committed to adhering to the provisions of the GDPR, as well as any relevant local laws concerning data protection, especially with respect to sensitive personal information such as names, addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, and payment details ("personal data" or "data subjects"). The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to transparently communicate the procedures for collecting, processing, and securing personal data, detailing the scope and intent behind the collection and use of such data.
As the data controller, Social Networks has implemented robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard the personal data collected through the Website. The terms "We," "Us," "Our," and "Social Networks" refer to Social Networks within this document. Additionally, it is important to note that the services offered by the Website are not intended for minors, and the Website is not directed towards individuals under the age of 18.
DATA PRIVACY AND COOKIES POLICY
At Social Networks, we prioritize the protection of your privacy and strive to deliver a transparent, secure, and personalized online experience. This section details our policies concerning cookies and other tracking technologies, explaining their use in enhancing your interaction with our website while safeguarding your personal data.
Cookies and Their Functionality
Cookies are fundamental to enhancing and personalizing your online experience. By storing small amounts of data on your device, cookies enable our website to remember your preferences, such as login credentials, language selection, and items in your shopping cart, ensuring a smoother and more efficient browsing experience. Social Networks utilizes two types of cookies:
• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted once you close your browser. These cookies are essential for maintaining a seamless user experience during your visit.
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set duration or until manually deleted. These cookies remember your preferences across multiple visits, allowing for a more personalized browsing experience.
Tracking Technologies and User Insights
In addition to cookies, Social Networks utilizes pixel tags and other tracking technologies to gain valuable insights into user behavior. These technologies enable us to:
• Analyze website traffic and user interaction patterns. • Assess the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and refine our marketing strategies. • Improve content relevance by ensuring the information we provide aligns with your interests and needs.
These tools are integral to enhancing the user experience, helping us deliver relevant content and advertisements tailored to your preferences.
Your Control over Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We respect your right to control your personal data and provide several options to manage your preferences regarding cookies and tracking technologies:
• Browser Settings: You can adjust your web browser settings to reject new cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive notifications whenever cookies are being sent to your device.
• Opt-Out Tools: External resources such as www.allaboutcookies.org and www.networkadvertising.org/choices/ provide comprehensive guidance on how to manage cookies across different browsers and devices.
Please be aware that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website, potentially restricting access to certain features and services. Our goal is to offer an experience that is not only enjoyable but also respects your data privacy and preferences.
By fostering an environment of trust and transparency, Social Networks is committed to protecting your personal information while enhancing your online interactions. Whether through cookies, pixel tags, or other technologies, we strive to provide services that respect your privacy and cater to your preferences.
DATA PROTECTION
At Social Networks, we fully recognize that the digital realm, while a platform for innovation and connectivity, also presents significant security risks. Safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the protection of your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or theft are fundamental commitments in our pledge to you. To uphold this promise, we implement a comprehensive strategy designed to prevent data theft, misuse, and other security breaches.
A cornerstone of our data protection framework is our meticulous approach to the collection, storage, and processing of user information. We limit our data collection to only what is essential, thereby minimizing the potential impact of any security breach. All data stored on Social Networks servers is encrypted, ensuring that, in the event of a breach, the information remains inaccessible to unauthorized parties.
Our dedication to security is further exemplified by our unwavering adherence to international privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) within the European Union. By complying with these standards, we ensure that personal data is handled with care, transparency, and accountability, giving our users confidence in the protection of their information.
Although we implement rigorous security measures, we acknowledge certain situations where the sharing of personal information may be necessary. These situations are tightly controlled and include the following:
· Compliance with legal obligations or responding to valid legal inquiries and proceedings in which we are involved.
· Investigating potential violations of our privacy policy or suspected illegal activities involving our services.
· Examining and addressing instances of suspected fraud.
· Protecting the rights, property, or safety of Social Networks, its employees, customers, or the general public.
In cases of significant organizational changes such as mergers, acquisitions, or the dissolution of the company, personal information may be transferred to the new owners. We will promptly notify our users of any such developments, ensuring they are informed and can exercise their rights under the GDPR as necessary.
We also engage with third-party service providers under strict data processing agreements to ensure the lawful handling and protection of personal data. These partners, which may include marketing affiliates or payment processors, are required to comply with the Data Protection Act (DPA) to ensure secure transactions and maintain our service standards.
While we rely on external technology providers to deliver certain aspects of our services, we restrict their data processing activities to the role of sub-processors. These entities are bound by a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) and operate in full compliance with GDPR standards.
It is important to note, however, that the security of your data is also contingent upon how you manage your access credentials. We cannot be held responsible for breaches resulting from users’ negligence in securing their credentials. In the event of a data breach, we are committed to promptly notifying the relevant regulatory authority and, when required, the individuals affected.
At Social Networks, we are devoted to fostering a secure online environment where privacy is respected and trust is paramount.
DATA RETENTION OVERVIEW
Retention Period Alignment: We carefully align the retention period of personal data with applicable legal retention guidelines. Once the specified period concludes, and if the data no longer serves its original purpose of collection, we initiate a secure deletion or anonymization process. This ensures that personal data is not retained longer than necessary or beyond legal requirements. This approach exemplifies our commitment to the fundamental principles of data storage and disposal, which are critical to safeguarding privacy and security.
Compliance and Minimization: Our data retention policies strictly adhere to relevant data privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for individuals within the European Union. These practices reflect our commitment to data minimization—limiting the storage of personal data to only what is necessary for processing purposes. Once the legally permissible retention period expires, or if the data no longer fulfills its original purpose, we proceed with secure and confidential data deletion or anonymization. This ensures that personal information is fully removed from our systems, or anonymized when immediate deletion is not feasible or where legal interests justify retention in an archived form.
This approach significantly mitigates risks associated with data breaches or unauthorized access by removing personal identifiers from stored data. These efforts are part of our proactive strategy to not only comply with legal obligations but to ensure that privacy and data security are upheld throughout the entire lifecycle of personal data—from collection to eventual deletion or anonymization.
YOUR DATA PROTECTION RIGHTS
At Social Networks, we recognize the importance of empowering our users with full knowledge and control over their data. Our commitment to transparency and user autonomy is central to our data protection practices. Below, we outline the rights you have concerning your personal data, and provide guidance on how you can exercise these rights:
Right to Access
You have the right to request access to the personal data that Social Networks holds about you. This includes the ability to obtain a copy of your data, learn how it is being used, and understand who it may be shared with. This right ensures transparency in our data processing activities. To exercise this right, simply contact our data protection officer with a formal request. We will respond promptly, typically within one month, and this service is generally provided free of charge.
Right to Rectification
You have the right to request the rectification of any personal data held by Social Networks that you believe is inaccurate or incomplete. This right allows you to ensure that the data we maintain is accurate and reflects your current status. To initiate a rectification request, please contact our data protection team, and we will promptly address any inaccuracies or omissions.
Right to Restrict Processing
The right to restrict processing allows you to limit how Social Networks processes your personal data. This right is particularly relevant when you contest the accuracy of your data or question the legality of its processing. By exercising this right, you can temporarily halt data processing while we resolve any concerns. To request a restriction on processing, please contact our data protection officer with specific details of your request. We will prioritize such requests to ensure your data is managed in accordance with your preferences.
Data Portability Right
The data portability right enables you to obtain your personal data from Social Networks in a commonly used, machine-readable format. You can also request that your data be transferred directly to another service provider, provided this is technically feasible. This right enhances your ability to manage and move your personal data freely across different services.
Right to Challenge Data Processing
You have the right to challenge the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances. If you believe your data is being used for purposes such as direct marketing, research, or in ways that infringe on your rights, you have the right to object. Upon receiving such an objection, Social Networks will cease processing your data unless we can demonstrate compelling and legitimate reasons that outweigh your interests, rights, and freedoms, or if the processing is necessary for the establishment or defense of legal claims. To exercise this right, please contact our data protection officer, providing specific details about your objections.
Automated Decision-Making and Profiling Rights
You have the right to be exempt from decisions based solely on automated processing, including profiling, that significantly affect you legally or in other material ways. This right ensures that decisions impacting your life are not solely based on automated processes, but are subject to human intervention and review. If you wish to challenge such decisions, or request human intervention, please contact our data protection officer for assistance.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
In our unwavering commitment to adhere to the GDPR's stringent data protection requirements, Social Networks adopts the principle of data minimization to ensure the utmost security of personal data. This approach means we only collect essential personal data needed to deliver our superior service effectively. Detailed below are the specific categories of personal data we gather from our users:
· User's Complete Name: For the purpose of account registration and to offer a personalized service, we collect the full name of the user, which includes both first and last names.
· Email Address: Crucial for account setup, this information enables users to access Social Networks's Service and to receive vital communications from us.
· Billing Information: Transactions necessitate collecting detailed billing information, including the user's physical address, zip code, city, country, and contact number.
· Payment Method: Notably, while we require information regarding the payment method for transaction processing, we only retain partial details related to it, ensuring full credit card numbers are not stored on our systems.
· IP Address and Location Data: Sourced from the user's Internet Service Provider, the IP address facilitates user identification, while location data helps in analyzing user interaction and engagement across various geographical locations.
Upon creating an account with Social Networks, users are requested to provide this pivotal information, classified under User Information. This encompasses readily identifiable details such as your name and email address, which are imperative for the creation and management of your account with Social Networks. Billing Information, though partially retained by us, is an essential component of the financial transactions conducted through our service, with the remaining details managed by external payment processors.
The utilization of your Personal Data is multifaceted, serving numerous purposes aimed at refining your experience with our service. This includes customizing the website interface to meet user preferences, dispatching relevant communications such as registration confirmations, password changes, and payment receipts, facilitating dialogues regarding your interactions with our service, and collaborating with partners through the exchange of aggregated statistical data to elevate the quality of service delivery.
This exhaustive approach not only exemplifies our commitment to the security of personal data but also to our compliance with comprehensive data processing agreements (DPAs), underscoring Social Networks's dedication to safeguarding your privacy and enhancing your overall experience with our service.
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
At Social Networks, safeguarding user privacy and granting autonomy over personal data are at the core of our operations. Our data management practices are built on the fundamental principle of securing explicit consent from those we serve, commonly referred to as data subjects or users. Such consent must be clearly expressed, signifying an informed, voluntary agreement to the processing of personal data by Social Networks.
User Consent and Data Processing
A "data subject" or "user" refers to any identifiable individual whose personal data is processed by Social Networks. This processing encompasses a wide range of activities, including the collection, storage, organization, modification, access, review, use, dissemination, combination, and eventual deletion of personal data. These activities can be carried out manually or with the assistance of automated systems.
Personal data is defined as any information that can directly or indirectly identify a data subject or user. This includes, but is not limited to, names, identification numbers, location data, online identifiers, and even characteristics related to physical, psychological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural, or social attributes.
Our unwavering commitment to robust data management practices is a testament to our dedication to preserving user privacy and rights. It ensures that data subjects are not only fully informed about the processing of their data but also willingly and explicitly consent to such processing. In doing so, Social Networks adheres to the provisions of the GDPR and other relevant data protection laws, ensuring compliance with the highest standards of privacy and security.
Transparency and User Rights
We strive to maintain transparency by providing users with the right to access, rectify, and, when necessary, erase their personal data processed by Social Networks. This process reinforces our accountability while empowering users with control over their information, creating an environment of trust. Furthermore, we maintain an open dialogue with users, offering clear explanations about the ways their data is used and providing an accessible mechanism for exercising their rights.
This approach not only ensures compliance with the ever-evolving data protection regulations but also underscores our commitment to the ethical use of personal information. By prioritizing the privacy and rights of our users, Social Networks not only fulfills its legal obligations but also cultivates a culture of trust and respect, which is essential for fostering long-term relationships with those we serve. Through our comprehensive data management and privacy practices, we aim to exceed user expectations, ensuring a secure and enriching experience across all our platforms.
HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION
At Social Networks, transparency and accountability are at the heart of our practices. We believe it’s important to communicate how and with whom your personal information may be shared. First and foremost, we ensure that any sharing of your data is done within the legal framework established by data protection regulations, such as the GDPR, to uphold your privacy rights.
Your information may be shared with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf. These may include, but are not limited to, cloud storage providers, marketing and analytics partners, and software development services. All third-party partners are thoroughly vetted to ensure they meet our high standards of data protection. They are required to adhere to contractual agreements that bind them to process your information solely based on our instructions and in compliance with this privacy policy, along with any other applicable confidentiality and security measures.
We may also be required to disclose your information to law enforcement, regulatory bodies, or the courts if necessary to comply with legal obligations or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Social Networks, our users, or others. This includes sharing information with other companies and organizations for fraud protection and credit risk reduction.
We follow a strict policy of sharing only the minimum amount of information necessary for third parties to provide their services or fulfill legal requirements. We do not sell or rent your personal data to marketers or other third parties.
In the event of a business transition, such as a merger, acquisition by another company, or sale of all or part of Social Networks's assets, your personal information may be among the assets transferred. However, we will ensure that the privacy promises outlined in this policy continue to apply, and any acquiring party will be obligated to adhere to these commitments.
LEGAL FRAMEWORK
Our Privacy Policy is crafted to meet the highest legal standards, with particular focus on compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation 2016/679). This regulation, which protects individual rights in the handling of personal data and ensures the free movement of data, replaced Directive 95/46/EC and has been in effect since May 25, 2018. For users accessing our services outside the European Union, it is their responsibility to ensure compliance with any applicable local laws.
Under the GDPR, two key roles are defined in the processing of personal data: 'data controllers' who decide the purposes and means of processing personal data, and 'data processors' who process personal data on behalf of the controller. In this context, all Social Networks clients, including both organizations and individuals, are considered data controllers. As a data processor, Social Networks is responsible for managing your personal data according to GDPR requirements and ensuring that our data processing partners adhere to these compliance standards.
PRIVACY POLICY UPDATES
Social Networks reserves the right to modify or completely revise our privacy policy as necessary, for any reason deemed appropriate. Any changes will take effect immediately once the updated policy is published on our website. We encourage our users to regularly review our privacy policy to stay informed about the actions we are taking to protect your personal information. The date of the latest revision will be clearly displayed at the beginning of the policy document, making it easy for users to identify when the policy was last updated.
For significant changes to our privacy procedures, we will notify users either via our website or directly, depending on what is most appropriate. Nevertheless, users should periodically review this policy to stay updated on any changes that may affect how their personal data is handled. By continuing to use our services after updates to this privacy policy, you are accepting the revised terms.
At Social Networks, protecting your privacy is our top priority. We are dedicated to being transparent about how we manage your data and ensuring its security. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices or data protection, please don’t hesitate to contact us through our support channel.
CONTACT DETAILS
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to update your personal details, or choose to withdraw from our database, please send your inquiries to [email protected] with "Re: Privacy Policy" in the email subject for quick identification. Following the directives of Articles 6-III and 19 of Law No. 2004-575 of June 21, 2004, which aims to build trust in the digital economy (LCEN), we are dedicated to offering our users and visitors clear, concise information on how their data is handled on the xproguide.com platform. We strive to make your online experience secure, respectful of your privacy, and transparent. Social Networks is committed to these values, constantly updating our procedures to meet the highest data protection and user rights standards as per the relevant legal regulations. In the digital era, your trust and security remain our top priority.
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