GDPR

Connect Digital Ventures, Inc
Effective Date: June 2020

This GDPR Privacy Policy explains how Connect Digital Ventures, Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, processes, stores, and protects personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Connect Digital Ventures, Inc. is committed to upholding the highest standards of data protection and privacy for individuals in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA).

1. Scope

This policy applies to:

• Data collected through our data services and email marketing campaigns.
• Interactions with visitors, customers, and users of our website, products, and services.
• All personal data processed for our marketing services, including data licensing, targeted email campaigns, and audience profiling.

2. Who We Are

Connect Digital Ventures, Inc. is a data provider and email marketing company that offers business-to-business (B2B) marketing services. We collect, process, and manage professional contact information to enable effective marketing and business engagement.

3. The Types of Data We Process

We process personal data that may include, but is not limited to:

• Professional Information: Name, job title, company name, business email address, business telephone number, and office address.
• Demographic Data: Industry, business size, and professional interests.
• Website Data: IP addresses, cookies, browsing activity on our website, and other metadata.
• Marketing Data: Responses to email campaigns and preferences regarding marketing communications.

We do not collect or process sensitive personal data such as Social Security numbers, banking details, or health-related data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We rely on the following legal bases for collecting and processing personal data:

• Legitimate Interests: To deliver B2B marketing services and provide value-added insights to our clients.
• Consent: For certain activities such as email subscriptions, opt-ins for newsletters, or other marketing preferences.
• Contractual Obligations: To fulfill agreements with our clients and partners.

5. How We Collect Data

We collect personal data through:

• Direct Interactions: When individuals contact us, register on our website, or participate in our events.
• Third-Party Sources: We may receive professional contact data from vetted, compliant third-party data partners.
• Automated Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies on our website.

6. Purpose of Data Collection

We use personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide B2B data services and customized marketing solutions.
• To send targeted marketing communications to professionals on behalf of our clients.
• To analyze and improve the performance of our marketing campaigns and services.
• To ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect our rights or interests.

7. Data Sharing and Transfers

We may share personal data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party partners who assist in delivering marketing campaigns and other services.
• Clients: Authorized businesses who purchase or license our data for marketing purposes.
• Legal or Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights.

We ensure all data transfers, including transfers outside the EEA, comply with GDPR requirements and are safeguarded by appropriate measures, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and comply with legal, contractual, or regulatory obligations. Upon expiration of the retention period, personal data is securely deleted.

9. Your GDPR Rights

As an EU/EEA resident, you have the following rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit the processing of your data under certain conditions.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: Opt-out of processing for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for processing activities based on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@connectdigitalventures.com.

10. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Measures include:

• Data encryption during transmission and storage.
• Access controls and employee training on data protection.
• Regular audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and deliver personalized content. For detailed information on our cookie practices, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

12. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this GDPR Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Updates will be published on our website, and significant changes may be communicated directly to you.

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding this GDPR Privacy Policy, or to exercise your data rights, please contact us:

Connect Digital Ventures, Inc.
Attn: Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@connectdigitalventures.com