Privacy policy
Definitions
The Publisher: The individual or legal entity that publishes the online public communication services.
The Site: All websites, web pages, and online services offered by the Publisher.
The User: The person using the Site and its services.
Nature of Data Collected
In the context of using the Sites, the Publisher may collect the following categories of data concerning its Users:
Connection data (IP addresses, event logs, etc.)
Disclosure of Personal Data to Third Parties
No Disclosure to Third Parties
Your data is not disclosed to any third parties. However, you are hereby informed
that it may be disclosed pursuant to a law, regulation, or a
decision of a competent regulatory or judicial authority.
Prior notice regarding the disclosure of personal data to third parties in the event of a merger/acquisition
Prior notice and opt-out option before and after the merger/acquisition
In the event that we participate in a merger, acquisition, or any other form of asset transfer, we commit to ensuring the confidentiality of your personal data and to informing you before it is transferred or becomes subject to a new privacy policy.
Purpose of reusing collected personal data
The compilation of business statistics
Data aggregation
Aggregation with non-personal data
We may publish, disclose, and use aggregated information (information relating to all our Users or specific groups or categories of Users that we combine in such a way that an individual User can no longer be identified or referenced) and non-personal information for industry and market analysis, demographic profiling, promotional and advertising purposes, and other business purposes.
Aggregation with personal data available on the User’s social media accounts
If you connect your account to an account on another service for cross-posting,
that service may share your profile information, login details, and
any other information you have authorized them to disclose. We may aggregate
information relating to all our other Users, groups, accounts, and the personal data
available on the User.
Collection of identity data
Free Browsing
Access to and browsing of the Website do not require prior registration or identification. You may use the Website without providing any personally identifiable information (such as your name, surname, address, or similar details). We do not collect or record any personal data solely as a result of your browsing the Website.
Collection of Identification Data
Use of User Identification Data Solely for Access to Services
We use your electronic identification data only for and during the performance of the contract.
Collection of Device Data
Collection of Profiling and Technical Data for Service Provision
Certain technical data from your device is automatically collected by the Website. This information includes, in particular, your IP address, Internet service provider, hardware configuration, software configuration, browser type and language, and similar technical details. The collection of this data is necessary for the provision of our services.
Collection of Technical Data for Advertising, Commercial, and Statistical Purposes
Technical data from your device is automatically collected and recorded by the Website for advertising, commercial, and statistical purposes. This information helps us personalize and continuously improve your experience on our Website. We do not collect or retain any personally identifiable information (such as your name, surname, or address) that may be associated with this technical data. The collected data may be sold to third parties.
Cookies
Cookie Retention Period
In accordance with the recommendations of the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL), cookies may be retained for a maximum period of 13 months from their initial placement on the User’s device. The User’s consent to the use of cookies is valid for the same period. The lifespan of cookies is not extended with each visit, and the User’s consent must therefore be renewed once this period expires.
Purpose of Cookies
Cookies may be used for statistical purposes, particularly to optimize the services provided to Users by analyzing information relating to access frequency, page customization, operations performed, and content viewed.
You are informed that the Publisher may place cookies on your device. These cookies record information relating to your use of the service (such as pages visited and the date and time of access), which may be consulted during future visits.
User’s Right to Refuse Cookies
You acknowledge that you have been informed that the Publisher may use cookies. If you do not wish cookies to be stored on your device, most web browsers allow you to disable them through their settings.
Retention of Technical Data
Technical Data Retention Period
Technical data is retained only for the period strictly necessary to achieve the purposes described above.
Personal Data Retention and Anonymization
No Data Retention Beyond Service Use
We do not retain any personal data beyond the duration of your connection to the service for the purposes described in these Terms of Use.
Deletion of Data Following Account Deletion
Data deletion procedures are implemented to ensure the effective removal of data once the retention or archival period required for the intended purposes has expired. In accordance with French Law No. 78-17 of January 6, 1978, relating to information technology, files, and civil liberties, you also have the right to request the deletion of your data at any time by contacting the Publisher.
Deletion of Data After Three Years of Inactivity
For security reasons, if you have not logged into the Website for a period of three years, you will receive an email inviting you to log in as soon as possible; otherwise, your data will be deleted from our databases.
Account Deletion
Account Deletion at the User’s Request
Users may delete their account at any time by simply requesting it from the Publisher or, where applicable, by using the account deletion feature available in their account settings.
Account Deletion in the Event of a Violation of the Terms of Use
In the event of a breach of one or more provisions of these Terms of Use or any other document incorporated herein by reference, the Publisher reserves the right, without prior notice and at its sole discretion, to terminate or restrict your use of and access to the services, your account, and all associated websites.
Measures in the Event of a Security Breach Detected by the Publisher
User Notification in the Event of a Security Breach
We undertake to implement all appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risks of accidental, unauthorized, or unlawful access to, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction of your personal data.
Should we become aware of unlawful access to your personal data stored on our servers or those of our service providers, or unauthorized access likely to result in any of the above-mentioned risks, we undertake to:
- Notify you of the incident as soon as possible;
- Investigate the causes of the incident and inform you of our findings;
- Take reasonable measures to mitigate any adverse effects or damage resulting from the incident.
Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances shall the obligations set out above regarding notification of a security breach be construed as an acknowledgment of fault or liability for the occurrence of such an incident.
Transfer of Personal Data Abroad
No Transfer Outside the European Union
The Publisher undertakes not to transfer Users’ personal data outside the European Union.
Amendments to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
Commitment Not to Substantially Reduce Privacy Protection Without Prior Notice
In the event of any substantial amendment to these Terms of Use, we undertake to inform you and not to significantly reduce the level of protection afforded to your personal data without notifying you and obtaining your consent.
Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
Arbitration Clause
You expressly agree that any dispute arising from these Terms of Use, particularly regarding their interpretation or performance, shall be settled through arbitration in accordance with the rules of an arbitration platform mutually agreed upon by the parties, to which you agree to adhere without reservation.
Data Portability
Data Portability
The Publisher undertakes to provide you, upon simple request, with a copy of all data concerning you. This guarantees Users greater control over their personal data and allows them to reuse it. Such data shall be provided in an open and readily reusable format.