TO WHAT DOES THIS POLICY APPLY?

This Privacy Policy applies to this website as well as to any other online initiative owned by GERMAIN COLLECTION that collects personal data (the “Platforms”). It does not apply to third-party websites, including those that may be mentioned on our Platforms via a hyperlink.

If required by the laws of your country, this policy may be supplemented by local provisions, which we encourage you to review in our Resources.

WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT FROM YOU?

With your prior consent, when you use our Platforms, we may collect and process all or part of the following data that you provide to us by filling out a form, uploading content online, subscribing to an online service, or sending us a message:

• first name and last name;
• email address;
• phone number;
• mailing address;
• any specific requests you may send us (for record-keeping purposes);
• any photos or videos you might want to share with us.

We may ask you to complete surveys for statistical purposes.

DO WE COLLECT YOUR IP ADDRESS AND COOKIES?

We may collect your IP address and browser type for the purposes of system administration and compiling statistics, without identifying any other personal information.

We may also use cookies (small files stored on your device) to recognize you during future visits and provide you with content tailored to your interests.

Browser default settings generally allow cookies; you can change these settings at any time, keeping in mind that disabling cookies may limit your access to certain features of our Platforms.

If you have any questions about cookies, please contact us at [contact email address to be filled in].

HOW DO WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

We use your personal data primarily to manage our customers and prospects, to respond to your inquiries, and, when appropriate, to inform you about our activities, products, or services that may be of interest to you.

We also use your data to improve your experience on our Platforms: to better understand your interests, verify your participation in our promotions, and protect you from potential fraudulent activity.

HOW CAN YOU ACCESS YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

You may contact us at any time by mail, email, or phone (see contact information below) to review the personal data we hold about you.

You may ask us to correct, complete, or clarify any inaccurate, incomplete, or ambiguous information. You may also object to the use of your information for marketing purposes.

Finally, you may request that we delete any personal data concerning you, subject to any legal retention obligations that may apply to us.

DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?

Unless you have given your prior consent, we may disclose your personal data to employees of our company or to our service providers (such as our web agencies) and/or business partners, but only to the extent necessary for them to perform the tasks assigned to them.

We require our service providers to use your personal data solely for the purpose of providing the requested services, in compliance with applicable laws regarding data protection and the confidentiality of such information.

WHERE DO WE STORE YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

Your personal data is stored in our databases or in those of our service providers. For technical reasons, these databases may be hosted on servers located outside the European Union.

IS YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION STORED SECURELY?

We store your personal data in the safest and most secure manner possible, only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose of the processing, and we take appropriate physical, technical, and organizational measures to prevent any alteration, loss, or unauthorized access.

This privacy policy is subject to change; any changes will be posted on this page.

LOCAL REGULATIONS – FRANCE

In accordance with Law No. 78-17 of January 6, 1978, as amended, relating to information technology, data files, and civil liberties, as well as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to access, correct, object to, and delete your personal data.

To exercise this right, you may send your request, along with proof of identity, to:

GERMAIN COLLECTION 365 Chemin du Camp de Sarlier, Building C – Le Patio de l’Alta, 13400 Aubagne

Email: [contact email address to be filled in]

You also have the right to file a complaint with the National Commission on Information Technology and Civil Liberties (CNIL).