Introduction:
Welcome to The Business Country Desk / the BCD / (BCDESK.EU), an online platform developed by BUSINESSMED and co-funded by the European Union, dedicated to promoting trade and investment in the Mediterranean region.
Functioning as a comprehensive information and networking service, The BCD is designed to facilitate North-South and South-South business partnerships, strategically connecting economic operators through its innovative Regional Markets feature.
This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to safeguarding the privacy and security of the personal information you provide while using our services. By accessing or using the BCD, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect:
In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we are obligated to elucidate the valid legal bases upon which we rely to process your personal information. Our reliance on these legal bases is essential for processing your voluntarily provided personal information, which occurs during the registration process on our platform or when you express interest in obtaining information, participate in our events, or contact us. The specific personal information collected is contingent upon the context of your interactions, the functionalities and tools we provide, and the choices you make. This may include details such as :
- Name ;
- Function ;
- Country ;
- Phone Number ;
- Email ;
- Civility ;
- Age Range.
Use of Collected Information:
We use the collected data to foster business connections, facilitate internal communications among users, recommend matching profiles, enhance platform functionality, and ensure compliance with legal obligations. Managing both data and internal communications through the BCD is conducted with utmost confidentiality, aligning with the principles of transparency, fairness, and lawfulness in information processing.
Cookies Policy:
The BCD uses cookies, including those provided by Google Analytics, to enhance user experience and to analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. By continuing to use our platform, you consent to the use of these cookies. You can manage your cookies preferences through your browser settings.
Information Sharing:
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with service providers (for technical follow-up) and with trusted partners (hosting specific matching events on the BCD), always ensuring they adhere to strict confidentiality standards and use the data solely for the intended purposes.
Security Measures:
Ensuring the security of your personal information is a priority for us. We implement reasonable measures to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, it's important to note that no data transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention:
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Minors:
The BCD does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us promptly, and we will take steps to address the issue.
Contact Information:
For any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information, please contact us at:
- Email: contact@bsdesk.eu
- Address: Rue des Emeraudes, Résidence Zarrad 2, Appart A2-1, Les Berges du Lac 2, 1053 Tunis, Tunisia
- Phone: (+216) 98 747 158
Changes to the Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any modifications. Your continued use of the BCD after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated terms.
By using the BCD (BCDESK.EU), you affirm your understanding and agreement with the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our platform.