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Privacy Policy

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Thank you for visiting the website of the Philadelphia Chapter of the French-American Chamber of Commerce in the United States, Inc. ("FACC Philadelphia", "we", "our", or "us"), located at www.FACCphila.org (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information and outlines your rights, including rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA).

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1. Information We Collect

     a. Personal Information

           We collect personal information when you:

  •  Join FACC Philadelphia as a member

  • Register for events

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Contact us through the website

  • Make donations or payments

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          Personal data may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company and job title

  • Mailing address

  • Payment details (processed via secure third-party platforms)

 

    b. Non-Personal Information

          We automatically collect certain data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Cookies and other tracking technologies

  • Device and location data (approximate)

 

2. How We Use Your Information

       We use the data we collect to:

  • Process membership applications and renewals

  • Manage event registrations and attendance

  • Send newsletters and organizational updates

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Improve the Site and user experience

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

 

3. GDPR Compliance (for EEA Visitors)

     a. Legal Bases for Processing

           If you are located in the EEA, we process your data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Your consent

  • The performance of a contract

  • Compliance with a legal obligation

  • Our legitimate interests

 

     b. Your GDPR Rights

            If you are an EEA resident, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")

  • Restrict or object to the processing of your data

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

           To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@faccphila.org.

 

     c. Data Transfers

            Your personal data may be transferred to and stored in the United States. We implement appropriate safeguards              to protect your data when it is transferred outside the EEA.

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4. Sharing Your Information

        We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Third-party service providers who help us operate our Site (e.g., event platforms, email services, payment processors)

  • Government authorities or law enforcement when legally required

  • Others only with your explicit consent

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5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

        We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve site functionality

  • Analyze web traffic

  • Enhance user experience

        You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Some features may not function properly without                cookies.  For GDPR compliance, our website includes a cookie consent banner, allowing users to accept or decline            the use of cookies.

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6. Third-Party Links

       Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those              external sites. Please review their policies before submitting any personal information.

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7. Data Retention

      We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by                 applicable law.

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8. Data Security

       We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your information. However,         no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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9. Children’s Privacy

       Our services are not intended for children. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover           we have unintentionally collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

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10. Updates to This Policy

          We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last                          Updated” date will be revised accordingly. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of                  the updated policy.

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11. Contact Us

         If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your data rights, please contact:

         FACC Philadelphia, Email: info@faccphila.org, Website: www.faccphila.org

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Effective Date: September 15, 2025

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