At VaLe Garage, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, as well as your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data We Collect
We collect the following personal data when you create an account or interact with our platform:
- Required for account creation: First name, last name, email address, and password.
- For merchant accounts: Company name and VAT number.
2. How We Use Your Data
The data we collect is used exclusively for the proper functioning of our platform. This includes:
- Authenticating users and managing access to specific features (e.g., auctions).
- Ensuring the seamless operation of the platform.
VaLe Garage does not share your personal data with any third parties.
3. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for the maximum period allowed under the GDPR. You may delete your account and associated data at any time by using the account deletion feature in your profile settings.
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies
VaLe Garage uses cookies exclusively for maintaining user sessions (e.g., authentication tokens using JWT). We do not use tracking or analytical cookies. As such, cookie preference management is not required.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted storage of passwords using secure hashing algorithms.
- Use of HTTPS to encrypt all data transmitted between your browser and our servers.
- Regular backups to prevent data loss.
- Access controls to restrict unauthorized access to our systems.
For further details, feel free to contact us at:m.hayot@students.ephec.be.
6. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Modification: You can edit your first name and password in your account settings.
- Deletion: You can delete your account at any time, which will permanently remove your data from our systems.
If you have any questions or requests regarding your data, please contact us at:m.hayot@students.ephec.be.
7. Legal Basis and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applicable in the European Union. By using VaLe Garage, you agree to the processing of your data in compliance with these regulations.
8. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Significant changes will be communicated through the platform. Continued use of the platform after changes have been made constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Last updated: January 2025