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PRIVACY STATEMENT

PRIVACY STATEMENT
BFA handles the collection and processing of personal data with care, and we take it seriously that the personal information we receive is treated confidentially and in accordance with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). In this privacy statement, we inform you about the various data we collect from you, for what purpose, how long we retain it, and what your rights are.
Personal Data
BFA collects data from visitors to our website.
We may process the following data from you:

  • Name, address, city of residence;

  • Email address;

  • Phone number;

  • Gender and date of birth;

  • Interaction data (e.g., information received when you contact us);

  • IP address and location data (anonymized);

  • Information about your activities on our website;

  • Your internet browser and device type;

  • For what purpose do we collect your data?

  • BFA collects the above data for the following purposes:

  • Processing, registering, and handling registrations;

  • Sending our digital newsletter;

  • Providing information about our activities;

  • Processing applications for the application process;

  • Conducting research purposes;

  • To comply with our legal obligations;


Digital Newsletter

You can subscribe to our bimonthly newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time. Every newsletter or promotional email contains an unsubscribe link, allowing you to easily unsubscribe at any time. Your email address will only be added to the subscriber list with your permission, via the double opt-in method. This means that when you subscribe, your subscription must be confirmed via an email sent to you.

The newsletter subscriber list is not shared with third parties.


Third Parties

BFA does not sell your data to third parties and will only share it if this is necessary for the execution of our agreement with you or to comply with a legal obligation. BFA remains responsible for these processing operations.

Applicants
We retain your personal data for a maximum of four weeks after the end of the application process, unless you become employed by us. If we wish to contact you again in the future about a vacancy, we will ask your permission to retain your personal data for a longer period.


Cookies
A cookie is a small text file that is placed on or read from your device during your visit to our website. This text file is used to store or access data, sometimes personal data. This (personal) data allows us to recognize you on subsequent visits. Our website uses Functional Cookies, Analytical Cookies, and Tracking Cookies. We have placed a cookie notification on our website to ask for your consent for these cookies.

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Purpose of Cookies
We use Functional Cookies to ensure the proper functioning of the website. Analytical Cookies collect anonymized data about browsing behavior. This allows us to see how visitors like you use the website and improve it based on that information. We use Tracking Cookies to integrate social media plugins into our website. Disabling and deleting cookies?
All browsers offer the option to specify the extent to which you allow cookies in the settings or options. If you cannot find these settings, you can consult your browser's help function. You can also view and, if necessary, delete the current cookies on your computer through your browser.

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Data Retention
BFA does not retain data longer than necessary for processing purposes. The retention period depends on the purpose for which BFA collected the data and any legal obligations to retain data. We aim to securely destroy personal data as soon as we no longer need it to achieve our purposes.

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Security
We ensure adequate security of the systems in which we store your data. We strive to ensure that your data is only accessible to authorized persons. If you believe your data is not properly secured or if you have indications of misuse, please contact us.

 

Your Rights
You have the right to request access to your personal data and/or to correct, supplement, delete, or protect it. If you have any questions, comments, or complaints about the use of your personal data, or if you wish to unsubscribe from the newsletter or other products, you can always contact us. You can address such questions or requests to info@businessfashionacademy.nl

 

Dutch Data Protection Authority
Under privacy legislation, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority about our processing of personal data. You can contact the Dutch Data Protection Authority for this purpose.

 

Changes

If the website or working methods change, we may be required to amend this privacy statement. So always check the date and check regularly for new versions.

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Latest version: 07-01-2023

 

Contact
BFA Business Fashion Academy
info@businessfashionacademy.nl

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