Privacy and Cookie Policy

Introduction

The website buddyhappy.eu is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data and outlines our use of cookies in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the French Data Protection Act.

By continuing to browse our site, you agree to the terms of this policy. You can modify your preferences at any time via the "Cookie Preferences" link located at the bottom of each page.

1. Collection and Processing of Personal Data

1.1 Data We Collect

We collect personal data through various means:

  • Data provided directly by you: Information such as your name, surname, email address, or any other data submitted when creating an account or filling out a form.
  • Browsing data: Information such as your IP address, pages visited, browsing duration, or interactions with our site.

1.2 Purposes of Data Use

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To provide requested services (e.g., account creation, secure access).
  • To improve the user experience by analyzing browsing behavior and personalizing content.
  • To comply with legal obligations (fraud prevention, payment security).

1.3 Sharing of Data

Your data may be shared with:

  • Trusted partners: For example, third-party services like Google or Facebook for data analysis and personalized advertising.
  • Competent authorities: When required by law.

International Data Transfers: If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area, we ensure that such transfers comply with GDPR through mechanisms like standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions.

2. Use of Cookies

2.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) during your visit to our site. They help remember your preferences, improve site performance, and personalize your experience.

2.2 Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

    • Essential for the functioning of the site (e.g., secure login, shopping cart).
    • These cookies do not require your prior consent.

  2. Performance Cookies

    • Used to analyze website traffic and understand how the site is used.
    • Examples: Google Analytics. Data collected is anonymized.

  3. Functionality Cookies

    • Used to remember your preferences (e.g., language, region).
    • These cookies personalize your experience.

  4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

    • Used to display personalized ads based on your interests.
    • Provided by third parties such as Google Ads or Facebook Pixel.

3. Consent and Cookie Management

3.1 Collecting Consent

In compliance with the regulations, we obtain your explicit consent for the use of non-essential cookies. A banner is displayed on your first visit, allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies.
  • Reject all non-essential cookies.
  • Customize your preferences.

3.2 Modifying Your Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through:

  • The "Cookie Preferences" link located at the bottom of each page.
  • Your browser settings (note that this may affect site functionality).

3.3 Retention Period

Cookies are retained for specific durations:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted as soon as you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Retained for a maximum of 13 months, in accordance with CNIL guidelines.

4. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive data.
  • Strict access controls.
  • Regular monitoring of our security systems.

5. Your Rights

In compliance with GDPR, you have the following rights:

  1. Right of Access: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  2. Right of Rectification: You can correct inaccurate data.
  3. Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data.
  4. Right to Object: You can refuse the processing of your data for specific purposes, such as targeted advertising.
  5. Right to Data Portability: You can obtain your data in a machine-readable format.
  6. Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us at:info(@)buddyhappy.eu.

6. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy at any time. The latest update date will be indicated at the top of the document. Any significant changes will be communicated through our site.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us: