Privacy Policy
This rivacy Policy outlines how the SECEC Congress ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website, register for the congress, or interact with us in other ways.
Data Controller
Contact InformationThe data controller for the SECEC Congress website is:
European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow
Address: 69 Boulevard des Canuts, 69004 Lyon, France
Email:
Host
The site is hosted on dedicated servers leased by Ikmata, a communications agency with a share capital of €100,000, registered in the Manosque Trade and Companies Register under number B 498 163 799, headquartered at Allée de l'Arnica, Pied de Roche, 04370 Villars Colmars. The hosting is provided by Hosteur, headquartered at Route du lac Lussy 201, 1618 Châtel-Saint-Denis, Switzerland, SIRET: CH-550-1056728.
Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
Identification and Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and professional details.
Usage Information: Details of your visits to our website, IP addresses, browser information, and actions on the website.
Financial Information: For payment purposes (if applicable), including credit card information or bank details (processed through secure third-party payment providers).
Preferences and Interests: Information on your interests in specific congress sessions, speakers, or topics.
Purpose of Data Processing
Your data is collected for specific purposes, including but not limited to:
Registering your participation in the SECEC Congress.
Sending communications related to the congress, including updates, scheduling, and materials.
Managing event logistics and providing relevant information.
Processing payments and managing billing (if applicable).
Sending newsletters or promotional information, provided you have consented.
Analyzing and improving our website and services.
Legal Basis for Data Processing
We process your data on the following legal bases:
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill the contract when you register for the congress.
Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as improving user experience, securing our systems, and conducting analytics.
Consent: For optional communications (e.g., newsletters) or data processing requiring explicit consent.
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
How We Share Your Data
We may share your personal data with:
Service Providers: Companies that help us provide services, including registration platforms, payment processors, and email service providers.
Congress Partners or Sponsors: Limited data may be shared with partners or sponsors for legitimate event-related purposes, only with your consent where required.
Legal Authorities: Where legally required, we may share data with law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate protection by using data transfer agreements approved by the European Commission or by transferring to countries with adequate protection levels as recognized by the European Commission.
Data Retention Period
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal retention periods. Once this period has ended, we securely delete or anonymize your data.
Your Data Protection Rights
Under the GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal data:
Access: Request access to the data we hold about you.
Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request deletion of your data (the "right to be forgotten"), where applicable.
Restriction of Processing: Request limitations on how we process your data.
Data Portability: Request that we transfer your data to you or another organization.
Objection: Object to the processing of your data for certain purposes.
Withdrawal of Consent: If you have given consent for specific data processing, you may withdraw it at any time.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at info.congress.secec.eu
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze website usage, and deliver targeted advertising. You may choose to disable cookies via your browser settings; however, some site functionalities may be affected.
Security of Your Data
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Contact Us
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: