Privacy Policy Page

Last Updated: October 15, 2024

At Seglian Manufacturing Group, your privacy is of paramount importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when interacting with our website, in compliance with both Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy also explains your rights under these regulations, including how to manage your cookie preferences and communication preferences.

 

1. Data Collection and Usage

We collect and process personal data to deliver our services effectively, improve your experience, and comply with legal obligations. Personal data includes information such as your name, email address, phone number, and IP address.

1.1 How We Collect Your Data

    • Information you provide directly (e.g., when filling out forms or contacting us).
    • Automatically through cookies or similar tracking technologies.
    • From third-party analytics or marketing partners.

1.2 How We Use Your Data

    • Communicate with you about updates, offers, and other information related to our services, only with your consent (CASL and GDPR-compliant).
    • Enhance and personalize your experience on our website.
    • Analyze website traffic and usage for marketing and performance improvements.
    • Ensure compliance with legal obligations (e.g., CASL, GDPR).

 

2. CASL and GDPR Compliance

2.1 CASL Compliance

As a Canadian-based organization, we comply with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL). This means:

    • Consent: We require explicit consent before sending any commercial electronic messages (CEMs) to individuals in Canada. We ensure that users have opted in before receiving emails or SMS communications from us.
    • Opt-out Mechanism: Every CEM includes an unsubscribe link, allowing recipients to easily opt out of future communications. Requests to unsubscribe are honored within 10 business days.
    • Accurate Identification: We ensure that all CEMs accurately identify Seglian Manufacturing Group as the sender, with clear contact details.

2.2 GDPR Compliance

For individuals based in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This includes:

    • Lawful Basis for Processing: We process personal data based on your consent, to fulfill a contract, or to comply with legal obligations. You can withdraw your consent at any time.
    • Your Rights: Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

      • Right to Access: You can request a copy of your personal data that we hold.

      • Right to Rectification: You can request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.

      • Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data under certain circumstances.

      • Right to Restriction: You can request the restriction of your data processing in certain situations.

      • Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

      • Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.

 

3. Cookie Policy

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze how visitors use our website. This section outlines what cookies are, the types we use, and how to manage your cookie preferences.

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. These help us remember your preferences, understand how you interact with our site, and improve your overall experience.

3.2 Types of Cookies We Use

    • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly, enabling basic navigation and access to secure areas.
    • Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous data on how visitors use our website, helping us improve performance.
    • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., language settings) to enhance your experience.
    • Marketing Cookies: Track your online behavior to deliver personalized advertising and measure marketing effectiveness.

3.3 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

    • You can manage your cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to:
    • View cookies stored on your device and delete them.
    • Block cookies from specific websites.
    • Block all cookies or delete all cookies when you close your browser.

*Note: Disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of the website.

 

4. Third-Party Data Sharing

We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers, such as analytics and advertising partners, who help us operate our website and deliver services. These partners are subject to strict data protection and confidentiality agreements, and we ensure that they comply with both CASL and GDPR.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. If you withdraw consent, we will cease processing your personal data and remove it from our records, unless we are required to retain it for legal reasons.

 

6. Your Privacy Rights

As part of our commitment to data privacy, you can exercise the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to your personal data at any time.
  • Correction: Request updates or corrections to your data if it’s inaccurate.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data when it’s no longer necessary.
  • Opt-Out: Opt-out of marketing communications by using the unsubscribe link or adjusting your communication preferences.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

*For any of these requests, please contact us at [email protected].

 

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. Please review this page periodically for the latest information.

 

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this policy or want to exercise any of your privacy rights, please contact us at: