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COGENTA PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 21st February of 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Cogenta. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way.
2. Who We Are
Cogenta, based in Brussels, Belgium, offers a range of services including (but not limited to) CRM consulting, process optimization, organizational change management, technology integration, and project management. The specific scope, timelines, fees, and deliverables will be detailed in a relevant SOW or equivalent contract.
3. Information We Collect
We collect both personal information and non-personal information in order to deliver our consultancy services effectively, communicate with potential clients, and improve the user experience on our website. Below is an expanded overview of the types of data we gather:
3.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you contact us through our website or directly via email, phone, or other channels, we may collect details such as your name, company name, email address, and phone number. This information allows us to respond to inquiries, share relevant service updates, and maintain a professional relationship with you. If you engage our consultancy services, we collect additional business details necessary for invoicing, project management, and ongoing collaboration. These may include business addresses, billing contact details, and references to past projects or services requested.
3.2 Data Shared in the Course of Consultancy
As a CRM consulting firm, we may receive or access CRM-related data that you choose to share with us for the purpose of system implementation, data migration, troubleshooting, or optimization. This data can include but is not limited to sales leads, customer contact details, and records of business transactions. We treat this information as strictly confidential and use it solely to perform the consultancy tasks requested.
3.3 Usage Data
Whenever you visit our website, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically. This data typically includes your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, and pages visited. We analyze this usage data to understand how visitors interact with our site, identify areas for improvement, and tailor our content to better meet user needs.
3.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies to provide you with a more personalized user experience. Cookies help us remember user preferences, analyze site traffic patterns, and track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. While cookies are often automatically accepted by web browsers, you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or notify you before accepting them.
3.5 Communications
If you communicate with Cogenta by email, phone, or other channels, we may record and store those communications, including any accompanying attachments, in order to respond to your inquiries, maintain accurate records, and improve our service delivery.
3.6 Data from Third Parties
In certain cases, we may receive information about you from third parties, such as referral partners or publicly available sources. This can include business contact information or details about your professional role within an organization. We use this information to verify the details you have provided and to refine our consulting services.
4. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to provide and manage our CRM consulting services, communicate with you about your inquiries and projects, enhance our website and service offerings, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. If you have given explicit consent, we may also use your contact information for occasional marketing updates regarding our services.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, in the course of delivering our services, we may share your information with trusted service providers who assist in specific areas such as website hosting, analytics, or CRM software partnerships. In cases where collaboration with business partners is necessary to execute a project, relevant information may be shared with them. Additionally, we may disclose your information when legally required to regulatory authorities or in compliance with legal processes.
6. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include secure storage, access controls, encryption, and regular security audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. The duration of retention depends on legal obligations, business relationships, and your specific requests regarding data deletion. When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal limitations. You may withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time and request restrictions on data processing in certain circumstances. If applicable, you can also request a copy of your data in a structured format. To exercise these rights, you can contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You have the ability to manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies before sharing any information.
11. International Data Transfers
If you access our website from outside the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred and processed in regions with different data protection laws. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure data security in such transfers.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website, and we will notify you of significant changes where required.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us at: info@cogenta.io
Effective Date: 21st February of 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Cogenta. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any way.
2. Who We Are
Cogenta, based in Brussels, Belgium, offers a range of services including (but not limited to) CRM consulting, process optimization, organizational change management, technology integration, and project management. The specific scope, timelines, fees, and deliverables will be detailed in a relevant SOW or equivalent contract.
3. Information We Collect
We collect both personal information and non-personal information in order to deliver our consultancy services effectively, communicate with potential clients, and improve the user experience on our website. Below is an expanded overview of the types of data we gather:
3.1 Personal Information You Provide
When you contact us through our website or directly via email, phone, or other channels, we may collect details such as your name, company name, email address, and phone number. This information allows us to respond to inquiries, share relevant service updates, and maintain a professional relationship with you. If you engage our consultancy services, we collect additional business details necessary for invoicing, project management, and ongoing collaboration. These may include business addresses, billing contact details, and references to past projects or services requested.
3.2 Data Shared in the Course of Consultancy
As a CRM consulting firm, we may receive or access CRM-related data that you choose to share with us for the purpose of system implementation, data migration, troubleshooting, or optimization. This data can include but is not limited to sales leads, customer contact details, and records of business transactions. We treat this information as strictly confidential and use it solely to perform the consultancy tasks requested.
3.3 Usage Data
Whenever you visit our website, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically. This data typically includes your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, and pages visited. We analyze this usage data to understand how visitors interact with our site, identify areas for improvement, and tailor our content to better meet user needs.
3.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies to provide you with a more personalized user experience. Cookies help us remember user preferences, analyze site traffic patterns, and track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. While cookies are often automatically accepted by web browsers, you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or notify you before accepting them.
3.5 Communications
If you communicate with Cogenta by email, phone, or other channels, we may record and store those communications, including any accompanying attachments, in order to respond to your inquiries, maintain accurate records, and improve our service delivery.
3.6 Data from Third Parties
In certain cases, we may receive information about you from third parties, such as referral partners or publicly available sources. This can include business contact information or details about your professional role within an organization. We use this information to verify the details you have provided and to refine our consulting services.
4. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to provide and manage our CRM consulting services, communicate with you about your inquiries and projects, enhance our website and service offerings, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. If you have given explicit consent, we may also use your contact information for occasional marketing updates regarding our services.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, in the course of delivering our services, we may share your information with trusted service providers who assist in specific areas such as website hosting, analytics, or CRM software partnerships. In cases where collaboration with business partners is necessary to execute a project, relevant information may be shared with them. Additionally, we may disclose your information when legally required to regulatory authorities or in compliance with legal processes.
6. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include secure storage, access controls, encryption, and regular security audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. The duration of retention depends on legal obligations, business relationships, and your specific requests regarding data deletion. When no longer needed, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal limitations. You may withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time and request restrictions on data processing in certain circumstances. If applicable, you can also request a copy of your data in a structured format. To exercise these rights, you can contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You have the ability to manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies before sharing any information.
11. International Data Transfers
If you access our website from outside the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred and processed in regions with different data protection laws. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure data security in such transfers.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website, and we will notify you of significant changes where required.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us at: info@cogenta.io
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