Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 15, 2024

Thank you for visiting UPKAIZEN’s website. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

1. Without Providing Personal Information

You are welcome to utilize our website without disclosing any personal information. 

1.1 Cookies

See our Cookie Policy.

1.2 Usage Analysis on our Website – Google Analytics

We utilize Google Analytics to gather information about how visitors interact with our website. Google Universal Analytics collects usage data by placing cookies on your device. The collected information, including your IP address, is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. However, we have enabled IP anonymization, which masks the last octet of the IP address, ensuring your privacy. The purpose of using Google Analytics is to analyze website traffic and improve our services.

Opt-Out Options: You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

1.3 Links to Social Networks

Our website may contain links to social networks. Please note that clicking on these links may result in the collection of your information by these third-party platforms. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these platforms before providing any personal information.

2. Processing of Personal Data
2.1 Newsletter

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect personal information such as your name and email address. We use this information to send you updates, promotions, and other relevant content. You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by following the instructions provided in the email or contacting us directly.

3. Further Declarations on Data Protection
3.1 Responsible Office

UPKAIZEN is responsible for the processing of your personal data. If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the handling of your information, please contact us at info@upkaizen.com.

3.2 Your Rights as Data Subject, Revocation of Consent

You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal information held by us. You may also revoke any consent you have given for the processing of your data. To exercise these rights or make any inquiries regarding your personal data, please contact us using the details provided above.

3.3 Applications

When you submit an application for employment or collaboration with UPKAIZEN, we may collect personal information such as your resume/CV and contact details. This information will only be used for the purpose of evaluating your application and will not be shared with third parties without your consent.

3.4 Linked Pages

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit via external links.

4. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

6. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your jurisdiction where our servers are located or where service providers are located. Please note that these countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction, and by using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information from our systems.

8. Third-Party Service Providers

We may engage third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our services, provide services on our behalf, perform website-related services, or assist us in analyzing how our services are used. These third parties may have access to your personal information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

9. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We will only process your personal data when we have a legal basis for doing so. This may include the performance of a contract, compliance with a legal obligation, protection of vital interests, consent, or legitimate interests pursued by us or a third party.

10. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information and presents a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Automated Decision Making and Profiling\

We do not engage in automated decision-making processes or profiling that significantly affect individuals. However, if such processes are implemented in the future, we will provide appropriate notice and safeguards in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Data Subject Requests

If you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, including accessing, correcting, or deleting your information, please contact us using the details provided in this Privacy Policy. We will respond to your request within the timeframes specified by applicable data protection laws.

13. Complaints

If you believe that your privacy rights have been violated or if you have any concerns regarding our handling of your personal information, please contact us. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.

14. GDPR Compliance

We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. If you are located in the European Union or if we process your personal data in connection with offering goods or services to individuals in the EU, the following additional provisions apply:

14.1. Lawful Basis for Processing

We will only process your personal data when we have a lawful basis for doing so under the GDPR. This may include your consent, the performance of a contract, compliance with a legal obligation, protection of vital interests, or the pursuit of legitimate interests.

14.2. Rights of Data Subjects

Under the GDPR, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, rectify, or erase your data, the right to restrict or object to its processing, and the right to data portability. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in this Privacy Policy.

14.3. Cross-Border Data Transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with GDPR requirements.

14.4. GDPR Complaints

If you believe that we have violated your rights under the GDPR or if you have any concerns regarding our processing of your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. However, we encourage you to contact us first so that we can address your concerns directly.

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Estonia. Any disputes arising out of or related to this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Estonia.

UPKAIZEN OÜ

Tallinn, Estonia

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