GDPR Compliance Policy for FrenchAI

Effective Date: 11/7/2024
FrenchAI values your privacy and is committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This GDPR Compliance Policy outlines how we collect, process, and protect personal data on our website, frechai.com.

1. Data Collection and Processing

1.1 Personal Data We Collect:

We may collect personal information when you interact with our website, such as your name, email address, IP address, and browsing information. We collect data through forms (e.g., newsletter signup, contact forms), cookies, and user interactions with our website.

1.2 Purpose of Data Collection:

We use personal data for the following purposes: To improve website functionality and user experience. To communicate with users, including sending newsletters and updates. To analyze user behavior for website optimization. For targeted advertising and marketing activities. We only collect data necessary for each purpose and will seek consent where required.

1.3 Legal Basis for Processing:

Our legal bases for processing personal data include user consent, contract necessity, compliance with legal obligations, and our legitimate interest in improving FrenchAI.

2. User Rights under GDPR

As a user, you have specific rights under GDPR concerning your personal data:

2.1 Right of Access:

You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you and to receive a copy of your data in a commonly used format.

2.2 Right to Rectification:

If your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request corrections.

2.3 Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten):

You may request the deletion of your personal data if it is no longer needed for the purposes for which it was collected or if you withdraw consent.

2.4 Right to Restriction of Processing:

You may request that we limit the processing of your data under certain circumstances, such as pending the outcome of a dispute regarding data accuracy.

2.5 Right to Data Portability:

You have the right to request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format and to transfer it to another data controller, where feasible.

2.6 Right to Object:

You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or when processing is based on legitimate interests. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

3. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Data retention periods may vary depending on data types and purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 Cookie Use:

FrenchAI uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, gather website usage data, and provide personalized ads. Cookies may be first-party (set by our website) or third-party (set by partners or service providers like Google Analytics).

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use:

Necessary Cookies: Essential for site functionality. Analytical Cookies: Collect information on how users interact with the site to improve performance. Advertising Cookies: Used for targeted advertisements and analyzing ad performance.

4.3 Cookie Consent and Control:

Upon your first visit, you will be prompted to accept or decline cookies. You may also change your cookie preferences at any time via your browser settings. You can opt out of interest-based ads through your browser settings or by visiting Your Ad Choices.

5. Third-Party Advertising and Analytics

We may partner with third-party advertising networks, such as Google AdSense, to deliver personalized advertisements on our website. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to collect data about your interactions with FrenchAI and other websites.

5.1 Data Collection for Ads:

Our advertising partners may collect information about your interactions on our site to serve relevant ads based on your interests. We ensure that any third-party data collection aligns with GDPR requirements and requires user consent where applicable.

5.2 Opting Out of Ads:

You may opt out of personalized ads through browser settings or by adjusting ad settings on third-party networks.

6. Security of Your Data

We implement technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. Despite our efforts, no data transmission over the internet or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

7. Data Sharing and Transfers

7.1 Third-Party Service Providers:

We may share your data with third-party service providers, such as hosting providers, analytics services, and advertising networks, to perform services on our behalf. These providers are contractually bound to handle your data securely and in compliance with GDPR.

7.2 International Data Transfers:

If we transfer your data outside the EU, we will take steps to ensure your data is protected through legally accepted transfer mechanisms, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

8. Changes to This GDPR Policy

We may update this GDPR Compliance Policy as required by law or changes in our data practices. Updates will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of any material changes.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this GDPR Compliance Policy, or if you would like to exercise any of your rights under GDPR, please contact us at: Email: [email protected] Address: USA Thank you for trusting FrenchAI with your data. We are committed to transparency and ensuring your data privacy.