Privacy Policy for ExpoGSM
Effective Date: 2025-09-01
Last Updated: 2025-09-01
ExpoGSM (“ExpoGSM”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with global data protection laws and regulations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you use our website, marketplace, and related services.
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with major global privacy frameworks, including but not limited to:
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
The UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
The Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada
Other relevant international privacy and data protection standards
By using ExpoGSM, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
a) Personal Information Provided by You
Full name, company name, position/title
Business email address, phone number, and postal address
Login credentials (username, password – stored securely and encrypted)
Profile details, business descriptions, uploaded media, and listings
Communication preferences and consents
b) Transaction & Billing Information
Payment details (collected securely via third-party providers)
Billing addresses and transaction history
c) Automatically Collected Information
IP address, browser type, device identifiers
Location data (approximate, based on IP)
Log files, usage statistics, and browsing activity on our website
Cookies, beacons, and similar tracking technologies
d) Communications
Messages sent via our platform between businesses
Support requests, feedback, or inquiries
2. Purposes of Data Processing
We process your information for the following purposes:
To create and manage your account
To display business listings, marketplace ads, and trade opportunities
To connect buyers, suppliers, brands, and service providers
To process membership subscriptions and payments
To send service-related notifications, newsletters, and promotions (with your consent)
To maintain website functionality, analytics, and performance improvements
To detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, abuse, or security incidents
To comply with applicable laws, legal requests, and regulatory requirements
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
Where applicable under GDPR and similar laws, we rely on:
Contractual necessity – to provide services you requested
Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our platform
Consent – for marketing, cookies, or data sharing where required
Legal obligations – to comply with financial, tax, and legal requirements
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell personal data. We may share information in the following cases:
With Other Members: Your business details (name, email, contact info, profile, and listings) are visible to other registered users of ExpoGSM.
With Service Providers: Hosting partners, analytics services, email platforms, and payment processors (under strict confidentiality agreements).
Legal Requirements: To comply with subpoenas, law enforcement requests, or regulatory investigations.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of ExpoGSM assets.
5. International Data Transfers
ExpoGSM operates globally. Your data may be transferred and stored in countries outside your own, including jurisdictions that may not have equivalent data protection laws. We implement appropriate safeguards, such as:
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with service providers
Technical and organizational measures to ensure security
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary:
For active accounts: while you are a member of ExpoGSM
For legal, regulatory, or accounting obligations: as required by law
For inactive accounts: your data will be deleted or anonymized after a reasonable period, unless you request earlier deletion
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your data
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit the use of your data under certain conditions
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object: Stop direct marketing or object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Withdraw Consent: If processing is based on consent, you may withdraw at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
ExpoGSM uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Enable core website functionality
Remember your preferences
Analyze usage trends and improve performance
Deliver targeted advertising (if applicable)
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the platform may not function properly.
9. Data Security
We use industry-standard technical, organizational, and administrative measures to protect your personal data, including:
Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption
Regular system monitoring and penetration testing
Role-based access controls
Data minimization and pseudonymization where possible
Despite these measures, no system is 100% secure. You acknowledge that information shared online carries some risk.
10. Children’s Privacy
ExpoGSM does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
11. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their privacy policies separately.
12. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our services after changes means you accept the updated policy.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
ExpoGSM Privacy Team
Email: privacy@expogsm.com
Website: expogsm.com