Privacy Policy – Impakt Makers

1.Introduction

The purpose of this privacy policy is to inform users of the Impakt Makers platform about how their personal data is collected, used and protected, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679, known as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2.Data controller

Personal data collected on the Impakt Makers platform is processed by:
MEET AND COM
SARL
107 rue Armand Silvestre, 92400 Courbevoie – France
SIREN: 492 580 550

MEET AND COM acts as the data controller within the meaning of the GDPR.
Impakt Makers is a brand and events platform operated by MEET AND COM.

3.Description of the platform

Impakt Makers is a community and events platform that allows users to:
  • register for professional events (B2B trade fairs, networking events, forums),
  • create a user account,
  • access networking features and connect with other participants,
  • use a dedicated mobile app.
You must create an account to take part in events and access the platform’s features.

4.Personal data collected

4.1 Personal and professional details
  • Surname and first name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Role / position
  • Company / organisation
  • Postal address
  • Industry sector
  • Company size
  • Professional interests
  • Objectives and reasons for attending events
4.2 Specific data
  • Food intolerances, collected solely for the purpose of organising meals during events.
This data is used exclusively for this purpose and with the explicit consent of the data subject.

4.3 Technical data
Certain technical data may be collected automatically when using the platform, including:
  • IP address,
  • connection data,
  • information relating to the browser or device used.
This data is necessary for the proper functioning, security and improvement of the service.

5.Purposes of processing

Personal data is collected for the following purposes:
  • managing event registrations,
  • access to and use of the community platform,
  • facilitating connections and networking among participants,
  • providing practical information relating to events,
  • sending communications and newsletters (with consent),
  • compiling statistics and conducting usage analyses,
  • improving the user experience,
  • ensuring the security and smooth operation of the platform.

6.Legal basis for processing

Data processing is based on:
  • the user’s consent,
  • the provision of the services offered by the platform.
Users may withdraw their consent at any time, in particular by unsubscribing from communications.

7.Data sharing between users

As part of the networking features, certain data may be visible to other participants at an event.
The data concerned is limited to:
  • first name and surname,
  • job title,
  • company.
No sensitive data or direct contact details (email, telephone number) are shared automatically.
Users are clearly informed of this sharing when they register on the platform and for events.

8.Recipients of the data and data processors

Personal data may be shared with the following technical service providers, acting as data processors:
  • Sellsy (CRM),
  • inwink (events and community platform),
  • Sendinblue (email marketing),
  • OVH (web hosting).
Data is not transferred outside the European Union.

9.Duration of storage

Personal data is retained for as long as the user account remains active.
Data is deleted at the user’s request, in accordance with the procedure described below.

10.User rights

In accordance with current regulations, users have the following rights:
  • the right of access,
  • the right to rectification, 
  • the right to erasure.
These rights may be exercised:

11.Cookies

The Impakt Makers platform uses cookies to ensure it functions properly and to improve the user experience.
When visiting the site for the first time, an information banner allows the user to accept or refuse the use of cookies, in accordance with current regulations.
The cookies used may include:
  • cookies strictly necessary for the site to function,
  • cookies for audience measurement and analysis of platform usage.
Users may change their cookie preferences at any time via their browser settings or by using the options provided when the cookie banner is displayed.

12.Data security

MEET AND COM implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure the security, integrity and confidentiality of personal data and to prevent any unauthorised access.

13.Policy change

This privacy policy may be amended at any time to ensure it complies with current regulations.
The applicable version is the one published on the platform at the time the service is used.