Your Privacy with Women in Digital Marketing & Design, WIDD Network®

At WIDD Network, safeguarding your privacy is a top priority for us. To ensure transparency and security, we've formulated this policy to elucidate how we gather, utilise, communicate, and safeguard personal information. Here's an overview of our privacy principles:

  1. Prior to or during the collection of personal information, we will explicitly specify the intended purposes for which the information is being gathered.

  2. We will collect and use personal information solely to achieve the purposes outlined by us, or for other compatible objectives, unless we have obtained the individual's consent or are obligated to do so by law.

  3. Personal information will only be retained for as long as it is required to fulfill the designated purposes. We will gather personal information through lawful and equitable means and, when appropriate, with the awareness and consent of the individuals concerned.

  4. Personal data should be pertinent to the purposes for which it is intended, and, to the extent required for those purposes, it should be accurate, complete, and up-to-date.

  5. We will apply reasonable security measures to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or alteration.

  6. Information regarding our policies and practices concerning the management of personal data will be readily accessible to our customers.

Our commitment is to operate our business in harmony with these principles to guarantee the preservation and protection of the confidentiality of personal information.

Please note that we may periodically update this Privacy Policy, and we recommend checking it regularly. Should there be any significant changes to this policy, we will provide notice on our website prior to the changes taking effect. 

This privacy policy is a binding agreement between you, the Website User, and WIDD Network, the proprietor and supplier of this Website. We take the protection of your information extremely seriously. The terms of this privacy policy extend to all Data acquired by us or submitted by you concerning your use of the Website.

Please carefully review this privacy policy.

Definitions and Interpretation

1.    Within this privacy policy, the following terms and definitions are employed:

·Data: Refers collectively to all information you provide to WIDD Network through the Website. This definition encompasses, as applicable, definitions outlined in Data Protection Laws.

·Cookies: Denotes small text files deposited on your computer by this Website when you visit specific portions of the Website or utilise particular features of the Website. You can find detailed information about the cookies employed by this Website in the 'Cookies' section below.

·Data Protection Laws: Encompasses any applicable legal framework related to the processing of personal Data, including but not limited to the Data Protection Directive 96/46/EC or the GDPR, along with any national laws, regulations, and subsidiary legislation, for the duration of the GDPR's effectiveness in the UK.

·GDPR: Represents the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

·User or you: Denotes any third party accessing the Website who is not either (i) employed by WIDD Network and acting within the scope of their employment, or (ii) engaged as a consultant or providing services to WIDD Network while accessing the Website for such service provision.

·UK and EU Cookie Law: Refers to the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, amended by the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) (Amendment) Regulations 2011.

 

 

2.    In this privacy policy, unless the context dictates otherwise:

a. The singular shall be inclusive of the plural and vice versa.

b. References to sub-clauses, clauses, schedules, or appendices refer to the corresponding sub-clauses, clauses, schedules, or appendices within this privacy policy.

c. A reference to an individual extends to firms, companies, government entities, trusts, and partnerships.

d. The term "including" is interpreted to mean "including without limitations."

e. References to statutory provisions encompass any modifications or amendments to them.

f. Headings and sub-headings are not integral to this privacy policy.

Scope of this Privacy Policy

3.This privacy notice is exclusively relevant to the actions of WIDD Network and Users. It does not extend to external websites or third parties that can be accessed from this website, including, but not limited to, any links we may provide to social media websites.

Data Collection

4. We may gather the following Data, including personal Data, from you: Name, Gender, Job title, Job seniority, Company name, Contact Information (email addresses and telephone numbers), Demographic information like postcode, preferences, and interests, Responses to surveys, IP address (automatically collected), Web browser type and version (automatically collected), Operating system (automatically collected).

All data collection aligns with the guidelines outlined in this privacy policy.

How We Collect Data

5.    We collect Data through the following methods:

· Data is provided by you.

·Data is collected automatically.

Data Provided by You

6.    WIDD Network will collect your Data through various methods, including:

  • When you contact us through the Website, by telephone, post, email, social media or other means.

  • When you register with us and set up an account to receive our products/services.

  • When you make payments to us, either through this Website or other means.

  • When you opt to receive marketing communications from us.

  • When you use our services.

Data Collected Automatically

7.    To the extent that you access the Website, we will collect your Data automatically, for example:

  • We automatically collect certain information about your visit to the Website. This information assists us in improving Website content and navigation and includes your IP address, the date, times, and frequency of your access to the Website, and the manner in which you use and interact with its content.

  • We will collect your Data automatically through cookies, following your browser's cookie settings. For more details about cookies and how we utilise them on the Website, refer to the section titled "Cookies" below.

Our Use of Data

8.    Any or all of the above Data may be necessary for us from time to time to provide you with the best possible service and experience when using our website. Specifically, Data may be used by us for the following purposes:

  • Internal record-keeping.

  • Enhancement of our products/services.

  • Transmission of marketing materials via email that may be of interest to you.

  • Contact for market research purposes, which may be conducted using email, telephone, fax, or mail. Such information may be used to personalise or update the Website.

All such utilisation of Data complies with the provisions set forth in this privacy policy.

9.  We may use your Data for the above purposes if we determine it necessary for our legitimate interests. If you are dissatisfied with this, you have the right to object in specific circumstances, as indicated in the "Your rights" section below.

10. To facilitate the direct marketing of our services through email, if you are dissatisfied with our marketing approach, you retain the right to withdraw your consent at any time. Information on how to withdraw your consent can be found in the "Your Rights" section below.

11. When you register with us and establish an account to receive our services, the legal basis for processing your data is the fulfillments of a contract between you and us and/or taking necessary steps, as per your request, to establish such a contract.

Data Sharing

12. We may share your Data with the following groups for the following purposes:

  • Any of our group companies or affiliates, ensuring the proper administration of your website and business.

  • Our employees, agents, and professional advisors, seeking advice from professional consultants.

  • Third-party service providers delivering services to us, necessitating the processing of personal data.

  • Third-party payment providers handling payments conducted on the Website, facilitating user payments and refunds.

  • Relevant authorities, to aid in the detection of criminal activity or the collection of taxes or duties, all in accordance with this privacy policy.

15. Several of our events and products are co-branded or sponsored by third-party exhibitors or sponsors. Your details may be shared with these third-party partners. These third-party partners will use your details in accordance with the provided notice and their privacy policy, which is not covered by this Privacy Policy.

Data Retention

16. Unless a lengthier data retention period is mandated or allowed by law, we will maintain your Data on our systems solely for the period required to carry out the purposes detailed in this privacy policy or until you request the Data's deletion.

17.  Even if your Data is deleted, it may still exist on backup or archival media for legal, tax, or regulatory reasons.

Your Rights

19.   In relation to your Data, you have the following rights:

  • Right to access: The right to request copies of your information that we possess at any time, or request modification, updates, or removal of such information. We will not charge you for this unless your request is "manifestly unfounded or excessive." Where legally permitted, we may refuse your request, in which case, we will provide the reasons for the refusal.

  • Right to rectify: The right to have inaccuracies or incompleteness in your Data corrected.

  • Right to erase: The right to request the removal or deletion of your Data from our systems.

  • Right to restrict data usage: The right to prevent us from using your Data or limit the way in which we can use it.

  • Right to data portability: The right to request the movement, copying, or transfer of your Data.

  • Right to object: The right to object to our use of your Data, especially where we use it for our legitimate interests.

20.  To make inquiries, exercise any of the rights mentioned above, or withdraw your consent for Data processing (if consent is the legal basis for processing your Data), please contact us via the following email address: hello@widdnetwork.com.

21.If you are dissatisfied with the way we handle a complaint concerning your Data, you may be able to escalate the issue to the relevant data protection authority. In the UK, this authority is the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). You can find the ICO's contact details on their website at https://ico.org.uk/.

22.Maintaining accurate and current data is essential. Please keep us informed if your Data changes during the period in which we retain it.

Transfers Outside the European Economic Area

23.   Data collected from you may be stored, processed, and transmitted to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). For instance, this may occur if our servers are located in a country beyond the EEA or if our service providers are situated in such countries. We also share information with our group companies, some of which are based outside the EEA. To ensure your Data receives an appropriate level of protection, we have implemented suitable safeguards and procedures with the third parties we share your Data with, ensuring they handle your Data in line with Data Protection Laws.

 

24. We will only transfer Data outside the EEA when it complies with data protection regulations and the method of transfer ensures appropriate safeguards for your data. This may include utilising data transfer agreements that incorporate the current standard contractual clauses as endorsed by the European Commission or adhering to the EU-US Privacy Shield Framework if the receiving organization is situated in the United States of America.

25.  To guarantee that your Data enjoys a sufficient level of protection, we have implemented suitable safeguards and protocols with the third parties with whom we share your Data. This ensures that those third parties handle your Data in a manner consistent with Data Protection Laws.

Links to Other Websites

26.  Periodically, this Website may provide links to other websites. We lack control over such websites and are not responsible for their content. This privacy policy does not encompass your usage of these websites. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policy or statement of other websites before utilising them.

Changes in Business Ownership and Control

27.  On occasion, we may expand or downsize our business, potentially involving the sale or transfer of control over all or part of our business. Data provided by Users will be transferred, if relevant to any transferred portion of our business, along with that portion. The new owner or controlling party will, in accordance with the provisions of this privacy policy, be permitted to utilize the Data for the original purposes it was supplied to us.

28. We may also disclose Data to a potential purchaser of our business or a part thereof.

29.  In such situations, we will take actions with the intent of safeguarding your privacy.

Tickets and Membership
30. By purchasing a membership or event ticket, you agree to our refund policy. Membership fees are non-refundable after one month of activation. Event tickets are non-refundable if canceled within two weeks of the event date. This policy helps us effectively plan and allocate resources for our members and events. We appreciate your understanding and support.

Cookies

31.  This Website may employ certain Cookies to be placed on and accessed from your computer. We use Cookies to enhance your experience while using the Website and to improve the scope of our services. These Cookies have been thoughtfully selected, and we have implemented measures to ensure your privacy is protected and respected continually.

32.All Cookies used by this Website comply with current UK and EU Cookie Law.

33.   Before this Website installs Cookies on your computer, a message bar will appear, requesting your consent to set these Cookies. Granting consent for placing Cookies enables WIDD Network to deliver an improved experience and service to you. You may choose to withhold consent for installing Cookies if you wish; however, certain Website features may not function entirely or as originally intended.

34. This Website may utilise the following types of Cookies:

Purpose Essential Cookies: These are cookies that are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They include, for instance, cookies that allow you to log into secure areas of our website, utilise a shopping cart, or make use of electronic billing services.

35. A list of the Cookies that we employ can be found in the Cookies Schedule.

36. You have the option to enable or disable Cookies in your web browser. Typically, web browsers accept Cookies by default, but this can be adjusted. For further information, please refer to the help menu in your web browser.

37. You can decide to remove Cookies at any time; however, doing so may result in the loss of information that facilitates faster and more efficient access to the Website, including but not limited to personalisation settings.

38 It is advisable to ensure that your web browser is kept up to date and to seek assistance and guidance from your web browser's developer if you have questions about modifying your privacy settings.

39. For comprehensive information about cookies, including instructions on how to disable them, please consult aboutcookies.org. You can also find instructions on removing cookies from your computer.

General

40. You are not permitted to transfer any of your rights under this privacy policy to any other individual. We may transfer our rights under this privacy policy when we reasonably believe that your rights will not be adversely affected.

41. If any court or competent authority determines that any provision of this privacy policy (or any part of it) is invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision or part-provision will be deemed to be removed to the extent necessary, and the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this privacy policy will remain unaffected.

42.  In the absence of any other agreement, no delay, action, or omission by a party in exercising any right or remedy shall be regarded as a waiver of that right or remedy, or any other right or remedy.

43. This Agreement will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. All disputes arising under the Agreement will fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the English and Welsh courts.

Changes to this privacy policy

44. WIDD Network retains the right to modify this privacy policy as we may consider necessary from time to time or as may be mandated by law. While WIDD Network makes every effort to maintain the accuracy and currency of material on this site, there may be delays, errors, or omissions. The information presented on this Site is subject to change, and WIDD Network does not guarantee or warrant the suitability, completeness, accuracy, or currency of any information on this site, nor that any services will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.

Any alterations posted on the Website will be considered accepted by you on your initial use of the Website following the changes. Please check back periodically for updates, or contact WIDD Network via email at hello@widdnetwork.com.

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