{"id":219,"date":"2020-09-30T17:27:54","date_gmt":"2020-09-30T17:27:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cssigniter.com\/demos\/aegean-resort\/?page_id=219"},"modified":"2025-10-08T09:50:35","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T09:50:35","slug":"privacy-policy-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carmaalliance.com\/?page_id=219","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> 8 October 2025<br><strong>Last Updated:<\/strong> 8 October 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This Privacy Policy describes how <strong>CARMA \u2013 Car Parts Merchants Alliance<\/strong> (\u201cCARMA\u201d, \u201cwe\u201d, \u201cour\u201d, \u201cus\u201d) collects, uses, and protects personal data in compliance with the <strong>EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016\/679)<\/strong> and any applicable data protection laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CARMA is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Data Controller<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The data controller responsible for your personal data is:<br><strong>CARMA \u2013 Car Parts Merchants Alliance<\/strong><br>Head Office: Ag. Dimitriou 26. Thessaloniki Greece<br>Email: info@carmaalliance.com<br>Phone: +30 231 053 3540<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. What Data We Collect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identification and contact data:<\/strong> name, surname, company name, email address, phone number, business address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transactional data:<\/strong> information necessary to process orders, invoices, or account management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical data:<\/strong> IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and website usage statistics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Communication data:<\/strong> information provided in emails, forms, or other correspondence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We do <strong>not<\/strong> intentionally collect any special categories of personal data (such as health or biometric data).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. How We Collect Your Data<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We collect personal data in the following ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When you fill out a contact or registration form on our website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you correspond with us by email or phone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you engage with us as a client, partner, or supplier.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatically, through cookies or similar technologies when you use our website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Legal Basis for Processing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CARMA processes personal data under the following lawful bases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Contractual necessity:<\/strong> to perform a contract or take steps before entering a contract with you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legitimate interests:<\/strong> to manage and improve our business operations and communications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consent:<\/strong> when you have given us explicit consent (e.g., to receive newsletters or marketing).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal obligation:<\/strong> when processing is required to comply with applicable laws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. How We Use Your Data<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We may use your data to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Respond to inquiries or provide information about our services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process and manage orders or partnership agreements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate updates, offers, or events related to CARMA (if you have consented).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain internal records, analytics, and improve website performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Data Retention<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CARMA retains personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.<br>Once retention periods expire, data is securely deleted or anonymized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Data Sharing and International Transfers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your data may be shared with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trusted third-party service providers (such as IT, hosting, or email providers) who act as data processors under our instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partner organizations within the CARMA network, where necessary for collaboration or client service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public authorities or regulators, if required by law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We do <strong>not<\/strong> sell, rent, or trade your personal data.<br>If data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected by appropriate safeguards such as <strong>Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)<\/strong> or adequacy decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Your Data Protection Rights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Right of access<\/strong> \u2013 Request copies of your personal data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Right to rectification<\/strong> \u2013 Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Right to erasure (\u201cright to be forgotten\u201d)<\/strong> \u2013 Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Right to restrict processing<\/strong> \u2013 Request limitation of how we use your data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Right to object<\/strong> \u2013 Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Right to data portability<\/strong> \u2013 Request transfer of your data to another organization or to you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:<br>\ud83d\udce7 info@carmaaliance.com<br>\ud83d\udcde +30 231 053 3540<br>We will respond within <strong>one month<\/strong> of receiving your request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and collect analytical information.<br>Cookies help us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remember user preferences and improve website functionality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze traffic and usage patterns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide relevant content and advertising.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, see our <strong>Cookie Policy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Data Security<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.<br>Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who are bound by confidentiality obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Privacy Policies of Linked Websites<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our website may contain links to third-party websites. CARMA is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies before providing any personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Changes to This Privacy Policy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CARMA reserves the right to update this policy at any time. All updates will be posted on this page with a revised \u201cLast Updated\u201d date.<br>We encourage you to review this policy periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. Contact and Complaints<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:<br>\ud83d\udce7  info@carmaalliance.com<br>\ud83d\udcde +30 231 053 3540<br>\ud83c\udfe2 Ag. Dimitriou 26. 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