Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy (this “Privacy Policy”) informs users of our sites (the “Site“), services (the “Services“), applications, tools or messaging (collectively, our “Platforms”) about the collection, use, disclosure and protection of personal data. It covers:
- The personal data we will collect;
- Use of collected data;
- Who has access to the data collected;
- The rights of users; and
- The Site and any other Platforms cookie policy.
This Privacy Policy is in addition to the terms and conditions of our Platforms.
By accessing or using the Site and Platforms, you are consenting to the collection, use and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not consent to the same, please do not access or use the Site and the Services.
We may modify this Privacy Policy at any time without any prior notice to you and will post the revised Privacy Policy on the Site and Platforms. The revised Privacy Policy will be effective 180 days from when the revised Privacy Policy is posted on the Site and Platforms and your continued access or use of the Site and Platforms after such time will constitute your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We therefore recommend that you periodically review this page.
Information We Collect
We only collect data (“Information” or “Data“) that helps us achieve the purpose set out in this Privacy Policy. We will not collect any additional data beyond the data listed below without notifying you first.
Data Collected Automatically
When you visit and use our Site and Platforms, we may automatically collect and store the following information:
- IP address;
- Hardware and software details;
- Clicked links; and
- Content viewed.
Data Collected in a Non-Automatic Way
We may also collect the following data when you perform certain functions on our Site and Platforms:
- First and last name;
- Date of birth;
- Sex;
- Email address;
- Phone number;
- Address;
- Payment information; and
- Autofill data;
This data may be collected using the following methods:
- Creating an account;
- Making transactions; and
- Through comments, reviews or other user-generated content.
Consent
By using our Site and Platforms, users consent to the conditions in this Privacy Policy.
When the legal basis for us processing your personal data is that you have provided your consent to that processing, you may withdraw your consent at any time. If you withdraw your consent, it will not make processing which we completed before you withdrew your consent unlawful.
You can withdraw your consent by:
Account Settings: If applicable, users can log in to their account and navigate to the ‘Privacy’ or ‘Settings’ section to manage their consent preferences.
Opt-Out Options: We may provide specific opt-out mechanisms in marketing communications, such as in our emails, allowing users to easily withdraw consent for receiving promotional materials.
Contacting Us: Users can contact us at support@magnificat.coop or through our “Contact Us” page to communicate their withdrawal of consent. Our dedicated team will assist in processing such requests promptly.
It’s important to note that withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of any processing that occurred before the withdrawal. Additionally, there might be circumstances where we are legally entitled to continue processing certain data even after the withdrawal of consent. We will communicate such instances transparently to the users.
GDPR
For users in the European Union, we adhere to the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016, known as the General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR“). For users in the United Kingdom, we adhere to the GDPR as enshrined in the Data Protection Act 2018.
We have not appointed a Data Protection Officer as we do not fall within the categories of controllers and processors required to appoint a Data Protection Officer under Article 37 of the GDPR.
Legal Basis for Processing
We collect and process personal data about users in the EU only when we have a legal basis for doing so under Article 6 of the GDPR.
We rely on the following legal bases to collect and process the personal data of users in the EU:
- Users have provided their consent to the processing of their data for one or more specific purposes;
- Processing of user personal data is necessary for us or a third party to pursue a legitimate interest. Our legitimate interest is not overridden by the interests or fundamental rights and freedoms of users. Our legitimate interests encompass various aspects that contribute to the efficient and effective operation of our online business. These may include, but are not limited to:
Business Development: Processing data to support the growth, development, and improvement of our products or services.
Marketing and Promotions: Utilizing data for marketing and promotional activities to enhance awareness and engagement with our offerings.
Analytics and Research: Analyzing user data to gain insights, improve user experience, and conduct research for innovation.
Security: Employing data processing measures to ensure the security and integrity of our systems and user information.
Legal Compliance: Processing data to comply with legal obligations and regulations applicable to our business.
It’s important to note that while we pursue our legitimate interests, we always strive to balance these interests with the rights and interests of our users. We conduct thorough assessments to ensure that our interests do not override the fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals. Users can contact us if they have any concerns or if they believe their interests should take precedence in specific situations.; and
- Processing of user personal data is necessary for us to take, at the request of a user, steps before entering a contract or for the performance of a contract to which a user is a party. If a user does not provide the personal data necessary to perform a contract the consequences are as follows: It may result in the inability to fulfill the contractual obligations and deliver the intended services or products. This could impact the functionality and quality of the user experience, as certain features or services may rely on the specific personal information outlined in the contract. Users need to understand that the provision of such data is a fundamental requirement for entering into and maintaining the contractual relationship.
How We Use Your Information
Data collected will only be used for the purposes specified in this Privacy Policy or indicated on the relevant pages and situations. We will not use your data beyond what we disclose in this Privacy Policy.
The data we collect automatically is used for the following purposes:
- Analytics;
- Security; and
- Improving website and Platforms functionality.
The data we collect when the user performs certain functions may be used for the following purposes:
- Account management;
- Process and fulfill orders;
- Communication and Marketing; and
- Analyze and optimize the user interface and overall functionality.
How We Share Your Information
Employees
We may disclose user data to any member of our organization who reasonably needs access to user data to achieve the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy.
Third Parties
We may share user data with the following third parties:
- Analytics, Advertising or other relevant partners.
We may share the following user data with third parties:
- Anonymized usage data, preferences, transaction information, etc.
We may share user data with third parties for the following purposes:
- Analytics to improve our website and Platforms’ performance, advertising to personalize user experiences, making transactions, etc.
Third parties will not be able to access user data beyond what is reasonably necessary to achieve the given purpose.
Other DIsclosure
We will not sell or share your data with other third parties, except in the following cases:
- If the law requires it;
- If it is required for any legal proceeding;
- To prove or protect our legal rights; and
- To buyers or potential buyers of this company in the event that we seek to sell the company.
If you follow hyperlinks from our Site and Platforms to another site, please note that we are not responsible for and have no control over their privacy policies and practices.
How Long We Store Personal Data
We will retain your personal information with us for 30 days after member closes their account or for as long as we need it to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected as detailed in this Privacy Policy. We may need to retain certain information for longer periods such as record-keeping / reporting in accordance with applicable law or for other legitimate reasons like enforcement of legal rights, fraud prevention, etc. Residual anonymous information and aggregate information, neither of which identifies you (directly or indirectly), may be stored indefinitely.
How We Protect Your Personal Data
At MCCC, the security of user data is a top priority, and we have implemented robust measures to safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information we collect. Our security measures include, but are not limited to:
Encryption: We use industry-standard encryption protocols to secure the transmission of data between users and our servers. This helps prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Access Controls: Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel who require the information for legitimate business purposes. We regularly review and update access controls to ensure only necessary individuals have access.
Regular Audits and Monitoring: We conduct regular security audits and employ continuous monitoring to detect and respond to any potential security threats promptly.
Secure Data Storage: User data is stored in secure databases with access restricted to authorized personnel. We utilize best practices for data storage security to prevent unauthorized access.
Employee Training: Our employees undergo regular training on security protocols and best practices to ensure a strong awareness of security measures and potential risks.
Firewall Protection: We use firewalls to establish a barrier between our internal network and external networks, adding an extra layer of defense against unauthorized access.
Incident Response Plan: In the event of a security incident, we have a well-defined incident response plan in place. This includes notifying users and relevant authorities if required.
While we take all reasonable precautions to protect user data, it’s important to note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure. Users can refer to our full Privacy Policy for more details on our security measures and contact us at support@magnificat.coop or through our “Contact Us” page with any security-related inquiries.
While we take all reasonable precautions to ensure that user data is secure and that users are protected, there always remains the risk of harm. The Internet as a whole can be insecure at times and therefore, we are unable to guarantee the security of user data beyond what is reasonably practical.
How to Access, Modify, Delete, or Challenge the Data Collected
If you would like to know if we have collected your personal data, how we have used your personal data, if we have disclosed your personal data and to whom we disclosed your personal data, if you would like your data to be deleted or modified in any way, or if you would like to exercise any of your other rights under the GDPR, please contact us at support@magnificat.coop.
How to Opt-Out of Data Collection, Use or Disclosure
In addition to the method(s) described in the How to Access, Modify, Delete, or Challenge the Data Collected section, we provide the following specific opt-out methods for the forms of collection, use, or disclosure of your personal data:
- Users can opt out of marketing emails, personalized advertisements, data sharing with third parties, etc. We respect user preferences and provide options for them to control how their information is utilized. You can opt-out by users can opt out by adjusting email preferences in account settings, using the unsubscribe link in emails and managing cookie settings, etc. We have streamlined the opt-out process to ensure it is accessible and user-friendly. Additionally, users can always reach out to our support team at support@magnificat.coop or through our “Contact Us” page for assistance with opting out or for any further inquiries.
Your Rights as a User
Depending on the law that applies, you may have a right to access and rectify or erase your personal data or receive a copy of your personal data, restrict or object to the active processing of your data, ask us to share (port) your personal information to another entity, withdraw any consent you provided to us to process your data, a right to lodge a complaint with a statutory authority and such other rights as may be relevant under applicable laws. To exercise these rights, you can write to us at support@magnificat.coop. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.
You may opt-out of direct marketing communications or the profiling we carry out for marketing purposes by writing to us at support@magnificat.coop.
Do note that if you do not allow us to collect or process the required personal information or withdraw the consent to process the same for the required purposes, you may not be able to access or use the services for which your information was sought.
Children
We do not knowingly collect or use personal data from children under 16 years of age. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child under 16 years of age, the personal data will be deleted as soon as possible. If a child under 16 years of age has provided us with personal data their parent or guardian may contact us.
Cookie Policy
A cookie is a small file, stored on a user’s hard drive by a website. Its purpose is to collect data relating to the user’s browsing habits. You can choose to be notified each time a cookie is transmitted. You can also choose to disable cookies entirely in your browser or device, but this may decrease the quality of your user experience.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Functional cookies
Functional cookies are used to remember the selections you make on our Site and Platforms so that your selections are saved for your next visits; - Analytical cookies
Analytical cookies allow us to improve the design and functionality of our Site and Platforms by collecting data on how you access our Site and Platforms, for example, data on the content you access, how long you stay on our Site and Platforms, etc; - Targeting cookies
Targeting cookies collect data on how you use the Site and Platforms and your preferences. This allows us to personalize the information you see on our Site and Platforms for you; and - Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are created by a website and Platforms other than ours.
We may use third-party cookies to achieve the following purposes:
- To collect information about how visitors use the website and Platforms;
- To deliver targeted advertisements to users based on visitors interests and online behavior;
- To integrate social media functionalities on the website and Platforms;
- To allow the integration of external content, such as videos or maps, into the website and Platforms;
- To enable chat and customer support functionalities on the website and Platforms;
- In the case of e-commerce websites and Platforms, third-party cookies may be used for payment processing and to enhance the security of online transactions.; and
- To enhance the security of the website and Platforms by detecting and preventing fraudulent activities, protecting against unauthorized access, and ensuring the overall integrity of the online environment.
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences any time by clicking the ‘Consent Preferences’ button on the lower left corner of the screen, by contacting us at support@magnificat.coop or through our “Contact Us” page.
In addition to this, different browsers provide different methods to block and delete cookies used by websites and Platforms. You can change the settings of your browser to block/delete the cookies. Listed below are the links to the support documents on how to manage and delete cookies from the major web browsers.
Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050
Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-in/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-delete-cookie-files-in-internet-explorer-bca9446f-d873-78de-77ba-d42645fa52fc
If you are using any other web browser, please visit your browser’s official support documents.
Modifications
This Privacy Policy may be amended from time to time to maintain compliance with the law and to reflect any changes to our data collection process. When we amend this Privacy Policy, we will update the “Effective Date” at the bottom of this Privacy Policy. We recommend that our users periodically review our Privacy Policy to ensure that they are notified of any updates. If necessary, we may notify users by email of changes to this Privacy Policy.
Complaints
If you have any complaints about how we process your personal data, please contact us through the contact methods listed in the Contact Information section so that we can, where possible, resolve the issue. If you feel we have not addressed your concern in a satisfactory manner you may contact a supervisory authority. You also have the right to directly make a complaint to a supervisory authority. You can send a complaint with a supervisory authority by contacting support@magnificat.coop.
Contact Info
If you have any questions, concerns or complaints, you can contact us at support@magnificat.coop or through our “Contact Us” page.
Effective Date: March 1, 2024