INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Statement explains how Qity handles personal data when you visit our website (https://www.qity.be). It outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, who we may share it with, and the steps we take to protect it. Please note, this policy only covers the public website and does not extend to other Qity services or platforms, which are governed by separate data protection terms.

PERSONAL DATA

"Personal Data" refers to information that can identify you or be linked to your identity. We collect this data when you:

• Browse or navigate the Site (technical data may be captured automatically);
• Use our contact form or submit an inquiry;
• Interact with cookies or tracking tools.

We may also receive personal data from public sources or third-party providers that help us operate the Site.

Providing your personal data is optional. However, certain features may not work without it.

If you submit someone else's information, you must have their permission and ensure they understand how it will be used.

HOW WE USE PERSONAL DATA

We use the information we collect to:

• Make the Site function properly;
• Respond to your questions or requests;
• Analyse visitor behaviour and improve the Site;
• Comply with legal requirements.

We may combine and anonymise your data for analysis. This type of information cannot be used to identify individuals.

DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA

We may share your information with:

• Service providers who help us run the Site (e.g. hosting, analytics);
• Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law;
• Buyers or partners if our business is restructured or sold;
• Others, if necessary to protect Qity, our users, or the public.

We never sell or rent your data to anyone.

MARKETING CONTROLS

We do not use personal data collected through this Site for marketing. If this changes in future, you’ll be able to manage your preferences and opt in or out at any time.

YOUR RIGHTS

If you live in the EU or UK, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or remove your personal data;
• Restrict or object to how it’s used;
• Withdraw your consent (where we rely on it);
• Receive a copy of your data in a portable format;
• File a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise any of these rights, contact privacy@qity.be.

DATA SECURITY

We apply suitable technical and organisational safeguards to keep your personal data safe. However, no online system is ever completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

RETENTION PERIOD

We keep your data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined above, or as long as the law requires. Website analytics data may be retained for up to 26 months unless you withdraw your consent sooner.

INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

Your data may be processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When this happens, we use legal safeguards such as EU Standard Contractual Clauses to protect your rights.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

This policy does not cover websites or services we link to. Qity is not responsible for how those third parties handle your data.

USE BY MINORS

Our Site is intended for users aged 16 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under this age.

COOKIES

Cookies are small files placed on your device to help our Site run smoothly and to collect usage statistics. We use:

• Essential cookies
• Required for the website to function;
• Analytics cookies
• Only used if you give consent, to help us understand how people use the Site.

You can adjust your cookie settings in your browser or through the cookie banner. Disabling cookies may impact some parts of the Site.

UPDATES

We may revise this policy occasionally. Any changes will be published on this page with the date updated accordingly.

CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Statement or how we handle your data, contact:

Qity BV
Email: privacy@qity.be

Data Protection Officer:

Miguel Azevedo

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you can contact:

Gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit (Belgian Data Protection Authority)
Drukpersstraat 35, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
https://www.gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit.be