2. What Personal Data We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
This includes data you voluntarily share with us, such as:
Contact Details: Your name, email address, phone number, postal address, or other identifying information.
Payment Information: Details you provide when making donations or purchases (e.g., credit card or bank information).
Feedback and Correspondence: Any information you share in surveys, inquiries, or communications with LEF.
2.2 Data Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically:
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and language settings.
Usage Information: Details about your interactions with our website, including pages viewed and time spent.
Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected to enhance your browsing experience.
2.3 Sensitive Personal Data
LEF does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health information, political opinions). If necessary, we will explicitly request your consent.
3. How We Use Your Data
3.1 Operational Purposes
To process donations, memberships, or event registrations.
To send newsletters, updates, and program information.
To respond to inquiries or provide requested assistance.
To fulfill legal or contractual obligations.
3.2 Improving User Experience
3.3 Compliance and Legal Obligations
4. Legal Basis for Data Processing
LEF processes your personal data based on:
Consent: For newsletters, participation, etc.
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill agreements.
Legitimate Interests: To support our mission and improve operations.
Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory obligations.
5. Sharing Your Data
5.1 Service Providers
We engage trusted third parties for services like payment processing, IT support, or event management, who are contractually obligated to safeguard your data.
5.2 Collaborative Partners
Your data may be shared with project partners, with your explicit consent.
5.3 Legal and Regulatory Authorities
We share data when legally required.
6. Retention of Your Data
We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined:
Subscriber data: Until you opt out.
Donation records: As per financial regulations.
Website data: Retained anonymously where possible.
When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data.
Correct inaccurate information.
Request Deletion where applicable.
Withdraw Consent at any time.
Object to certain processing activities.
Request Data Portability.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at news@lbeforum.org.
8. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser. For details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
9. Data Security
LEF employs technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
Secure servers and encrypted communications.
Regular security monitoring.
Restricted access to personal data.
10. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside Lebanon, LEF ensures appropriate safeguards are in place, complying with data protection laws.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated through our website or other channels. Please review it regularly.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Lebanese Environment Forum (LEF)
Address: Najjar Bldg, 2nd Floor, Wadih Neem Street, Chiah, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel: +961 1 386 570
Fax: +961 1 386 570 / +961 1 382 332
Email: news@lbeforum.org
