This Privacy Policy (the «Policy») governs the collection, use, disclosure, transfer and storage of personal data of users (hereinafter referred to as «Users») that the Company «iWorld» (hereinafter referred to as the «Company») receives when users use the Site https://iworld.com (hereinafter referred to as the «Site»).
This Policy defines in what cases, how and on what legal grounds the Company receives and processes the personal data of Users.
1. Introduction
The Company collects, controls and processes personal data in strict compliance with international and national regulations, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR).
Use of the Site implies the User's consent to the terms of this Policy, including the collection, storage, use and disclosure of personal data in accordance with the established procedure and applicable law, and confirms consent to the exercise of rights and obligations provided for by applicable regulations.
Principles
Personal data is processed entirely on a legal basis for the purposes of providing information to individuals, concluding and executing contracts, in accordance with the following principles:
2. Definitions of Terms
For the purposes of this Policy, the terms defined below shall have the following meanings:
3. Collection and processing of personal data
As part of the operation of the Site, personal data is collected and subsequently processed, including the collection, storage, use, transfer and other actions with personal data in the volumes and for the purposes that comply with the applicable legislation on the protection of personal data, including international standards.
When using the Site, the following technical data may be automatically collected:
Data is collected using tracking technologies, including cookies. The use of cookies is governed by a separate Cookie Policy. When accessing the Site from mobile devices, information about the device and its parameters may also be collected, including information about failures and other system events, as well as the source of the transition and other actions related to the use of the Site. During the use of the Site, in particular when filling out feedback forms, ordering a service, sending a request or performing other actions, the following categories of personal data may be processed:
Data category | Purposes of processing and other actions |
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Name, surname |
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Email and phone number |
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Country of location |
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The Company may receive information from trusted external sources, including affiliates, partner organizations, publicly available resources, and other lawful sources.
The received data may be used and processed, including combining with existing data, to fulfill obligations and other actions within the framework of this Policy.
Personal data is processed for the following purposes:
4. Social networks
The Company uses social networks for various purposes, including promoting its services, advertising the services offered and improving the quality of service. The use of social networks may entail the exchange of personal data between the Company and the relevant social network providers in the manner and under the conditions stipulated by the privacy policies of these services. The User has the right to refuse to use these functions of social networks.
Social media plugins and widgets
The Site may integrate social network plugins and widgets (e.g., "Share" buttons). When interacting with such elements, some information is automatically transferred to the social network provider.
Other social networking services
The Company may use additional social network services (e.g. messengers) to organize interaction with Users on issues related to the services provided. Official accounts may also be maintained and applications may be offered on social networks. When interacting with such services, social network providers may request and receive information related to the User (e.g. email address, etc.) within the framework of the user's consent.
5. Disclosure of information
Personal data is not transferred to third parties not related to the Site and the Company's activities, except in cases where there is a legal basis and the conditions stipulated by this Policy are met. Personal data may be transferred to companies, organizations or individuals not affiliated with the Company if there is a reasonable basis to believe that such transfer is necessary and justified for:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization or sale of assets, the Company undertakes to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and notify Users prior to the transfer of data or changes to the privacy policy. Unless otherwise provided by this Policy or agreements, information that allows the User to be identified (including name, email address and other personal data) is not disclosed to other Users of the Site.
6. Third party services
The Site may contain links to third-party web resources, applications or other services, including social networks. When following such links, please note that these resources have their own privacy policies. The Company is not responsible for the content and compliance with such policies, as well as for the collection, use or disclosure of personal data on these resources. In the event that third-party providers are engaged to provide certain services on behalf of the Company, such as website or application hosting, analytical and other services, these providers may collect information about Users or have access to it, including through automated tracking technologies. The Company has the right to store such information and transfer it to third parties to the extent necessary for the proper provision of services.
7. Storage, security and cross-border transfer of personal data
The Company undertakes to take all reasonable measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, misuse or deletion. The Site is equipped with the necessary security tools to protect users' personal data. To ensure the safety and protection of personal data, corporate security systems and procedures are used, including technical and physical restrictions on the use of and access to personal data stored on the Company's servers.
Access to personal data is provided exclusively to authorized employees of the Company and persons involved in the technical maintenance of the Site, who undertake to maintain confidentiality and take measures to prevent unauthorized access by third parties. The Site servers may be located outside the User's country of residence. By providing personal data, the User agrees to their transfer, storage and processing outside their country in accordance with applicable law. In the event of unauthorized access to personal data, the Company is not responsible for the actions of third parties, including hackers and other violators of the law who may attempt to use personal data for personal purposes.
In accordance with the legislation of the European Union, the data storage period may be from 6 to 10 years from the moment of the User’s last action on the Site or from the moment of termination of relations with the Company, depending on the nature of the documentation (contracts, notifications, business correspondence, etc.). In cases where deletion of data is impossible or undesirable, data processing may be limited (for example, access to them may be blocked) until the expiration of the relevant storage period or limitation period. This period is due to the need to comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes and fulfill contractual obligations.
Personal data is stored in the volume and under the conditions stipulated by this Policy and applicable legislation. After the specified period, the data will be deleted or depersonalized, except in cases where otherwise provided by law, for example, for tax and accounting purposes, auditing, or other legal requirements.
8. Children's personal data
The Company does not collect, use or transfer personal data of persons who have not reached the age of majority in accordance with applicable law. Access to the Site is provided exclusively to persons who have reached the age of majority and have full legal capacity established by the legislation of their country of residence.
9. Use of automated decision making and profiling
We hereby inform you about the use of automated solutions, including profiling, used to optimize interaction with the User. Such algorithms analyze, for example, the history of views and interactions with advertising materials on the Site, in order to personalize content and improve the quality of services provided.
The User has the right to object at any time to the processing of his personal data using automated methods, including profiling. To exercise this right, it is necessary to send a written objection to the e-mail address: [email protected].
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
The Company reserves the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time without mandatory prior notice to each User. The amended version of the Policy will be posted on the Company's website and will come into effect from the moment of its publication. Continued use of the Site and the Company's services after changes have been made is considered confirmation of the User's consent to the updated version of the Policy. If necessary, the Company may additionally request the User to confirm acceptance of the new terms in a separate notification.
11. User rights
The Company strives to provide Users with full control over the use of their personal data. The following options are available for this purpose:
The User is obliged to ensure that the personal data provided is complete, accurate and up-to-date.
To gain access to information, correct it, delete it or take other actions, you must send a request to the email address: [email protected]. Users from the European Union have additional rights in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR).
12. Protection of personal data
In accordance with the applicable laws of the country of citizenship or permanent residence of the personal data subject, the Company provides additional information established by the relevant legal acts.
In accordance with Articles 37, 38 and 39 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR), the Company has appointed a data protection officer.
The duties of this specialist include:
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy and the processing of personal data, it is recommended to contact the data protection officer using the contact information provided in the Contact Information section.
13. Contact information
If you need to send comments, questions or requests related to the provisions of this Privacy Policy, as well as on issues related to the processing, correction, deletion or use of personal data, it is recommended that you send an email to: [email protected].
14. Final provisions
This Policy is available in Russian and English. Both versions are posted on the Site and are available for selection through the language settings in the interface. In the event of discrepancies between the Russian and English versions, the English version shall prevail, unless otherwise expressly provided by applicable law.
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