WoodPartners

Privacy Policy – woodpartners.fr

1. Introduction

Welcome to https://woodpartners.fr (the "Site"). The confidentiality and security of our Users' data is a priority for WoodPartners SARL.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information of visitors and e-exhibitors (collectively "Users"), in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR — EU 2016/679) and applicable French law.

By accessing the Site, the User accepts this Privacy Policy. WoodPartners reserves the right to modify it at any time; the current version is always accessible on the Site.

2. Information Collected

2.1 Personal Data Collected

We collect only the information necessary for the proper execution of our services, including:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name and contact details
  • Job title or position within the company
  • Professional activity information (sector, company size, products/services presented)

This information is collected during the creation of an exhibitor account, submission of a form request, newsletter sign-up, or direct interaction with our team.

2.2 Browsing Data

Technical information is automatically collected while browsing the Site:

  • IP address, browser type and version
  • Pages visited, visit duration, access time and date
  • Referral data (referrer, search engine, etc.)

When anonymized, this data is used for statistical purposes and to improve the user experience.

3. Use of Collected Data

Personal data collected by WoodPartners is used to:

  • Provide and improve platform services;
  • Manage exhibitor accounts and quote requests;
  • Facilitate professional networking;
  • Send relevant communications or information about the timber industry (newsletter, notifications);
  • Personalize content and offers presented to the User;
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

No data is used for unintended purposes or without the User's explicit consent, unless required by law.

4. Data Sharing

Personal information may be shared only in the following cases:

  • With technical service providers (hosting, payments, email sending) strictly necessary for the operation of the Site;
  • With other exhibitors or professional partners, as part of a voluntary and User-authorized networking process;
  • With competent authorities, only when legally required.

WoodPartners does not sell or rent any personal data to third parties.

5. Data Retention and Security

Personal data is hosted and stored in France on secure servers owned by or contractually linked to WoodPartners SARL.

Retention periods correspond to the duration of the active commercial relationship, plus a legal retention period (generally up to 3 years after the end of the relationship, unless otherwise required by law).

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data against loss, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Access to information is limited to authorized employees subject to a confidentiality obligation.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

6.1 Definition

Cookies are small text files stored on the User's device to improve navigation and the experience on the Site.

6.2 Use on woodpartners.fr

We use different types of cookies:

  • Technical cookies: necessary for the proper functioning of the Site;
  • Analytical cookies: to measure traffic and performance (e.g. Google Analytics);
  • Personalization cookies: to remember your preferences (language, display, etc.);
  • Third-party cookies: used by our partners (hosting providers, communication tools).

The User may at any time configure or refuse cookies from their browser. Some features of the Site may be limited if cookies are disabled.

7. User Rights

In accordance with the GDPR, every User has the following rights:

  • Right of access to their personal data;
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data;
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten");
  • Right to restriction of processing;
  • Right to object to processing;
  • Right to data portability;
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time;
  • Right to lodge a complaint with the CNIL (www.cnil.fr).

These rights may be exercised by sending a request to:

contact@woodpartners.fr (by email) or by post to:
WoodPartners SARL – 41 rue du Télégraphe, 75020 Paris

8. Protection of Minors

The Site is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If a parent or guardian discovers that a minor has submitted personal information, they are invited to contact us immediately so that we may delete such data.

9. Legal Compliance and Disclosure

WoodPartners may be required to disclose personal information in the context of legal proceedings, requests from competent authorities, or to protect its legal rights, the security of the Site, or that of its Users.

10. Amendments to the Privacy Policy

WoodPartners reserves the right to modify this Policy at any time. Any modification will be indicated by an updated date at the top of this page and published on the Site. In the event of a major change, affected Users will be notified by email.