This privacy policy describes how Bénin Tourisme collects, uses and protects your personal data in connection with the Mask Festival.
1. Scope
This policy applies to all services provided by Bénin Tourisme, excluding third-party services. The organization declines any responsibility for the privacy practices of external companies or linked websites.
2. Prior formalities
Personal Data Protection Authority (APDP):
- Address: Rue 6.076 « Aïdjèdo, Immeuble El MARZOUK Joël », 01 BP: 04837 Cotonou
- Phone: +229 21 32 57 88 / 69 55 00 00
- Email: contact@apdp.bj
- Website: www.apdp.bj
3. Data collected and collection methods
The types of data collected include:
- Identification data (last name, first name, gender, date of birth)
- Contact details (address, email, phone numbers)
Collection methods include information provided directly by you and the tracking of website usage.
4. Purpose and legal basis of processing
Purposes of processing:
- Marketing, promotions and complaint management
- Compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations
No sensitive personal data is collected without explicit consent.
5. Data retention period
Data is retained for as long as necessary for the stated purposes, up to a maximum of ten years from the last interaction, unless a specific legal obligation applies.
6. Storage location and international transfers
Personal data is stored in centralized databases hosted in Benin.
7. Data security
The security measures implemented include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Strict access controls
- Regular security audits
8. Your rights
You have the following rights:
- Access to your personal data
- Rectification of inaccurate information
- Erasure in certain circumstances
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Objection to direct marketing
Requests to exercise these rights should be sent to: contact@vodundays.bj
9. Data breach notification
In the event of a data breach, Bénin Tourisme undertakes to notify the competent authorities as soon as possible and to inform the persons concerned in accordance with the applicable regulations.
10. Complaints
Any complaint may be filed with the APDP:
- Address: Rue 6.076 Aïdjèdo, Cotonou
- Email: contact@apdp.bj
Judicial recourse remains available.
11. Changes to this policy
This policy may be updated for regulatory compliance or operational reasons. Significant changes will be communicated by email.
12. Contact
For any question regarding the data controller:
- Email: contact@festivaldesmasques.bj
- Address: Immeuble Sainte Cécile, Rue Sylvère Alexandre R.7.15, Parcelle D, lot 163, Quartier Gbèdomidji, Cotonou, Benin