Date: 11/06/2026
1. Introduction
CFCA Cyprus (“CFCA”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is processed securely and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”), the Cyprus Data Protection Law, and other applicable legislation. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, submit enquiries, register for events, apply for membership, make payments, or otherwise interact with us.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Full name
- Company or organisation name
- Job title
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Postal address
- Billing information
- Event registration details
- Membership information
- IP address
- Browser and device information
- Website usage and analytics data
- Any information you voluntarily provide through forms, emails, or communications
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries and requests
- To administer memberships
- To process registrations and payments
- To provide services and information
- To communicate updates, newsletters, and event information
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- To protect our legitimate interests and website security
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Our legitimate interests, provided your rights do not override those interests
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell personal data.
We may share information with:
- Payment service providers
- Website hosting and IT service providers
- Professional advisers
- Government or regulatory authorities when legally required
All third-party providers are required to protect your data and process it lawfully.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
Requests may be submitted using the contact details provided below.
8. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
9. Cookies Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies Required for website operation and security.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand website traffic and improve performance.
Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences and settings.
Marketing Cookies
Used only where applicable and with your consent.
Managing Cookies
You may control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
When required by law, non-essential cookies will only be placed on your device after obtaining your consent through our cookie banner.
10. Contact
For privacy-related enquiries, please contact:
CFCA Cyprus Email: info@cfca.com.cy
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection of Cyprus.
11. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Statement and Cookie Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
