Cyprus Business Group (CBG) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, the Cyprus Data Protection Law, and other applicable laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you use CBG.com.cy (the “Platform”), attend our events, or interact with our services.

1. Who We Are

CBG.com.cy is an online business networking platform providing directory listings, event listings, sponsorship matchmaking, magazine features, token-based engagement rewards, and other professional services.

Email: hello@cbg.com.cy

2. What Information We Collect

We collect and process personal and business information you provide to us directly or indirectly, including:

• Account Registration & Profile Data
  • Name, email, phone number, password (encrypted), business name, business category, professional role, and location.
  • Profile details, such as biography, photo, social media links, business assets, and listings.

• Platform Activity Data
  • Listings submitted (brands, events, offers, articles, venues).
  • Token earnings and redemption history (“Net Tokens”).
  • Messages, comments, and interactions with other members.

• Payment & Transaction Data
  • Billing name, address, VAT number (if applicable).
  • Transaction records for memberships, event tickets, magazine adverts, and other purchases. (We do not store full credit card details – payments are processed via secure third-party providers such as Stripe or PayPal.)

• Technical Data
  • IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, referral URLs, and cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• • To create and manage your CBG account.
  • To process membership payments, event bookings, and magazine advertising orders.
  • To display your profile, listings, and event information on the platform.
  • To operate the “Net Tokens” rewards system.
  • To facilitate connections between event organizers, sponsors, and speakers.
  • To send service-related emails, newsletters, and marketing materials (you may opt out at any time).
  • To comply with legal and tax obligations.
  • To improve our services, detect fraud, and enforce platform security.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under one or more of the following legal bases:

• Performance of a contract (e.g., providing your membership benefits).
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving platform features).
• Consent (e.g., for marketing emails).
• Legal obligations (e.g., accounting records).

5. Data Sharing

We share your information only when necessary:

• With other members (for networking purposes, based on your profile settings).
• With event organizers and sponsors (if you opt into sponsorship matchmaking).
• With trusted third-party service providers (hosting, payment processing, analytics, email services).
• When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority.

6. Data Retention

We keep your personal data for as long as your account is active, or as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal data.
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
• Request data portability.
• Lodge a complaint with the Cyprus Data Protection Commissioner.

To exercise your rights, contact hello@cbg.com.cy

8. Cookies

CBG.com.cy uses cookies for authentication, personalization, analytics, and marketing. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

9. Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption, firewalls, and secure password storage. However, no online system is 100% secure, and you use the platform at your own risk.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.