Privacy Policy

Protecting your personal information is one of our top priorities. This Privacy Policy explains how Variance Project (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website (www.varianceproject.com) or use our services. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you in order to provide our services effectively. This may include, but is not limited to:

• Name
• Identity card number
• Address
• Bank account details
• Telephone number
• Email address
• Credit card or payment details
• Business information
• IP addresses and website usage data (e.g., pages visited, date and time, referring website)

We collect this information only through lawful means, either when you provide it directly (e.g., during registration, purchases, or contact forms) or automatically through our website.

2. How We Use Your Personal Information

• We use your personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected, including:
• Communicating with you regarding our products and services
• Processing applications, purchases, or requests
• Responding to inquiries or support requests
• Providing marketing or promotional materials (with your consent)
• Conducting research and analysis to improve our services
• Complying with legal obligations

We will not use your information for purposes beyond those listed above without your explicit consent.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

For users in the European Union, we process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with a legal obligation
• Our legitimate interests, where they do not override your privacy rights

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not share personally identifiable information with third parties or affiliates without your consent, except:

• When required by law or a legal authority (e.g., court order, police request)
• When transferring business assets (e.g., in the event of a merger or sale), provided the transferee adheres to a privacy policy consistent with this one
• With service providers who assist us in operating the website or delivering services, under strict confidentiality agreements

5. Ensuring Accuracy of Your Data

We take steps to ensure that the personal information we collect is accurate and up-to-date. You may review, update, or request the deletion of your personal information at any time by accessing your account settings or contacting us directly.

6. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, including:

• Secure communication (SSL encryption)
• Storing data in secure servers with access controls
• Employee training and supervision on data handling
• Regular system and security updates

7. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content or ads. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

9. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy and any disputes related to it are governed by the laws of The Netherlands, unless otherwise specified.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data, you can contact us via our Contact Page.