Privacy Policy

Effective date: 2026.05.01.

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal data when you use our website, participate in events, or become part of our community. We are committed to handling your data transparently, fairly, and securely.

Data Controller

Plant-Based Revolution Nonprofit Ltd.
Registered seat: 1138 Budapest, Párkány utca 12. 7. em. 43., Hungary
Email: info@veganbusinesscircle.com

What Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

  • Account and membership data (name, email address, company details, billing information)
  • Event participation data
  • Communication data (messages, inquiries)
  • Marketing data (newsletter subscriptions, engagement)
  • Technical data (IP address, device information, cookies)

How and Why We Use Your Data

We process your data for the following purposes:

  • To create and manage your account
  • To provide membership services
  • To organize and manage events
  • To facilitate networking and business connections
  • To communicate with you
  • To send marketing communications (with your consent)
  • To improve our services and website

Legal Bases for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under GDPR:

  • Contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) – for membership and event participation
  • Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) – for communication and service improvement
  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) – for marketing and cookies
  • Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)) – for accounting and legal compliance

Community and Networking

One of the core purposes of VBC is to facilitate valuable business connections. By participating in VBC, you acknowledge that:

  • Your profile (name, company, activity) may be visible to other members
  • Other participants may contact you following events or interactions
  • We may facilitate introductions between members

We only share data within the community as necessary for these purposes.

Member Directory

If VBC operates a public or member-accessible directory:

  • Your profile (name, company, activity, description) may appear in the directory
  • The purpose is to support networking and business collaboration
  • Visibility settings may be available (public or members-only)
  • You may request modification or removal of your data

Legal basis: contract performance and legitimate interest.

MasterMind Groups

VBC MasterMind groups are smaller, trust-based professional groups. Within these groups:

  • Participants may share business, strategic, or more sensitive information
  • Confidentiality between participants is expected
  • VBC facilitates the environment but has limited control over participant-to-participant data sharing

By participating, you acknowledge the trust-based nature of these interactions.

Photos and Videos

Photos and videos may be taken at VBC events. Processing is based on legitimate interest for crowd and event documentation, and consent for close-up or individual recordings. These materials may be used on our website, social media, and marketing materials. You may request removal of content featuring you.

Data Sharing and Processors

We use trusted service providers to operate our services:

  • Website and infrastructure: WordPress, Bricks Builder
  • Membership and CRM: Outseta
  • Email marketing: MailerLite
  • Payments and billing: Stripe, Szamlabridge, Szamlazz.hu
  • Analytics and tracking: Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Microsoft Clarity
  • Automation and data tools: Make, Grist
  • Infrastructure: Google

All processors are contractually bound to ensure data protection.

International Data Transfers

Some service providers may be located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In such cases, we apply appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Data Retention

  • Account data: during membership + up to 1 year
  • Billing data: 8 years
  • Marketing data: until consent is withdrawn
  • Analytics data: up to 14 months

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure website functionality, improve user experience, analyze traffic, and provide marketing and remarketing. These include tools such as Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, and tracking via Google Tag Manager. You can manage your preferences via the cookie banner.

Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

    • Access your data
    • Request correction
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data.

Contact

If you have any questions, contact us at: info@veganbusinesscircle.com

We believe that trust is the foundation of strong business relationships — including how we handle your data.