Privacy Policy
1. Introduction and Scope of the Policy
The companies comprising the Steinmetz Aminach & Co. – Certified Public Accountants Group (hereinafter: the “Group”) attach great importance to protecting the privacy of their clients and recognize the importance of safeguarding their personal information.
The Group respects the privacy of users of this website and, for this purpose, implements information security measures as required under applicable law, and in particular pursuant to the Protection of Privacy Law, 5741–1981 (hereinafter: the “Protection of Privacy Law”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to describe the manner in which the Group collects, uses, stores, and transfers information relating to users.
2. Scope of the Policy and Consent
Use of the website and/or the Group’s services constitutes the user’s consent to this Privacy Policy. If the user does not agree to the provisions of this Privacy Policy, the user should refrain from continuing to use the website and the services.
The user acknowledges that any information provided by the user is provided voluntarily and at the user’s own initiative and consent, and that the user is not legally required to provide personal information, except for mandatory fields that are required as a condition for using certain services available through the website.
3. Types of Information Collected
The Group may collect the following types of information:
3.1. Personal Information Provided by the User
Personal information voluntarily provided by the user in connection with contacting the Group, registering for services, or using such services, including name, identification number, address, telephone number, email address, contact details, and any additional information provided by the user.
[To be confirmed: whether financial/economic information is collected.]
3.2. Technical and Statistical Information
Technical and statistical information collected automatically when using the website, including IP address, browser type, operating system, times and patterns of website use, approximate device location, pages and content viewed, sources from which the user arrived at the website, and other usage characteristics.
3.3. Aggregated Information
Aggregated information concerning user activity on the website, including activity by users browsing the website as guests, as well as information relating to user inquiries, service quality, and interactions with the Group.
4. Methods of Information Collection
Information may be collected through one or more of the following methods:
4.1. Information Provided Voluntarily by the User
Information provided by the user at the user’s initiative, including through the completion of forms, contacting the Group, registering for services, or using such services.
4.2. Automatic Collection
Automatic collection through the website’s systems, including the recording of user actions, attempts to perform actions, and the use of additional technological tools.
4.3. Collection Through Service Providers
Collection through the Group’s suppliers and service providers, including providers of IT services, data storage, data processing, and mailing services.
5. Purposes of Use of Information
The Group may use the information collected for the following purposes:
5.1. Provision of Services and Operation of the Website
Providing the services and operating the website, including verifying details and responding to inquiries.
5.2. Handling and Monitoring Inquiries
Handling and following up on user inquiries and monitoring the quality of services provided.
5.3. Improvement and Development
Improving, enhancing, modifying, and developing the website, services, and content offered through it.
5.4. Personalization
Customizing content, services, and advertisements according to the user’s preferences.
5.5. Surveys, Research and Statistical Analysis
Conducting customer satisfaction surveys, research, and statistical analysis.
5.6. Marketing and Direct Marketing
Marketing, advertising, and direct mailing activities, subject to applicable law and the user’s consent, where required.
5.7. Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Obligations
Complying with applicable legal obligations, including regulatory requirements and reporting to competent authorities, enforcing the terms of use, and managing disputes and legal proceedings.
6. Data Retention and Databases
The information may be stored in databases maintained by the Group and/or its subsidiaries and/or by suppliers and service providers acting on its behalf, in Israel and in other countries, including through cloud-based computing and data-processing services.
Information will be retained for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or for such period as required by law. Thereafter, the information will be deleted or anonymized, where reasonably and practically possible.
The transfer of information outside Israel will be carried out subject to appropriate safeguards and in accordance with applicable laws governing the transfer of information abroad.
7. Direct Marketing and Mailing Lists
Subject to the user’s consent and in accordance with the provisions of the Communications Law (Telecommunications and Broadcasting), 5742–1982, the Group may send the user marketing and advertising information by email, SMS messages, and other communication channels provided by the user.
The user may withdraw consent to receive such communications at any time by using the “Unsubscribe” button included in the relevant communications, by replying to the relevant message as instructed, or by contacting the Group using the contact details set forth below.
8. Cookies and Automated Tools
The website uses cookies and automated tools for its proper operation, the collection of statistical data, content personalization, and improvement of the user experience.
The user may block the use of cookies through the browser settings. However, doing so may impair the functionality of certain services or features of the website.
9. Transfer of Information to Third Parties
The Group will not transfer personally identifiable information to third parties except in one or more of the following circumstances:
9.1.
With the user’s consent or at the user’s request.
9.2.
For the purpose of providing and improving the services through suppliers and service providers acting on behalf of the Group, including providers of IT, data processing, mailing, and advertising services.
9.3.
As a result of a violation of the website’s terms of use or applicable law.
9.4.
Pursuant to a judicial order or a lawful request by a competent authority.
9.5.
For the purpose of managing or conducting legal proceedings, disputes, claims, or demands.
9.6.
In the event that the Group’s activities are transferred to a third party, provided that such third party assumes the obligations set forth in this Privacy Policy.
9.7.
The Group may disclose aggregated and anonymized statistical information that does not personally identify users.
10. Information Security
The Group implements reasonable and commonly accepted security measures designed to protect the confidentiality of information and prevent unauthorized access, including the use of advanced security technologies and internal information-security procedures.
Nevertheless, the Group cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, misuse, or technological failures and shall not be liable for damages resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control.
11. User Rights
Subject to the provisions of the Protection of Privacy Law, users may inspect information concerning them that is held in the Group’s databases and may request that such information be corrected or deleted. Users may also request to be removed from the Group’s mailing lists.
Requests to exercise these rights may be submitted to the Group using the contact details set forth below.
12. Contacting the Group
12.1.
If you believe that any information or data concerning you appearing on the website is incorrect, if you become aware of an incident involving an infringement of an individual’s privacy, or if you wish to be removed from the Group’s mailing lists, you are welcome to contact us at [____], or by email at [____].
12.2.
If you suspect that an unlawful action or an attempt to perform any action that may constitute an infringement of privacy or compromise the identification mechanism described above has occurred, we would appreciate being notified. We will review the matter and respond as soon as reasonably possible.
13. General
13.2.
The binding and controlling version of the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy at any given time shall be the version published on the website.
The provisions of the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy are cumulative and shall apply concurrently, and shall be interpreted as complementing one another rather than limiting the scope or applicability of one another.
13.3.
Additional information regarding Israeli privacy laws and your rights under such laws may be found on the website of the Privacy Protection Authority.
13.4.
It is hereby clarified that the courts of Israel, in the Central District, shall have exclusive jurisdiction with respect to any matter relating to this Privacy Policy, subject to their applicable jurisdiction.
13.5.
For convenience only, this Privacy Policy is written in the masculine form, but shall apply equally to all genders.