Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 16, 2025

At Bridging Global / Anna Lecat, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data in compliance with all applicable laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, US federal and state privacy requirements, and relevant Asia-Pacific regulations such as Singapore PDPA, Hong Kong PDPO, and the Australia Privacy Act.

By using this website or submitting your information through any form, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
– Contact us through website forms
– Request information about services, workshops, retreats, or consulting
– Subscribe to updates or newsletters
– Communicate with us directly by email or message

This may include:
– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Organization or affiliation
– Country or region
– Details relevant to your inquiry or event
– Any additional information you choose to share

We also collect limited technical data automatically, such as:
– IP address
– Browser type and device information
– Pages visited and time spent
– Basic analytics data

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless you explicitly provide it.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:
– Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
– Provide details about services, workshops, retreats, and speaking engagements
– Manage bookings, logistics, and event coordination
– Send updates or newsletters when you opt in
– Improve our website and user experience
– Comply with applicable legal or regulatory obligations

We never sell your personal information.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For individuals in the EU, UK, and EEA, we process your data under the following lawful bases:
– Consent: when you submit a form or subscribe to updates
– Contract: when you inquire about or book a service
– Legitimate interest: to maintain website security, improve services, and communicate with existing clients
– Legal obligation: when required by applicable law

4. International Data Transfers

Because we work globally, your personal information may be processed outside your home country. We use appropriate safeguards for international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), to ensure your information remains protected.

5. Sharing Your Information

We only share personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our business, such as:
– Website hosting providers
– Email and newsletter platforms
– Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

These providers are required to keep your information confidential and may not use it for their own purposes.

We do not share personal information with third parties for advertising outside our own services.

6. Cookies and Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics may collect anonymized or pseudonymized data such as device type, browsing behavior, and general location.

You can learn how Google uses this data here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

You may disable analytics cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. While no system is completely secure, we regularly review and update our practices to meet international standards.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
– Access your personal information
– Correct inaccurate data
– Request deletion
– Withdraw consent
– Object to certain processing activities
– Request data portability
– Restrict processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at connect@bridging.global.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
– Respond to your inquiry
– Provide requested services
– Meet legal, financial, or reporting requirements

You may request deletion at any time.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.

11. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Translations

This Privacy Policy is provided in English. Translations may be offered for convenience, but the English version governs in case of any inconsistencies.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is processed, contact:
Email: connect@bridging.global
Location: Paris, France
Global Availability: EU, US, Asia, and worldwide