Privacy & Data Protection Policy

1. Overview

This Privacy and Data Protection Policy outlines how HASB Global Franchise Finance & Development LLC ("HASB Global," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information in connection with our website and franchise financing services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, company affiliation, and role.
• Financial Information: For financing applications or inquiries, we may collect financial statements, credit history, and business plans (with your consent).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and pages visited.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used to:

• Process financing requests and inquiries.
• Send newsletters, updates, and service communications.
• Ensure security and integrity of the platform.
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data:

• With financing institutions or partners when you initiate a funding request.
• With third-party vendors supporting our hosting or communications systems (under NDA or strict data processing terms).
• If legally required (e.g., subpoenas, court orders).

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and tracking tools to:

• Monitor site performance.
• Understand user preferences.
• Improve user experience.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted data transfer.
• Secure storage systems.
• Access control and audit logs.

7. Your Rights

You may:

• Request access to your data.
• Request correction or deletion.
• Withdraw consent for processing.
• Opt-out of non-essential communications.

To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@hasbglobal.com.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information as long as necessary to fulfill service purposes and legal obligations, then securely delete or anonymize it.

9. International Data Transfers

HASB Global operates globally. Where data is transferred outside your region, we apply safeguards consistent with applicable privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR).

10. Updates to this Policy

We may revise this Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on our website with the effective date.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Policy, please contact us: