According to (Law No. 2017-20 establishing the Digital Code in the Republic of Benin, articles 541 to 563 on the protection of personal data) and the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation of the European Union).
1. Purpose
This Privacy Policy aims to inform users of the website www.vodoun-travel.com about how Vodoun Travel, the data controller, collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in accordance with Beninese law and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using this website or booking a service, the user expressly accepts this policy.
2. Data Controller
Vodoun Travel Ouidah, Benin Email: contact@vodoun-travel.com Tel: +229 0140680518 The data controller is the natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of the processing of personal data collected.
3. Data collected
The data collected may include: Name, surname, age, gender; postal address and email address; telephone number; passport or travel information; payment information (securely); photos or content submitted in connection with activities or participation in Vodoun Travel events. Data may be collected via: online contact or registration forms; bookings for stays, tours or events; newsletters and marketing communications; cookies and audience measurement tools.
4. Purposes of the processing
Personal data is collected for the following purposes:
- Booking, registration and payment management
- Communication with clients and participants
- Logistical organization of trips and events
- Sending information, newsletters or promotional offers (with consent)
- Safety and compliance with legal or contractual obligations
5. Legal basis for processing
The treatments are based on:
- The execution of a contract (reservation, service)
- The explicit consent of the person concerned
- Vodoun Travel’s legitimate interest in improving its services
- The legal obligations imposed by Beninese or international regulations
6. Shelf life
Data is retained for a maximum of 5 years from the last interaction with Vodoun Travel, unless otherwise required by law. Bank details are never stored on the website’s servers.
7. Data sharing and recipients
The data can only be shared with:
- Local partners (guides, hotels, transporters, cultural mediators) strictly necessary for the execution of the service;
- The technical service providers for the website and online payment, subject to confidentiality clauses;
- Administrative or judicial authorities, only upon legal request.
No personal data is sold, rented or given away to third parties.
8. Protection and security
Vodoun Travel implements all the necessary technical and organizational measures to guarantee the confidentiality, integrity and security of personal data (secure hosting, SSL encryption, restricted access, regular backups).
9. User Rights
In accordance with the Digital Code of Benin and the GDPR, each user has the following rights:
- Right of access: to obtain a copy of one’s personal data;
- Right of rectification: to correct or update one’s information;
- Right to erasure: requesting the deletion of one’s data (“right to be forgotten”);
- Right to restriction of processing;
- Right to data portability;
- Right to object to the processing of one’s data for marketing or communication purposes.
To exercise these rights, simply send an email to: contact@vodoun-travel.com or a letter to the address: Vodoun Travel, Ouidah, Benin.
10. Cookies
This website uses cookies for:
- Improve the user experience;
- To compile anonymous visitor statistics;
- Adapt the content to the preferences of visitors.
The user can refuse or delete cookies at any time via their browser settings.
11. Data Transfer
In the context of international collaboration (partners in Europe, Africa, or America), data transfers may occur. These transfers are governed by appropriate safeguards ensuring data protection in accordance with GDPR standards.
12. Policy Amendment
Vodoun Travel reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any updates will be published on the website with an indication of the effective date.
13. Contact and complaints
For any questions or complaints regarding your personal data, please contact: 📧 contact@vodountravel.com
In the event of an unresolved dispute, you can contact the Personal Data Protection Authority (APDP) of Benin. www.apdp.bj