Privacy Policy

1. General Information

Italy Real Estate for Foreigners S.r.l. (hereinafter, "we", "our" or "the company") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our investors' personal data. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

Company Name: Italy Real Estate for Foreigners S.r.l.
VAT Number: IT12345678901
Address: Via Roma 123, Milan, Italy
Phone: +39 (02) 8765-4321
Email: privacy@italyrealestateforeigners.com
Website: www.italyrealestateforeigners.com
Registration: CCIAA Milano REA MI-1234567

3. Personal Data We Collect

To provide personalized real estate investment services and residence permit guidance, we collect:

3.1 Identification Data

• Full name and surnames
• Identity document (passport, national ID)
• Date of birth and age
• Nationality and country of residence
• Tax identification number
• Photographs (only with consent for property marketing)

3.2 Contact Data

• Personal email address
• Mobile and landline phone numbers
• Complete postal address
• Social networks (if you provide them voluntarily)

3.3 Financial Data

• Investment capacity and budget
• Source of investment funds
• Bank account information
• Credit history (for mortgage applications)

3.4 Investment Preferences

• Property type preferences (apartments, houses, villas)
• Location preferences
• Investment goals and timeline
• Rental income expectations

3.5 Legal Data

• Residence permit status
• Visa information
• Legal documentation for property purchase

4. Purposes of Data Processing

We use your personal data to:

1. Process property purchase transactions
2. Provide residence permit application assistance
3. Offer personalized property recommendations
4. Conduct property market analysis
5. Communicate about investment opportunities
6. Ensure compliance with Italian property laws
7. Send investment-related marketing communications (with consent)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

• Contract Performance: To fulfill property purchase agreements
• Legal Obligation: Italian property registration and tax requirements
• Legitimate Interest: Service improvement and market analysis
• Consent: Marketing communications and photo usage

6. Sharing Information with Third Parties

6.1 Real Estate Partners

• Licensed real estate agents and developers
• Property management companies
• Legal notaries and property registrars

6.2 Financial Institutions

• Banks and mortgage lenders
• Tax advisors and accountants
• Investment fund managers

6.3 Government Authorities

We share information when required by law with:

• Italian Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate)
• Ministry of Interior (for residence permits)
• Local property registries (Conservatorie)
• Financial regulatory authorities

7. International Data Transfer

Your data may be transferred to countries outside the EU for processing, including your country of residence. We ensure all transfers comply with GDPR requirements through Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved mechanisms.

8. Data Subject Rights

How to Exercise Your Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)
• Restriction: Limit processing of your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Response guaranteed within 30 days according to GDPR.

9. Data Retention

• Property Transactions: 10 years (Italian tax law requirement)
• Residence Permits: 5 years after permit expiration
• Marketing Data: 2 years from last contact
• Legal Documents: As required by Italian law

10. Information Security

Security measures implemented:

• Encryption: SSL/TLS for all data transmissions
• Access Control: Role-based permissions for staff
• Secure Storage: Encrypted databases and cloud storage
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and penetration testing
• Staff Training: Data protection awareness programs

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

• Remember your language preferences
• Analyze website usage for service improvement
• Provide personalized property recommendations
• Track investment journey progress

You can manage cookies in your browser. Rejecting them may limit functionality.

12. Minors' Data

Our services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18 years old. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

13. Investment Data Transparency

We maintain complete transparency in all investment-related data processing. Your financial information is handled with the highest standards of confidentiality and is used solely to facilitate your property investment and residence permit applications.

• Clear communication about data usage in investment processes
• Regular updates on property transaction status
• Secure document sharing for legal procedures
• Privacy-first approach to all client communications

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, technology, legal requirements, or best practices. We will notify you of any material changes via email or through our website.

15. Supervisory Authority

For privacy-related complaints or concerns, you can contact the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante per la Protezione dei Dati Personali):

• Address: Piazza di Monte Citorio, 121, 00186 Rome, Italy
• Phone: +39 06 69677 1
• Website: www.garanteprivacy.it

16. Consent

By using our services and providing your personal information, you consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your data as described in this Privacy Policy. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

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