Last updated: 23 April 2025
At AOC Brussels, accessible from https://www.airlineassociations.be, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information that is collected and recorded by AOC Brussels and how we use it.
1. Who We Are
Brussels AOC is an Airline Operators Committee that supports and represents the airline community at Brussels Airport. (About)
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at:
Email: contact@airlineassociations.be
Address: Brussels Airport 1, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium
Phone: +32 497 50 27 16
2. What Information We Collect
We collect personal data in the following ways:
a. Information you provide to us:
- Name
- Email address
- Any other details provided via contact forms
b. Information we collect automatically:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Usage data (pages visited, time on site, etc.)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Process reservations or event bookings
- Improve our website and services
- Send occasional promotional emails (if you opt in)
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing (under GDPR)
We process your data based on:
- Your consent (e.g., for newsletters)
- Our legitimate interest (e.g., to improve our website)
- The performance of a contract (e.g., booking a service)
- Legal obligations
5. Data Retention
We only keep your personal data as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy, or to comply with legal obligations.
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., analytics, email services), under strict confidentiality agreements.
7. Your Rights (under GDPR)
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct your data
- Delete your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@airlineassocations.be.
8. Cookies
AOC Brussels uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content.
a. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings.
b. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use tools like Google Analytics to analyze traffic and usage patterns.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences (like language or region) and enhance the user experience.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other websites.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as:
- Embedded videos (e.g., YouTube)
- Social media buttons (e.g., Facebook, Instagram)
- Analytics and performance tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
c. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block third-party cookies
- Set your browser to clear cookies every time you close it
Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality and performance of our website.
d. Consent
Upon your first visit to our website, you will be prompted with a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies unless you adjust your browser settings to refuse them.
9. Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will notify users of any changes by updating the “Last updated” date above. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.