GDPR Compliance Statement
Effective Date: August 14, 2026
Our Commitment to Data Protection
Le Barbier de Bruxelles is committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and protecting the privacy rights of individuals within the European Union. This statement outlines how we fulfill our obligations under the GDPR.
Data Controller Information
Le Barbier de Bruxelles acts as the data controller for personal information collected through our website and business operations.
Contact Details:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Rue du Marché aux Herbes 47, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data only when we have a lawful basis, including:
- Consent: You have given explicit consent for processing your data for specific purposes
- Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill our service agreement with you
- Legal Obligation: We must process data to comply with applicable laws
- Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided your rights are not overridden
Your GDPR Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access
You may request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and obtain a copy of that data.
Right to Rectification
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.
Right to Erasure
Also known as the "right to be forgotten," you may request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Restrict Processing
You can request that we limit how we use your personal data in specific situations.
Right to Data Portability
You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and transmit it to another controller.
Right to Object
You have the right to object to processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time.
Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making
You have the right not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing that produce legal effects concerning you.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your GDPR rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within one month, though this period may be extended by two additional months for complex requests.
Data Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including:
- Encryption of personal data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls limiting who can view personal data
- Staff training on data protection principles
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach. If the breach poses a high risk, we will also notify affected individuals without undue delay.
International Data Transfers
We do not routinely transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area. Should such transfer become necessary, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by the GDPR.
Data Protection Officer
For questions regarding data protection or to exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].
Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe we have not handled your personal data in accordance with the GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. In Belgium, the relevant authority is:
Data Protection Authority (Gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit / Autorité de protection des données)
Rue de la Presse 35, 1000 Brussels
Website: www.dataprotectionauthority.be
Updates to This Statement
We may update this GDPR compliance statement to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated through our website.