Privacy Policy

‍AUTHENTIC BICAS, LDA respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes who we are, the purposes for which we may use your data, how we process it, with whom we share it, how long we retain it, and the ways you can contact us and exercise your rights. It aims to provide you with a quick and concise overview of how we use the personal data we hold about you.

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WHO ARE WE?

AUTHENTIC BICAS, LDA, a private limited company with its headquarters at Rua Zeca Afonso, nº 14A, 2690-395 Santa Iria de Azóia, and corporate tax identification number 513324542 (referred to on this website as “Society,” “Authentic Bicas,” or “we”), ensures the privacy of users (hereinafter referred to as “Users”) of the website www.authenticliving.pt (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”). AUTHENTIC BICAS is responsible for collecting and processing the Users' personal data and acts as the data controller under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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WHY DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?

The personal data collected will be processed and stored electronically by AUTHENTIC BICAS and will only be processed when AUTHENTIC BICAS:

  1. Has a legitimate interest, such as:
    • Responding to information requests, comments, or suggestions.
    • Developing and maintaining our Website.
    • Preventing and detecting fraud.
    • Ensuring network and information security.
    • Providing services or information.

These actions will only be taken when our interests align with applicable laws and your rights.

  1. Has obtained your consent to process your personal data for specific, explicit, and legitimate purposes.
  2. ‍Needs to comply with legal obligations applicable to the company.

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WHAT IS YOUR DATA USED FOR?

When you fill out forms on our Website, your personal data (e.g., name, email, phone number, and/or address) is collected by AUTHENTIC BICAS to respond to your inquiries, fulfill your requests, or provide you with information.

If you provide us with your contact details, AUTHENTIC BICAS may reach out for marketing or commercial purposes, provided you have consented to this use of your data. You will receive communications via email if you agree to it. You can withdraw your consent at any time.

Additionally, with your permission, AUTHENTIC BICAS may send you commercial information about its products and services, as well as those of its partners.

The personal data you provide will also be used for purposes specified at the time of collection.

Your consent is essential for AUTHENTIC BICAS to process your data for the mentioned purposes. However, your visit and use of the Website will not be affected if you choose not to provide consent.

AUTHENTIC BICAS assumes that the data provided was entered by its rightful owner or with their authorization and that it is accurate and truthful.

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HOW DO WE COLLECT YOUR DATA?

We collect your data through the following means:

  • Newsletter registration via our Website or designated forms.
  • Commercial interactions, if you are our customer or potential customer.
  • Business meetings or networking events (e.g., business cards or conferences).
  • Close associations, such as landlord/tenant relationships or lease agreements.
  • Partnerships with service providers (e.g., Website hosting, email, customer service). These entities act as subcontractors for AUTHENTIC BICAS and are obligated to maintain confidentiality and use the data solely for specified purposes.

Visiting the Website alone does not automatically register any personal data. However, certain features or services may require Users to provide personal data.

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HOW LONG DO WE RETAIN YOUR DATA?

Our policy is to retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. However, in some cases, data may be retained for longer periods if required by law.

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WHAT ARE YOUR RIGHTS?

Under the Portuguese Data Protection Law (Law No. 58/2019, August 8), you have the right to:

  1. Access your information: You can confirm whether your data is being processed and access your personal data.
  2. Request corrections: If your data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections.
  3. Request deletion: You can request the deletion of your data under certain circumstances, such as when it is no longer necessary or if you withdraw consent.
  4. Restrict processing: Under specific conditions, you can request that processing be limited.
  5. Object to processing: You can object to data processing for legitimate interest purposes, direct marketing, or profiling.
  6. Withdraw consent: If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time without affecting the legality of prior processing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

Requests will be handled carefully, and proof of identity may be required to protect your data.

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SECURITY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

We are committed to safeguarding your data and employ appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access. However, internet transmissions are not entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of data transmitted via our Website.

We do not sell or commercially distribute your information to third parties. AUTHENTIC BICAS commits to maintaining the confidentiality of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

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QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Please review it regularly.

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USE OF COOKIES

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Last Updated: January 2025

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