Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 18, 2026

Introduction

GDL Connect (“GDL Connect,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected through our website and related digital platforms (collectively, the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information when you visit our Website, interact with our services, or communicate with us electronically. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Full name

• Company name and job title

• Email address

• Phone number

• Any other information voluntarily submitted through contact forms, inquiry forms, lead generation features, or direct communications.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs

• Cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies deployed via our automated workflows and analytics tools.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Business partners

• Marketing and CRM platforms

• Analytics providers

• Publicly available sources

How We Use Your Information

GDL Connect uses personal information for legitimate business purposes, including to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests

• Provide information about our services

• Conduct business development, automated marketing workflows, and client onboarding

• Improve website functionality, perform data analytics, and optimize user experience

• Send marketing, promotional communications, and personalized email campaigns (where permitted by law)

• Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

• Protect the security and integrity of our systems

Legal Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)

Where required by applicable law, we process personal information based on:

• Your explicit consent

• Performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Legitimate business interests that do not override individual rights (such as managing business-to-business relations and web optimization).

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website utilizes cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to enable core website functionality, analyze traffic patterns, and improve marketing effectiveness (including tracking code from our CRM and marketing automation provider, HubSpot).

We manage user tracking preferences through a Consent Management Platform (CMP) interface on our Website. Upon your first visit, and at any time thereafter, you may interact with our Cookie Banner to accept, reject, or customize your preferences regarding non-essential cookies (such as Statistical or Marketing cookies). You may also control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect certain Website features.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only as necessary with trusted service providers and vendors acting on our behalf to help us operate our business. This includes:

• HubSpot, Inc., which hosts our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, automates our digital marketing workflows, and analyzes visitor engagement.

• Professional advisors (legal, accounting, compliance).

• Business partners involved in delivering services.

• Government authorities when required by law.

All third parties are contractually required to maintain appropriate confidentiality, protect your data, and are prohibited from using it for their own purposes.

International Data Transfers

GDL Connect operates in the United States and Mexico and may process or store information in multiple jurisdictions. Where personal information is transferred internationally, we implement appropriate technical and legal safeguards to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no digital system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy (including active sales, marketing, and client relationships)

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Regional Privacy Rights

Depending on your geographic location, you possess specific legal rights regarding your personal data:

For Mexican Residents (Aviso de Privacidad / LFPDPPP)

In compliance with the Ley Federal de Protección de Datos Personales en Posesión de los Particulares, you have the right to exercise your ARCO Rights (Access, Rectification, Cancellation, and Opposition) regarding your personal data, as well as the right to revoke your consent. To submit an ARCO request, please contact us at the email address provided below with the subject line “ARCO Rights Request.”

For United States Residents (CCPA/CPRA and State Privacy Laws)

We do not sell personal information for monetary value. However, we may share online identifiers (such as cookie data or IP addresses) with third-party service providers for cross-context behavioral advertising and web analytics. You have the right to opt-out of this sharing at any time by customizing your preferences in our website’s Cookie Banner or by emailing us. You also hold the right to request access, correction, deletion, or portability of your information without facing discrimination.

Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. GDL Connect is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our technology or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your privacy rights regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

• Entity: GDL Connect

• Email: contact@gdlconnect.com

• Website: www.gdlconnect.com