Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 2025

This policy (“Policy”) describes how the Manufacturers Association of Israel (“the Association,” “we,” or “us”) collects and uses personal information about users (“the user” or “you”) who use our website at https://www.industry.org.il/
 (“the Website”) or other services offered by the Association through the Website (“the Services”).

Your privacy is important to us. Please read this Policy carefully and ensure you agree with it. If you do not agree to the terms, you must stop using the Association’s Website.
This document is written in masculine form for convenience only, but refers equally to all genders.

You are not legally required to provide personal information. Sharing personal information is voluntary and based on your consent. However, in some cases, if you do not provide such information, we may not be able to provide you with the services you request. By using the Website, you confirm that you have read and accepted this Privacy Policy and that the Association may collect and use your personal information as described herein. If you do not agree, do not provide information to the Association.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Non-Personal Information
The Association collects anonymous, statistical, and non-identifiable data related to Website usage, such as user behavior, viewed pages, etc. We may use third-party services for this purpose, including Google Analytics.

1.2 Personal Information

1.2.1 Newsletter – If you register for our newsletter, we collect details you provide, including name and email address.

1.2.2 Contact Us – If you contact us, we collect details you provide, such as company name, membership status, full name, position, phone, email, and your message.

1.2.3 Joining the Association – If you apply online, we collect details such as company name, owners’ names, phone, email, company address, and activity description.

1.2.4 Cookies

A Cookie is a small data file placed on your computer or mobile device to record your Website usage.

We use Cookies for proper operation and for collecting statistical data about usage, such as time spent, interactions, clicks, etc.

You can manage Cookies in your browser/device settings. Blocking them may limit services provided.

For more details, see our Cookies Policy and the list of Cookies here: [Link to document].

1.2.5 Sensitive Information
We do not knowingly collect or process sensitive personal data (religious affiliation, privacy, health information, etc.). If you believe such data was provided, please notify us immediately.

2. Use of Information

Collected information will only be used according to this Policy and/or applicable law, including to:

Enable your use of the Website and Services, improve user experience.

Operate, modify, improve, and enrich the Website and Services.

Detect and prevent viruses, illegal use, fraud, or violations.

For commercial/marketing purposes, including demonstrating Website efficiency.

Respond to inquiries and provide support.

Send newsletters if you subscribed.

Perform statistical analysis and research.

Provide user and technical support.

Comply with legal obligations, investigate complaints or misconduct.

3. Disclosure to Third Parties

We may share aggregated, non-identifiable statistics with third parties. Additionally, personal information may be shared in these cases:

With business partners (e.g., Google).

If required by court order.

To prevent serious harm.

In case of violations or illegal activity.

For disputes, claims, or legal proceedings.

For cloud storage services outside Israel.

4. Third-Party Links

The Website may link to third-party sites. Such sites may collect and use your personal data differently. The Association is not responsible for their practices or content. Please check their privacy policies before providing personal information.

5. Information Security

We implement reasonable security measures, but absolute protection cannot be guaranteed.

Unauthorized access or misuse by third parties may occur, and the Association will not be liable.

Force majeure events (war, strikes, disasters, etc.) are beyond our control and exempt us from liability.

The Association complies with Israeli law in case of security breaches.

6. Retention & Transfer of Personal Information

We may retain personal data as required by law or legitimate business purposes. Deleted data may remain in backups/archives.

Some services are provided by subcontractors. Clicking certain services may redirect you to third-party providers.

Personal information may be shared with contractors for service delivery.

Data may be transferred to cloud servers outside Israel under Association’s policies.

7. Data Subject Rights

Subject to law, you have the right to:

Access your data and receive a copy.

Request corrections or updates.

Request deletion where data is unlawfully held or no longer necessary.

Exercise other rights granted by law.

Requests can be submitted to: eyalp@industry.org.il
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8. Direct Marketing

If you subscribed, we may send you marketing communications (per Israeli law).
To unsubscribe, email harely@industry.org.il
 or use the opt-out link in the message.

9. Contact Us

For questions about this Policy, contact: eyalp@industry.org.il