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GDPR and lemlist: Staying Compliant
GDPR and lemlist: Staying Compliant

Learn how lemlist ensures GDPR compliance, handles public data, and provides opt-out options for secure and responsible outreach.

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Overview

lemlist is committed to following GDPR rules to protect the data of its users and the people they contact. This means lemlist ensures secure practices when storing and using information, and gives people control over their data.

This article explains how lemlist complies with GDPR, what information is included in its database, how users can interact with the database, and how lemlist ensures privacy and security. We will also cover how you can manage your data and opt-out if needed.

lemlist is committed to ensuring compliance with GDPR regulations, prioritizing the privacy and data protection of its users and their contacts.

lemlist and GDPR: How It Works

lemlist ensures GDPR compliance by following key principles that protect both users and recipients. Here's how lemlist handles data in line with GDPR:

  1. Data Security:

    lemlist employs strong security measures to protect user data, ensuring that your information remains safe.

  2. Public Information Only:
    lemlist’s database is made up of publicly available information, mostly from LinkedIn profiles. This includes basic details like names, job titles, and company names. Sensitive information, such as email addresses and phone numbers, is not included unless explicitly provided by users.

  3. Consent Mechanism:
    When users export contacts using lemlist’s credits, they explicitly agree to follow lemlist’s privacy and sending policies. This ensures that the data is used responsibly and in compliance with GDPR. Furthermore, recipients always have the option to unsubscribe from the database.

  4. Transparent Practices:
    lemlist is committed to transparency in how data is handled. Users are fully informed about the methods used to gather data, such as credit-based exports and the techniques used to find contact information. This ensures users understand how their data is processed.

  5. Opt-Out Mechanism:
    lemlist provides an opt-out option for individuals who are included in the database. People can choose to remove their information by either contacting lemlist’s privacy address or reaching out to the specific lemlist user who holds their data. Additionally, each email sent through lemlist includes an opt-out link to make unsubscribing easy for recipients.

  6. Privacy Policy Compliance:
    lemlist users are required to comply with the platform’s privacy policy and sending policy when using credits for contact exports. This ensures that all data handling practices are in line with GDPR principles, protecting individuals' privacy and guaranteeing that data is processed correctly.

By adhering to these practices, lemlist ensures that users can conduct outreach effectively while respecting privacy rights and maintaining GDPR compliance.

lemlist Compliancy Setting

lemlist users can and should certify that their prospects' data will be collected under GDPR, straight from their outreach app:

People Database and GDPR

lemlist's database is a collection of publicly available information from LinkedIn profiles. This includes details such as names, current and past positions, and company names. However, it's important to note that our database does not include email addresses or phone numbers.

How Does lemlist Use this Information?

At lemlist, we respect individual privacy rights and strive to adhere to GDPR regulations. This means that we do not send information to individuals in our database without their direct consent and the presence of their contact information. This ensures that our users can confidently and securely use our platform to connect with potential contacts.

Can individuals opt-out of lemlist's Database?

Yes, individuals have the right to opt-out of lemlist's database. If you would like to remove your information, you can reach out to our privacy address or contact the specific lemlist user who possesses your information.

We take opt-outs seriously and will promptly remove any requested information from our database.

How Does lemlist Populate Information in the Database using the Enrichment option?

To use credits and export your contacts from lemlist's database, you are essentially asking lemlist to search for the contact information of the person you need.

This allows you to easily gather the email addresses of potential leads or clients. lemlist uses a variety of techniques to obtain the requested contact information. For example, if we know that a particular company typically formats their email addresses as [email protected], we will use that format and test it to see if it returns a valid email address.

Additionally, we may reach out to our partners to see if they have any additional contact information on file for the specific person or company. These methods are non-intrusive and align with our commitment to respecting individual privacy rights.

Additionally, lemlist acts as a data processor in the process of exporting contacts. This means that we only share information with permission from our users and in accordance with our privacy and sending policies.

Conclusion

lemlist's database exclusively consists of publicly available information from LinkedIn profiles. We do not include email addresses or phone numbers in our database. Individuals can opt-out of our database at any time by contacting our privacy address or the specific lemlist user who possesses their information. We respect individual privacy rights and adhere to GDPR regulations by using non-intrusive methods to populate our database.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us through the chat, and we'll assist you quickly.

Disclaimer: Apart from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), there are other laws and regulations that may impact cold email outreach. It's essential to be aware of these regulations to ensure compliance. It's crucial to note that laws can vary between countries, and staying informed about the specific regulations in the target countries of your email outreach is essential. Consulting with legal professionals familiar with the specific jurisdiction can provide tailored advice based on the latest legal developments.

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