Policy Version: 1.1

Effective Date: 22 May 2024 Last Updated: 08 May 2026

Welcome to forasoftware.com (referred to as “Forasoft”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). We take your privacy very seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, use, and share your personal data when you visit our website or use our services. It also outlines your rights regarding your personal data and how to contact us or a relevant regulator if you have a complaint.

Forasoft is the “Data Controller” of personal data obtained via this website, meaning we are legally responsible for deciding how and for what purposes your information is used.

Who We Are

Forasoft is an Ireland-based software and technology company specializing in software licensing and IT infrastructure services. We provide a broad array of services designed to support the growth of businesses through cutting-edge technology, speed, and reliability. Our commitment is to act as a dependable IT ally for our clients globally.

Scope of This Policy

This policy applies only to your use of https://forasoftware.com. Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., payment gateways or partner platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., when contacting us or signing up for updates).
• Business Information: Information provided during a contractual or client relationship between your organization and Forasoft.
• Financial and Payment Information: Data necessary for processing payments and fraud prevention, such as bank account details or credit/debit card information.
• Technical and Non-Personal Information: Automatically collected data such as browser type, operating system, IP address, and device type. This helps us optimize website performance.
• Cookies: Information about your browsing behavior as detailed in our [Cookie Policy].
• Third-Party Sources: We may occasionally obtain information from public databases or third-party service providers acting on our behalf.

Note on Sensitive Data: We do not typically collect sensitive personal data (e.g., religious beliefs, health data). If such data is required for a specific service, we will obtain your explicit consent.

Children’s Privacy: Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

How Your Personal Data Is Collected

• Directly: When you register, purchase products, contact us via email/telephone, or provide feedback.
• Indirectly: Through your browsing activity on our website using cookies and similar tracking technologies.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We process your data only for the following lawful purposes:

• To manage our relationship with you or your organization (billing, accounting, and auditing).
• To perform a contract or take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
• To comply with legal and regulatory obligations (e.g., tax reporting, fraud prevention).
• To protect the security of our systems and prevent criminal activities.
• To analyze and improve our website, services, and communications.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our website or provide IT infrastructure (e.g., cloud hosting providers).
• Professional Advisors: External auditors, lawyers, and insurers who are bound by confidentiality.
• Legal Authorities: Law enforcement or regulatory bodies when required by law or to protect our legal rights.
• Corporate Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred to the new owner under confidentiality obligations.

International Data Transfers

Our website is currently operated from Turkey, with infrastructure supported by Microsoft Azure. Data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Ireland, the United Kingdom, India, and other countries where our servers or service providers are located.

We ensure that all international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws (such as GDPR, UK GDPR, KVKK, and the Australian Privacy Act) by implementing appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Data Retention

We will not keep your personal data for longer than is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. Retention periods are determined based on legal requirements and the nature of our relationship with you. Following the end of the retention period, data will be deleted or anonymized.

Data Security

We employ appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or loss. While we strive for absolute security, no transmission over the internet is 100% secure; therefore, data transmission is at your own risk.

Your Legal Rights

Under various regional laws (GDPR, KVKK, Privacy Act), you have the following rights:

• Access: The right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: The right to require us to correct any inaccuracies in your data.
• Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): The right to request the deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
• Restriction of Use: The right to limit how we use your data if you contest its accuracy or use.
• Data Portability: The right to receive your data in a machine-readable format.
• Objection: The right to object to our use of your data for direct marketing or legitimate interests.
• Withdraw Consent: The right to withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on it to process your data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@forasoftware.com.

How to Complain

We hope we can resolve any query or concern you raise about our use of your information. Please contact us at info@forasoftware.com in the first instance.

If you remain unsatisfied, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority:

• Ireland: Office of the Ombudsman (6 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2) or the Data Protection Commission (DPC).
• India: Registered office : Baraboria, Jagatpur, Cuttack, Odisha, India-754200.
• United Kingdom: Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
• Turkey: Kişisel Verileri Koruma Kurumu (KVKK).
• Australia: Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in law or our technology. We will notify you of significant changes via a pop-up message on our website.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding this policy, please contact us:

• Email: info@forasoftware.com
• Web: https://forasoftware.com
• Address: 6 Fern Road, Sandyford, Dublin D18 FP98 Ireland