Privacy Policy

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Data Protection & Privacy

FBBank is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy rights in accordance with EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Greek banking laws.

Last Updated: January 2024

1. Information We Collect

FBBank collects personal information necessary to provide banking services and comply with legal obligations:

Personal Identification Data

  • Full name, date of birth, and nationality
  • Government-issued identification (passport, ID card)
  • AFM (Greek tax identification number)
  • Contact information (address, phone, email)
  • Employment and income information

Financial Information

  • Account balances and transaction history
  • Credit history and credit scores
  • Investment portfolio and trading activity
  • Loan applications and repayment history

Technical Data

  • IP addresses and device information
  • Online banking usage patterns
  • Security authentication data
  • Website cookies and preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

Banking Services

  • Account opening and maintenance
  • Processing transactions and payments
  • Loan and credit assessments
  • Investment advisory services

Legal Compliance

  • Anti-money laundering (AML) checks
  • Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures
  • Tax reporting to Greek authorities
  • Regulatory reporting requirements

Customer Service

  • Responding to inquiries and support requests
  • Account security and fraud prevention
  • Service improvements and communications
  • Marketing relevant banking products (with consent)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

FBBank may share your information in the following circumstances:

Regulatory and Legal Requirements

  • Bank of Greece and other regulatory authorities
  • Greek tax authorities (AADE)
  • Law enforcement agencies when legally required
  • Courts and legal proceedings

Service Providers

  • Payment processing companies
  • Credit reporting agencies
  • Technology service providers
  • Professional advisors (auditors, lawyers)

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

4. Data Security and Protection

FBBank implements comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:

Technical Safeguards

  • 256-bit SSL encryption for all data transmission
  • Advanced firewall and intrusion detection systems
  • Secure data centers with 24/7 monitoring
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing

Access Controls

  • Multi-factor authentication for sensitive operations
  • Role-based access controls for employees
  • Regular access reviews and privilege management
  • Secure device management and endpoint protection

Data Handling

  • Data minimization and purpose limitation
  • Secure data backup and recovery procedures
  • Anonymization and pseudonymization where possible
  • Secure data disposal when no longer needed

5. Your Privacy Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject under EU GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right to Access

Request copies of your personal data and information about how it's processed.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.

Right to Restrict Processing

Request limitation of processing under specific conditions.

Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

Exercising Your Rights: Contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@fbbanks.com or visit any branch office.

6. Cookie Policy

FBBank uses cookies to enhance your online banking experience:

Types of Cookies

  • Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
  • Performance Cookies: Help us analyze website usage and improve services
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising (with your consent)

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy or your personal data:

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@fbbanks.com

Customer Service

Email: support@fbbanks.com

Postal Address

FBBank Banking
The FBB - First Business Bank S.A. (Greece) is located at 91, Michalakopoulou Str., 115 28,Ā Athens,Ā Greece.

Supervisory Authority

Hellenic Data Protection Authority
Website: www.dpa.com