Terms of use

Privacy Policy

General

  1. The Histadrut operating this website (hereinafter: the “Organization”) respects the privacy of users of the website. Accordingly, this Privacy Policy sets forth the information regarding the protection of users’ privacy on the website, the options available to users when using the website, and the manner in which the Organization collects, uses, stores, and processes information obtained through the website.
  2. The provisions of this Privacy Policy constitute an integral part of the website’s Terms of Use and are intended, inter alia, to describe the manner in which the Organization uses information provided by users and/or collected by the Organization while using the website.
  3. By registering on and/or browsing the website, the user hereby confirms his/her consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
  4. This Privacy Policy is intended to clarify the privacy practices applicable to the use of the website, including the manner in which the Organization collects and uses information provided by users and/or collected during use and/or browsing of the website. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the website, whether accessed via a computer, mobile phone, tablet, or any other device, as well as to any service provided by the Organization, and to all information provided to or collected by it.
  5. Users are requested to review this Privacy Policy prior to using the website and prior to providing personal data (such as name, email address, etc.) to the Organization through the website.
  6. The user acknowledges and agrees that the Organization may, from time to time and at its sole discretion, amend, update, or replace the provisions of this Privacy Policy and/or any other document governing privacy matters. The updated version shall be published on the Organization’s website at: https://www.histadrut.org.il/.
  7. This Privacy Policy is written in the masculine form for convenience only and applies equally to all genders. Any reference in the singular shall also include the plural, and vice versa, as applicable.
  8. The headings in this Privacy Policy are provided for convenience only and shall not be used for interpretation purposes.

Collection and Use of Information

  • Certain services on the website require the provision of personal information by the user, including full name and contact details (hereinafter: “Personal Information”). Such information is knowingly and voluntarily provided by the user during registration for services on the website. It is hereby clarified that the user is not legally obligated to provide such information; however, provision of such information is required to receive the relevant service. The provision of Personal Information by the user constitutes the user’s consent to the use of such information by the Organization in accordance with this Privacy Policy and subject to applicable law and regulation.
  • The Personal Information provided by the user shall be stored in the Organization’s databases, and the Organization shall be entitled to use such information in accordance with the database registration terms and subject to the provisions of the Protection of Privacy Law, 1981, including the transfer of information to third parties as permitted under the database registration. Providing Personal Information and contact details constitutes consent to receive direct marketing communications from the Organization.
  • The user may, at any time, withdraw consent to receive promotional materials by submitting a written request to the Organization via email at: Moked@histadrut.org.il or by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link included in any promotional email sent by the Organization. Such request shall take effect no later than seven (7) business days from the date of its receipt.
  • For the avoidance of doubt, withdrawal of consent to receive promotional materials shall not derogate from the Organization’s right to use the information for any other purposes permitted under this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

User Rights – Review and Correction of Information

  1. Each user is entitled to request access to information relating to him/her that is held in the Organization’s databases, by contacting the Organization by phone at *3832 or by email at Moked@histadrut.org.il. In addition, the user is entitled, in accordance with applicable law, to request correction, amendment, or deletion of such information, to the extent possible. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Organization may retain information collected independently and/or information not used for direct contact with the user, including information required for the Organization’s operational or business activities, all subject to applicable law.
  2. The Organization may collect and use aggregated and statistical information regarding users’ activities on the website in order to improve, enhance, or modify the website, as well as for marketing and statistical purposes. Such information is generally non-identifiable. However, where a user enters details in a registration form, the Organization may retain the information provided, even if the registration process was not completed, and may use such information to contact the user.

Information Collection Technologies and Cookies

  1. “Cookies” are files created by the website and/or by third-party tools embedded in the website, which are stored on the user’s device and enable the collection of information regarding browsing preferences and usage patterns, such as preferred websites and areas of interest. Some Cookies expire when the browser is closed, while others are stored on the user’s device.
  2. The Organization may use Cookies, tags, pixels, Google Analytics and other identification and/or tracking technologies for the purposes of operating the website, managing access, ensuring information security, customizing the user experience based on user preferences or device/browser settings, continuously improving the website, conducting statistical analyses, and for marketing purposes.
  3. Users may manage their Cookie preferences through their browser settings, including deleting existing Cookies, blocking new Cookies, or receiving alerts prior to the storage of Cookies. Blocking or deleting Cookies may impair certain functionalities of the website and limit access to some or all its services or content.
  4. For your convenience, links to information on managing Cookie settings in commonly used browsers are provided: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari (Google Chrome; Mozilla Firefox; Microsoft Edge; Safari (Mac) ). In addition, you may obtain further information on how to disable Cookies and manage your preferences via the website www.allaboutcookies.org.

Joining the Organization

  1. The Organization enables users who are not members to join the Organization through an online registration form.
  2. Membership in the Organization is voluntary and involves payment of membership fees. Membership fees may be paid by standing order, credit card, or, in the case of an organized workplace, through the employer. When completing the registration form, the user is required to provide the name of the workplace. If the system does not recognize the workplace as an organized workplace, the user will be required to select a payment method and provide payment details. Where payment is made through the employer, the member authorizes the employer to transfer the membership fee payment details to the Organization and authorizes the Organization to transfer the registration form or parts thereof to the employer and the workers’ committee for the purpose of maintaining representation.
  3. The Organization is responsible for registering the user as a member and collecting membership fees in accordance with the member’s details. The membership payment page complies with the PCI-DSS security standard.
  4. In any case where billing details are provided, the user may cancel such authorization upon seven (7) business days’ prior notice.
  5. Joining the Organization also includes joining the General Cooperative Workers’ Society of Eretz Israel (the “Workers’ Society”), which is a cooperative association, and the member undertakes to comply with the constitutions of the Organization and the Workers’ Society, as well as with decisions of their authorized institutions.
  6. Personal information provided as part of the registration process shall be stored in the Organization’s registered database No. 843161. The Organization may receive updates from the Population Register regarding the information provided. Such information shall be used by the Organization, the Workers’ Society, and/or service providers acting on their behalf, including for direct mailing and marketing purposes, in accordance with the purposes of the database and applicable law. Where the user provides information without completing the registration process, the user’s name and phone number may be retained temporarily for the purpose of contacting the user.

Third Parties

  1. The website may include content belonging to third parties, including through links or hyperlinks. Use of such third-party content is subject to the terms of use and/or privacy policies of those third parties.
  2. Any use of third-party content, including access to third-party websites through links on the website, is undertaken at the user’s sole responsibility. The user shall have no claims or demands against the Organization in connection therewith, including, without limitation, for any direct or indirect damage resulting from such use, access, violation of privacy, or collection of information.

Information Security

  1. The Organization implements advanced information security measures and procedures. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Organization does not warrant that the website will operate without interruption or that the website and/or the information collected or provided will be completely immune to unauthorized access. The user acknowledges that the Organization shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damage or loss resulting from unauthorized access, force majeure events, or circumstances beyond the Organization’s control, including infringement of privacy.