Privacy & Cookie Policy
Privacy & Cookie Policy
Brasidas Group AG
This Privacy & Cookie Policy applies to the website www.brasidas.ch operated by Brasidas Group AG (“we”, “us”, “our”). It explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revDSG) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.
1. Data Controller
Brasidas Group AG
Switzerland
Email: info@brasidas.ch
2. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect personal data such as name, email address, contact details, newsletter subscription information, and any information voluntarily provided via forms or email.
When visiting the website, technical data such as IP address (anonymised where possible), browser type, device information, pages visited and usage data may be collected.
3. Purposes of Processing
Personal data is processed to operate and maintain the website, respond to enquiries, send newsletters, analyse website usage, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations.
4. Legal Basis
Processing is based on consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interests, and legal obligations under GDPR and revDSG.
5. Newsletter (Mailchimp)
We use Mailchimp (The Rocket Science Group LLC, USA) to send newsletters.
Processing includes email address, subscription data, and interaction data (opens/clicks).
Legal basis: consent. A double opt-in procedure is used.
Consent can be withdrawn at any time via the unsubscribe link in any newsletter.
Data transfers to the USA are safeguarded by Standard Contractual Clauses.
6. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics (Google LLC, USA) to analyse website usage.
Cookies are set only after consent via the cookie banner.
IP anonymisation is enabled where possible.
Data transfers are safeguarded by Standard Contractual Clauses.
Consent can be withdrawn at any time via cookie settings accessible through the cookie banner displayed on the website.
7. Cookies
We use strictly necessary cookies, analytics cookies, and preference cookies.
Non-essential cookies are used only with consent.
Cookie preferences can be changed or withdrawn at any time through the cookie banner accessible on the website.
8. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary:
- Newsletter data: until unsubscription
- Contact enquiries: up to 3 years after final contact
- Analytics data: up to 14 months
- Legal data: as required by applicable law
9. Data Transfers
Data may be processed in Switzerland, the EU, and the USA with appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
10. Disclosure of Data
Personal data is shared only with trusted service providers (such as Mailchimp and Google Analytics) or where legally required.
We do not sell personal data.
11. Data Security
Appropriate technical and organisational measures are used to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
Please note that email communications are not encrypted. We recommend not sending sensitive personal information via standard email.
12. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority without undue delay, as required by applicable law.
13. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:
- Right of access to your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restriction of processing
- Right to object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@brasidas.ch.
If you are located in Switzerland, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC): www.edoeb.admin.ch
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority. A list of supervisory authorities can be found at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/about-edpb/members_en
14. Automated Decision-Making
We do not use automated decision-making or profiling with legal or significant effects on individuals.
15. Children's Privacy
This website is not intended for persons under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
16. Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
17. Contact
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy & Cookie Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us at info@brasidas.ch.
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Required for the website to function, such as security, network management and accessibility. These cannot be switched off.
We use Google Analytics (Google LLC, USA) to analyse how visitors use the site. These cookies are set only with your consent; IP addresses are anonymised where possible, analytics data is kept for up to 14 months, and any transfer to the USA is safeguarded by Standard Contractual Clauses.
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