Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: [1.11.2024]
Introduction
At [The Horology Lab] We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website https://thehorologylab.com and outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect various types of personal data depending on how you interact with our website:
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details provided when you fill out forms or contact us.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and device information to understand your activity on our website and improve the user experience.
- Cookies and Tracking Data: Cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance functionality, track preferences, and analyze site usage.
2. How We Use Your Information
We process personal data for specific and legitimate purposes, including:
- Service Delivery: To respond to inquiries, provide services, and fulfill requests.
- Improvement of Services: To analyze usage patterns, improve our website, and tailor content.
- Marketing Communications: To send information and updates regarding our services, if you have opted in. You can opt out at any time.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
Under GDPR, we rely on the following legal grounds to process your personal data:
- Consent: Where applicable, we collect and process your data with your consent (e.g., for marketing).
- Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary to perform the services you have requested.
- Legitimate Interests: Processing for purposes that are necessary for our business interests, such as improving our services, provided this does not override your rights.
4. Data Sharing and Transfer
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party providers for functions such as hosting, analytics, and customer support, bound by data protection obligations.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required by law or to protect our rights.
5. International Data Transfers
If we transfer your data to a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards, such as contractual clauses or adherence to the Privacy Shield, to protect your data.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize the data.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your personal data against accidental loss, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
8. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of any incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data when no longer necessary.
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data under certain 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.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Your Contact Email Address].
9. Cookies Policy
We use cookies to improve functionality and enhance user experience. For details on how we use cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.
10. Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates. Changes are effective when posted.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
The Horology Lab
Email: info@thehorologylab.com