Statement of Privacy
Version: 08.03.2015
Scope
This statement of privacy explains to the users the nature, scope and purpose of the collection and use of personal data through the responsible provider Salvis AG, Nordstrasse 15, 4665 Oftringen (E-Mail: , Telephone: +41 62 788 18 18) in this website (hereinafter "offer").
Access Data/Server Log Files
The provider (or his internet provider) collects data on each access to the offer (so-called server log files). In the access data are included: name of the website / file, date and time of access, amount of data transferred, notification of successful retrieval, browser type along with version, the operating system of the user, referrer URL (previously visited), IP address and the requesting provider.
The provider uses the logging data only for statistical uses, for the purpose of operation, security and optimization of the offer. The provider reserves the right to check logging data later, if due to concrete signs there exists a reasonable suspicion of unlawful use.
Handling of Personal Data
Personal data is information that will help a person to be identifiable, i.e. information that can be traced back to a person. This includes the name, the e-mail address and telephone number, as well as data on preferences, hobbies, memberships or which websites were viewed by someone.
Personal data will only be collected by the provider, and can be used and forwarded if permitted by law or if the user has given his consent to the data collection.
Establishing Contact
When making contact with the provider (for example, using the contact form or e-mail), the information about the user for the purpose of processing the request and in the event that related questions arise, is stored.
Comments and Amounts
When users make comments on the blog or make other contributions, their IP addresses are stored. This is done for the security of the provider, in the case that in someone makes unlawful comments and contributions (insults, forbidden political propaganda, etc.). In this case, the provider may be prosecuted for the comment or post and is therefore interested in the identity of the author.
Newsletter
We keep you informed with our latest news and offers by means of the newsletter.
If you wish to receive the newsletter, we require a valid e-mail address and information which allows us to verify that you are the owner of the email address or that its owner agrees to receive the newsletter. Further data is not collected. This data is used only for sending the newsletter and will not be disclosed to third parties.
By registering for the newsletter, we store your IP address and date of registration. This stored information is only used as evidence in the case that a third party misuses an e-mail address and logs in without the knowledge of person authorized to receive the newsletter.
Your consent to the storage of data, e-mail address and to use it for sending the newsletter can be revoked at any time. The cancellation can be made via a link in the newsletter itself, at the administration of the newsletter or by sending a message to the above contact options.
Integration of Services and Contents from Third Parties
It can happen that contents from third parties, such as YouTube videos, Google Maps, RSS feeds or graphics may be integrated within this online service. This presupposes that the provider of such content (hereinafter referred to as "third-party") knows the IP address of the user. Without the IP address, they cannot send the contents to the browser of each user. The IP address is therefore necessary for the presentation of that content. We aim to only to use such content whose respective providers are using the IP address exclusively to send these contents. However, we have cannot control a third party from saving the IP address, for example for statistical purposes. Insofar as is known to us, we clarify this to the users.
Cookies
Cookies are small files that make it possible to store specific related information on the user’s access equipment (PC, smartphone, etc.). Firstly they are used for the user-friendliness of the websites and thus the users (for example, storing login data). Secondly, they serve to detect the statistical data of the website usage and analyze them in order to be able to improve the offer. The user can influence the use of the cookies. Most browsers have an option with which the storage of cookies is limited or completely prevented. However, it is pointed out that the use, in particular the comfortable use of without cookies will be restricted.
You are able to administrate many online advertisement cookies from companies on the American website www.aboutads.info/choices or on the European website www.youronlinechoices.com/uk/your-ad-choices.
Piwik
This offer uses Piwik, an open-source software for statistical analysis of user traffic. Piwik uses "cookies", text files that are stored on the user's computer and allow an analysis of your site to users. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this service is stored on the provider's server. The IP address is made anonymous immediately after processing and before storage. Users can prevent the installation of cookies with a corresponding installation in their browser software. The provider, however, points out to the user that in this case they may not be able to use all of the features of this website.
Cancellation, Modifications, Corrections and Updates
In addition the user has the right upon request to obtain information free of charge about his stored personal data. In addition, the user has the right to correct inaccurate data, block and delete his personal data, whilst the there is no legal obligation to retain it.
Further Information
Your trust is important to us. Therefore we will always be available to discuss and to answer questions concerning the processing of personal data. If you have questions that are not answered by this privacy statement or if you wish to receive more information, please call the Data Protection Officer of Salvis AG at any time.