Data Protection

Data controller

The data controller is:

  • Swiss Data Guard Sàrl, Rue de la Riaz 19, CH-1026 Echandens
  • Tel: +41 21 552 11 12
  • Email: dpo@swissdataguard.ch

Data collected

We only collect data that is necessary for the provision of our services, in particular: Contact information (surname, first name, telephone number, email address) when you write to us via the contact form or by email. Browsing data (IP address, pages viewed, cookies) for statistical purposes and to ensure the proper functioning of the website. We do not collect any sensitive data (health, political opinions, religion, etc.).

Purposes of processing

Your data is used to:

  • respond to your requests via the contact form or by email,
  • ensure the proper functioning and security of the website,
  • measure audience numbers and improve our services.

Legal basis

The processing of your data is based on:

  • your consent (contact form, non-essential cookies),
  • the legitimate interest of the company (website security, anonymous statistics),
  • a legal obligation where applicable (e.g. invoicing).

Data retention

  • Contact details: retained for a maximum of 3 years after the last exchange.
  • Browsing data: retained for 13 months (cookies).
  • Data related to a service: retained for 10 years (accounting obligations).

Data sharing

Your data is never sold on. It may be passed on to technical service providers (hosting, IT maintenance) solely for the proper functioning of the site and in compliance with the GDPR.

Your rights

In accordance with the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Right of access and rectification,
  • Right to erasure (‘right to be forgotten’),
  • Right to object,
  • Right to restriction of processing,
  • Right to data portability.

To exercise your rights, send an email to dpo@swissdataguard.ch specifying your request. You can also lodge a complaint with your DPA if you believe that your rights have not been respected.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to ensure its proper functioning and to improve the user experience. An information banner allows you to accept, refuse or customise your preferences. For more information, please see our cookies policy.

Security

We implement all necessary technical and organisational measures to protect your data against loss, alteration, disclosure or unauthorised access.

Updates

This data protection policy may be amended to remain compliant with legal and technical developments.

Last updated: January 2nd, 2026