Privacy Policy

Scope of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how gbd NDT AG uses the personal data collected during your visit to our website, online applications, and mobile platforms, as well as when sending newsletters that contain a link to this Privacy Policy (each a “Service”). A Service may be supplemented by additional data protection provisions or notices related to specific features of that Service. This Privacy Policy does not apply to websites, online applications, or mobile platforms that are not linked to this Privacy Policy or that are operated by third parties. By using this website, you expressly agree to the provisions of this Privacy Policy. You may revoke your consent to this Privacy Policy or to individual provisions at any time by contacting us via e-mail (see Imprint).

Collection of Information
We collect information from you directly from your input and automatically through technologies used by the Service.

Information You Provide
The information we explicitly request you to enter and submit in the respective Service may include:

  • Contact details, such as your name, company name, e-mail address, postal address, and telephone number


Automatically Collected Information
For purposes of data security and user-friendliness, the Service automatically collects certain information relating to your use of the Service:

  • The Internet Protocol (“IP”) address used to connect your computer to the Internet.
  • Device and connection information, such as browser type and version, operating system, mobile platform, and unique device identifiers (UDID) or other technical IDs.
  • Uniform Resource Locator (“URL”) clickstream data, including date and time, the content viewed or searched within the Service, and the URL from which you were referred to the Service.


Cookies and Web Beacons
gbd NDT AG uses browser-based “session” cookies and web beacons. Cookies are small configuration files that help us determine the frequency of use and the manner in which our website is used. They also enable certain user functions. gbd NDT AG does not collect personal data via cookies or web beacons.

  • “Session” cookies are temporary and are deleted when the browser is closed.
  • “Web Beacons” (also known as tracking pixels or “single-pixel images”) allow for recording and analysis.


By using this website, you consent to the reading, processing, transmission, and storage of information via cookies and web beacons.

Disabling Cookies:
There are several ways to manage cookies. The Help function on most browser toolbars explains how to stop accepting cookies, how to be notified when a new cookie is placed, and how to block cookies altogether. Please note that blocking cookies may prevent you from registering, logging in, or fully using our services.

Web-Analyse
Google Analytics:
gbd NDT AG uses various web analytics services, including Google Analytics (Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA). These services use cookies (text files stored on your computer) to analyze how you use the website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website is transmitted to and stored on the servers of these services (in the case of Google, in the USA). These services use the information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity for the website operator, and provide other services related to website and internet usage. You may prevent the storage of cookies by configuring your browser accordingly. However, please note that if you do so, you may not be able to use all the features of this website in full. You may also prevent the collection of data generated by cookies and related to your website usage (including your IP address) by Google, as well as the processing of such data by Google, by downloading and installing the browser plugin available at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=de

Further information on terms of use and data protection is available at:

Google Remarketing:
gbd NDT AG uses Google Remarketing (Google Inc., Mountain View, CA, USA). This allows us to target website visitors with personalized, interest-based advertisements when they visit other websites in the Google or DoubleClick Display Network. Google uses cookies to analyze your website usage, demographic characteristics, and interests. The cookie-generated information is transmitted to a Google server, stored there, and may be used by gbd NDT AG for statistical analysis and to create interest-based advertisements. Google may transfer this information to third parties where required by law or where third parties process the data on behalf of Google. You may object to this data collection and storage at any time with effect for the future. You can disable Google’s use of cookies by visiting: http://www.google.com/policies/technologies/ads/. Alternatively, you can disable cookies by third-party providers at: www.networkadvertising.org/managing/opt_out.asp. Further details can be found in Google’s Privacy Policy: www.google.com/intl/en/privacy

Custom Audience (Facebook):
gbd NDT AG uses Facebook’s “Custom Audience” technology (Facebook Inc., Palo Alto, CA, USA). Data collected through cookies, web beacons, or similar third-party technologies allows us to measure and optimize our advertising on Facebook and display posts or ads only to visitors of our website.

We do not share or upload lists containing personal data with Facebook. Data collected is transmitted only in encrypted form. Any potentially personal data of individual users is not visible to us. Further information is available in Facebook’s Privacy Policy:
www.facebook.com/about/privacy

If you do not wish data to be collected via “Custom Audience,” you may disable it here.

Google Conversion Tracking
This service records what happens after a click on a Google Ads advertisement when users subsequently visit the website. Conversions measure whether users perform a specific action defined by us after clicking an ad.

  • Processing entity: Google Ireland Limited, Dublin, Ireland
  • Purposes: Conversion tracking, analysis, measurement of campaign success, advertising & remarketing
  • Technologies used: Cookies, tracking pixels, tracking code
  • Data collected: Browser language, browser type, clicked ads, cookie ID, date and time of visit, IP address, referrer URL, web requests, user behavior
  • Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)
  • Storage period: Data is deleted once no longer needed for processing purposes.
  • Recipients: Google Ireland Limited, Google LLC, Alphabet Inc.
  • Third-country transfer: Data may be transferred to the USA, Singapore, Taiwan, Chile. Risks include access by U.S. authorities without adequate legal remedies.

Cookie policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies?hl=en
Opt-out: https://safety.google/privacy/privacy-controls/
Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en

Google Tag Manager
Google Tag Manager is a service that manages website tags via an interface. Tags are implemented but no cookies or personal data are collected directly by the Tag Manager. However, other tags triggered through the Tag Manager may collect data.

The use of Google Tag Manager requires user consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). Processing may also rely on legitimate interest in improving services (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

According to the Court of Justice of the European Union, there is currently no adequate level of protection for data transfers to the USA. As such, there is a risk that U.S. authorities may access non-anonymized data.

More information: www.google.com/intl/en/tagmanager/faq.html

Social Media Kanäle
Providers of social media channels such as Facebook reserve the right to reject or remove advertisements and content for any reason. The agency explicitly informs clients about this before contract conclusion. Providers are under no obligation to forward content or information to users. Thus, there is a risk that advertising campaigns may be removed without justification.

The agency bases its work on these providers’ terms of service and has no influence over them. By placing an order, the client expressly acknowledges that these terms determine rights and obligations under the contractual relationship.

Use of Your Personal Data
In accordance with §24 Data Protection Act (DSG 2000), you are informed that, with your consent, personal data collected via the Service will be processed for the following purposes:

  • To fulfill and manage contracts.
  • To provide and improve our services and support.
  • To contact you upon your request.
  • To personalize the Service and provide the content you select.
  • To invite you to participate in surveys or promotional activities.
  • For data analysis and internal audits.
  • For product development and identifying usage trends.
  • To determine the effectiveness of marketing activities (with your consent).
  • To prevent and detect security threats, fraud, or other malicious activities.
  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce agreements.
  • For billing and statistical reporting.
  • To assist in processing, delivering, and invoicing orders.

We may also merge personal data you provide with information obtained from other sources or predecessors, for the purposes outlined above.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data
We may disclose your personal data:

  • To enforce or comply with a legal order, law, regulation, or governmental request.
  • To detect and prevent security threats, fraud, or malicious activity.
  • To protect the rights and property of gbd NDT AG.
  • To protect the personal safety of our employees or third parties.

Your personal data may also be stored by service providers such as Google, Facebook, or MailChimp in the USA and disclosed for specific purposes. Please review their respective Privacy Policies for details.

Your Choices and Privacy Settings
When you register with a Service, you may manage available communication settings by updating your account preferences or using the “opt-out” or unsubscribe mechanisms provided in communications you receive. We reserve the right to notify you of changes or updates to the Service..

Data Security
We implement a variety of security measures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your personal data.

Changes to this Privacy Policy
If we change this Privacy Policy, we will post the updated version here with a revised effective date.

Cross-Border Transfer of Personal Data
Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries mentioned in Section 4. By using the Services, you expressly consent to the transfer of your data to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules.

Contat

gbd NDT AG
Franz-Burckhardt-Strasse 11 
8404 Winterthur, Switzerland
T +41 31 544 37 10
E office.ndt@gbd-pta.com

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