Privacy Policy

Last updated on: 16.02.2025

Transparent handling of personal data is very important to us. This data protection statement provides information on what personal data we collect, for what purpose, and to whom we pass it on. We regularly review and update this privacy policy to ensure the highest level of transparency.

1. What services we use

  • Amazon Advertising
  • Google AdSense
  • Google Ads
  • Google Analytics

2. Contact information

If you have any questions or concerns about our protection of your data, you can always reach us by email at info@capslock-it.com. The responsible party for data processing done through this website is:

Capslock IT
Bern, Switzerland

Data protection officer:
Thierry Iseli
info@capslock-it.com

3. General principles

3.1 What data we collect from you and from whom we receive this data

We primarily process personal data that you provide to us or that we collect when operating our website. We may also receive personal data about you from third parties. These may include:

  • Personal master data (name, address, date of birth, etc.)
  • Contact information (email address, phone number, etc.)
  • Financial data (e.g., account details)
  • Online identifiers (e.g., cookies, IP addresses)
  • Location and traffic data
  • Sound and image recordings
  • Particularly sensitive data (e.g., biometric data, health information)

3.2 Under what conditions do we process your data?

We process your data in good faith and in accordance with the purposes set out in this privacy policy. If necessary, processing may also be justified by:

  • Your consent
  • The execution of a contract or pre-contractual measures
  • Our legitimate interests, unless overridden by your interests

3.3 How can you withdraw your consent?

If you have given us consent for specific data processing activities, you can revoke it at any time by sending an email to info@capslock-it.com. Revocation does not affect past data processing.

3.4 In which cases can we share your data with third parties?

a. Principle

We may share data with third parties for processing, including:

  • Accounting, fiduciary, and auditing firms
  • Legal and tax consulting firms
  • IT service providers (hosting, cloud services, etc.)
  • Payment service providers
  • Providers of tracking, conversion, and advertising services

We ensure that all third parties handle your data in compliance with data protection regulations.

b. Visiting our social media channels

We provide links to our social media pages. When you click on these links, the respective social media provider may collect and use your data.

c. Transfer abroad

Under certain circumstances, we may transfer your personal data to companies abroad. These companies are required to adhere to the same data protection standards. If a country’s data protection level does not match Switzerland’s, we conduct risk assessments and ensure contractual safeguards (e.g., EU standard contractual clauses).

3.5 How do we protect your data?

We implement security measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. All data transmission within our website is encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer).

3.6 What rights do you have?

a. Right to information

You can request details about the data we hold about you by emailing info@capslock-it.com along with proof of identity.

b. Deletion and correction

You may request corrections or deletions of your data unless legal obligations require us to retain them.

c. Legal process

If you believe your rights are violated, you can file a complaint with the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner.

3.7 Changes to the privacy policy

We may update this privacy policy at any time.

4. Individual data processing operations

4.1 Providing the website and creating log files

What information do we receive and how do we use it?

When you visit our website, we collect:

  • Your internet service provider
  • Your IP address
  • Your browser version
  • Your operating system
  • Date and time of access
  • The referring website
  • Your search terms

This data is used to ensure website functionality and security.

How can you prevent data collection?

Data is stored only as long as necessary for the stated purpose. Log files are mandatory for website operation and cannot be objected to.

4.2 Amazon Advertising

We use Amazon Advertising, which may store cookies or similar technologies on your device to display targeted ads.

4.3 Google AdSense

Google AdSense is used for ad placements. It collects visitor data through cookies and web beacons. You can opt out of interest-based ads via Google Ads settings.

4.4 Google Ads

Google Ads enables us to display advertisements in Google search results and the Google Display Network. This service may store cookies and track interactions.

4.5 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user interactions. Google Analytics collects:

  • Your IP address
  • Browser information
  • Device information
  • Interaction data (pages visited, time spent, etc.)

You can prevent data collection by adjusting cookie settings in your browser.