Your Privacy
We believe it is important that everyone understands how we handle personal data so that you can trust that your information is in good hands with us. In this Privacy & Cookie Policy, we have outlined how we manage this information.
What is personal data?
Personal data includes any information that can be directly or indirectly traced back to you as an individual. In a typical business relationship, this may include your name and email address, as well as your phone number, address, and date of birth. Any action taken with this personal data is referred to as ‘processing.’ The legal definition of ‘processing’ is broad and includes collecting, storing, consulting, using, and even deleting personal data.
Whose personal data do we process?
We process personal data of individuals with whom we have, have had, or wish to establish a direct or indirect relationship. This includes:
- (Potential) contact persons of organizations that we consider to be our customers, suppliers, or other business relations;
- Visitors to our websites.
Who is responsible for processing your personal data?
MARO Fasteners B.V. is responsible for processing personal data.
Why do we process your personal data?
We process your personal data for the following purposes, with examples of processing for each purpose:
- To establish and maintain a relationship with you
If you or the organization you represent want to become our customer, we need your personal data. This also applies if you or your organization want to become our supplier. Additionally, if you apply for a job or internship with us, we require your personal data. - To provide advice and carry out marketing activities
To serve you as a contact person (and the organization you represent) effectively and to offer the best strategic communication support, we process data for marketing activities. For example, we may inform you about our products and services via phone or email.
No longer than necessary
We do not process more data than necessary for the purposes mentioned above, and we do not retain your personal data longer than required.
With whom do we share your data?
Your personal data may be shared with third parties. We engage external contractors/systems for certain tasks, such as (digital) printing companies, photographers, or email systems. We only use contractors who implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data and ensure confidentiality. Additionally, they are not permitted to use your personal data for their own marketing activities.
How do we safeguard your privacy?
We prioritize privacy. We have a Privacy Officer who oversees compliance with privacy regulations and protection. The Privacy Officer serves as the central contact point for both the organization and the regulatory authority. Additionally, we have employees responsible for IT infrastructure security, particularly in relation to GDPR compliance. All our employees have signed confidentiality agreements, and only employees who require access due to their job responsibilities process your personal data.
Social Media
Our websites contain links to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. This Privacy & Cookie Policy does not apply to these platforms. The use of social media is your responsibility. We recommend that you read their privacy policies to understand how your data is handled. Many social media providers are located outside the European Union and store your data outside the EU, which may mean different levels of data protection than within the EU.
External Links
Our website contains links to external websites. This Privacy & Cookie Policy does not apply to those sites. We strive to keep external links up to date and relevant, but we are not responsible for the content of these sites or how they handle your personal data. We advise you to review their privacy policies.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files automatically placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile phone when you visit our website. Some cookies require consent, which we request via a pop-up window when you first visit our website. You can withdraw your consent through our website. Additionally, you can delete cookies from your browser or adjust your browser settings to your preferences.
- Functional Cookies
Functional cookies store and remember your preferences as a website visitor, making the website easier to use. - Analytical Cookies
Analytical cookies help analyze website usage to improve functionality and effectiveness. We use Google Analytics to track visited pages and clicked links. We have a data processing agreement with Google, ensuring that collected data is processed anonymously, not shared with third parties, and not used for other Google services.
| Cookie | Provider | Storage Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| _utma | Google Analytics | 2 years | Identifies users and sessions. Created when the Google Analytics script runs and updated when data is sent to Google Analytics. |
| _utmz | Google Analytics | 6 months | Stores traffic source or campaign to determine how users reach the website. Created when the Google Analytics script runs and updated when content is sent to Google Analytics. |
| _ga | Google Analytics | 2 years | Differentiates users. |
| _gat | Google Analytics | 10 minutes | Regulates requests to the Google Analytics platform. |
| _gid | Google Analytics | 24 hours | Differentiates users. |
Adjusting & Deleting Cookies
If you do not want MARO Fasteners B.V. to place cookies on your device, you can refuse them via your browser settings. These settings must be adjusted separately for each browser and device.
More Information on Cookies?
For more information about cookies, visit:
- Consumentenbond: What are cookies?
- Cookierecht: Cookierecht.nl
- Your Online Choices: The guide to interest-based advertising
What regulations apply to personal data processing?
Laws and regulations protect personal data. In the Netherlands, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been in effect since May 25, 2018, replacing the Personal Data Protection Act (Wbp).
What are your rights?
You can always request information on what personal data we process about you. This right is established in the Personal Data Protection Act. Within four weeks, you will receive an overview of your personal data. You may request corrections or additions to incorrect data. If you wish to have personal data deleted, you can inform us using the contact details at the end of this Privacy & Cookie Policy.
Changes to the Privacy & Cookie Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy, for example, due to changes in laws or our policies. Therefore, we recommend reviewing it regularly when visiting our website.
The last update was on March 4, 2019.
