Tinext SA, as the Data Controller (hereinafter referred to as the “Controller”), considers privacy and the protection of personal data as important aspects of its business. For this reason, it processes personal data in compliance with both the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP, September 25, 2020) and the EU Regulation 2016/679, the General Data Protection Regulation (hereinafter “GDPR”).
We kindly invite you to read this Privacy Policy carefully before sharing any personal data with the Controller, as it contains useful information on how your personal data is protected.
This Privacy Policy:
Applies to the website www.tinext.com (hereinafter the “Website”) and in all cases where it is referenced or linked;
Is an integral part of the Website and of the services offered;
Is provided to users who interact with the Website’s services, pursuant to Article 13 of the GDPR and Article 19 of the FADP.
The processing of your personal data is carried out according to principles of good faith, proportionality, lawfulness, fairness, transparency, purpose and storage limitation, data minimization and accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and accountability. Your personal data will therefore be processed in accordance with legal provisions and current confidentiality obligations.
Please note that the personal data processed may consist—depending on your choices and use of services—of text information, photographic images, or any other information that can identify you directly or indirectly, depending on the requested services.
1. DATA CONTROLLER
The Data Controller is Tinext SA, located at Viale Serfontana 7, 6834 Morbio Inferiore, Switzerland.
2. TYPES OF PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
To allow access to the Website and its services, the Controller needs to process some of your personal data.
Personal data refers to information relating to an identified or identifiable individual, such as name, contact details, or IP addresses.
For mere browsing, please refer to the cookies section for specific information.
Depending on how you use the services, personal data may include your name, an identification number, or elements identifying your personal identity.
The types of data collected through the Website include:
a. Browsing Data
During normal operation, the IT systems and software used by the Website collect some personal data as part of standard Internet communication protocols. These data are not collected to identify users, but they could be used for that purpose through association with data held by third parties. Examples include IP addresses, URI addresses, time of request, method used to submit the request, file size returned, HTTP status code, and user system parameters. These are used to produce anonymous statistics, monitor proper functioning, and improve the site. They may also be used to investigate cybercrimes.
b. Data Provided Voluntarily by the User
This includes data entered into contact or newsletter forms or sent via email. Please avoid sharing sensitive personal data (e.g. political views, religious beliefs, health status) unless specifically requested.
c. Third-Party Data Voluntarily Provided
If you submit third-party data, you must ensure you are authorized to do so, and Tinext will consider you an independent data controller. You agree to indemnify Tinext against any claims regarding unauthorized data processing of third-party information.
d. Cookies
Information on cookies used by this Website is available at this link.
3. PURPOSES OF PROCESSING
Your data are processed for the following purposes:
A) Enable access and navigation of the Website;
B) Respond to contact requests via form or email;
C) Send newsletters based on subscription (with an option to unsubscribe);
D) Fulfill legal obligations or requests from authorities;
E) Generate anonymous statistics.
Processing is performed using manual, IT, and telematic tools, with appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access or loss of data.
4. LEGAL BASIS AND NATURE OF DATA PROCESSING
The legal basis for processing includes:
A) Your consent via Cookie Policy acceptance and continued browsing;
B) Legitimate interest in responding to requests and managing services;
C) Sending of newsletters based on your interest;
D) Legal obligations;
E) Anonymous data processing for statistical purposes.
5. DATA RECIPIENTS
Tinext does not sell or transfer your data to third parties.
Data may be shared with:
5.1. Authorized data processors (e.g., consultants, IT support, group affiliates);
5.2. Legal authorities, if required by law;
5.3. Tinext employees, under strict confidentiality and security obligations.
Any sharing of data complies with GDPR, FADP, and applicable technical and organizational security measures.
6. DATA TRANSFERS
Your personal data are processed in Switzerland and Italy.
Switzerland is recognized as providing adequate data protection per GDPR Art. 45.
Transfers to other EU countries comply with applicable FADP and GDPR provisions.
If no adequacy decision exists, transfers will only occur under legal guarantees or with user consent.
7. DATA RETENTION
Unless otherwise stated, personal data are retained only as long as necessary for the stated purposes, or longer when required by law or with user consent.
8. USER RIGHTS
You have the right to:
Access your data and processing details;
Request rectification or update of your data;
Request deletion (subject to legal obligations);
Request processing limitation;
Withdraw consent at any time;
Object to processing for legitimate reasons, including marketing;
Receive your data in a portable format;
Not be subject to automated decision-making, including profiling;
File a complaint with a supervisory authority.
Requests may be sent to: [email protected]
We aim to respond within 30 days.
9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Use of the Website is restricted to users over the age of 16. Consent for users under 16 must be given by a parent or legal guardian.
10. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING
No automated decision-making or profiling is used.
11. EU REPRESENTATIVE
For data subjects in the EU, Tinext has appointed:
Tinext Italia S.r.l.
Via Borghi 8, Gallarate, Italy
Email: [email protected]
12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
Tinext may update this policy at any time. Users will be notified of material changes and are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy periodically for updates.
13. CONTACTS
For any requests, please write to: [email protected]