1. Introduction and Scope

Quantiz, operated by Jpleeuwke berendonk ("we," "us," or "our"), is deeply committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website www.quantiz.nl, including all related media channels, mobile websites, or applications (collectively, "Website").

This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR - Regulation (EU) 2016/679), applicable Dutch data protection laws, and international privacy standards. Please read this policy carefully. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

As the data controller (as defined in GDPR Article 4(7)), Quantiz takes responsibility for lawful and secure processing of your personal data. Contact information:

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Contact us through our contact form
• Submit a project inquiry
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Request information about our services
• Communicate via email, phone, or other channels

This information may include: name, email address, phone number, company name, project details, and any other information you choose to provide.

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Website, we automatically collect:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date stamps
• Device Information: device type, operating system, unique identifiers
• Usage Data: how you interact with our content and features
• Location Data: general geographic location based on IP address

3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences. We use:

• Essential cookies: Required for website functionality
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how you use our Website
• Marketing cookies: Track activity for targeted advertising

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds (GDPR Article 6):

• Consent: You have given explicit consent for specific processing purposes
• Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill our agreement with you
• Legal Obligation: We are required by law to process your data
• Vital Interests: Processing is necessary to protect vital interests
• Public Task: Processing is necessary for tasks of public interest
• Legitimate Interest: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for:

• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)
• Improving and optimizing our Website and services
• Analyzing usage trends and user behavior
• Detecting and preventing fraud and security threats
• Complying with legal obligations
• Personalizing your Website experience
• Processing payments and billing

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information in the following cases:

• Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our Website (hosting, email services, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or bankruptcy
• Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share with specific parties

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Limited access to data (principle of least privilege)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

However, no transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Retention periods include:

• Contact Form Data: Maximum 2 years unless you consent to marketing
• Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe
• Server Logs: Maximum 30 days
• Billing Data: 7 years (required by Dutch tax law)

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request access to all your personal data we hold
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten)
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format
• Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
• Right to Explanation: Request explanation of automated decision-making

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@quantiz.nl. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data is processed and stored within the European Union. When data is transferred outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses or your explicit consent.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to external sites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected data from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our Website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our Website following such notification constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Data Protection Authority

If you believe we are not processing your personal data correctly, you have the right to file a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens):

15. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact: