Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

maxvisionix B.V. ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

We are the data controller for the personal data we collect and process. Our registered office is located at Marktplein 90, 1076 PO Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Registration Number: KvK61982375).

2. Data We Collect

The data we collect includes personal information that you voluntarily provide to us and information automatically collected when you visit our website. We are transparent about our data collection practices and only collect information necessary for providing our services.

Personal Information You Provide

• Name and contact details when you contact us or subscribe to our services
• Email address for newsletter subscriptions and communications
• Phone number when provided through contact forms
• Messages and feedback sent through our contact forms
• Any other information you choose to provide when communicating with us

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser information
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referral sources and website navigation patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy for details)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal data we collect for legitimate business purposes and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Our use of your data is based on legal grounds including consent, legitimate interests, and contractual necessity.

• To provide and improve our smartphone review and comparison services
• To respond to your enquiries and provide customer support
• To send you newsletters and updates about our services (with your consent)
• To analyse website usage and improve user experience
• To personalise content and recommendations based on your interests
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our legitimate interests
• To prevent fraud and ensure website security

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and tracking technologies for analytics, advertising, and remarketing purposes, including Google Ads. These technologies help us measure campaign effectiveness, deliver relevant advertisements, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner.

For detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage them, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist us in operating our website and services
• With analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) to understand website usage
• With advertising platforms (such as Google Ads) for marketing purposes, subject to your consent
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• In connection with a business transfer or merger (with appropriate safeguards)

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations. Our data retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it is processed.

• Contact form submissions: 3 years from the date of submission
• Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe or 5 years of inactivity
• Website analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Cookie data: As specified in our Cookie Policy
• Legal compliance records: As required by applicable law

7. Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws, you have several rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to restrict processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to data portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent for consent-based processing

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Staff training on data protection and security
• Incident response procedures

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may be located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When we transfer personal data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or other approved transfer mechanisms.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or need to contact us regarding data protection matters, please reach out to us using the contact information below:

13. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe we have processed your personal data unlawfully. In the Netherlands, you can contact the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch Data Protection Authority).