PRIVACY POLICY

Introduction
Selianz Group GmbH ("Selianz", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in a transparent, responsible, and secure manner.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with us through our online channels.
This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through our website and related communications. Client engagements, service delivery activities, and contractual relationships may be subject to additional confidentiality, information security, and data protection provisions contained within separate agreements.
By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Who We Are
Selianz Group GmbH is a Switzerland-based specialist provider of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), supplier risk management, compliance, and risk advisory services.
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, please contact us at:
Selianz Group GmbH
Email: privacy@selianz.com

Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate our website, respond to enquiries, and support our business activities.
Information You Provide
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name

• Company name

• Job title

• Business email address

• Telephone number

• Information contained within enquiries, messages, or correspondence
   

Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Operating system

• Referring website

• Pages visited

• Date and time of access

• General website usage information
   

Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, enhance security, analyse website performance, and improve user experience.
For further information, please refer to the Cookies and Analytics section below.
How We Use Information
We may use information collected through our website to:

• Respond to enquiries and requests

• Communicate with prospective clients, partners, and suppliers

• Provide information regarding our services

• Improve and optimise our website

• Monitor website performance and security

• Prevent misuse, fraud, or unauthorised access

• Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

• Protect our legitimate business interests

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under relevant data protection laws, we process personal information on the basis of:

• Your consent

• Our legitimate business interests

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Steps taken at your request prior to entering into a business relationship
   

Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, improve user experience, enhance security, and better understand how visitors interact with our website.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Some cookies are necessary for the operation of the website, while others help us analyse website performance and usage.
We may use analytics and measurement tools provided by third-party service providers, including website hosting, analytics, and marketing platforms. These tools may collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the website, browser type, device information, approximate geographic location, and referral sources.
Examples of technologies we may use include services provided by Wix, Google Analytics, and other similar analytics or website optimisation tools.
The information collected through these technologies is generally used to understand website usage trends, improve website performance, enhance user experience, and support the development of our services.
You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Where required by applicable law, we will obtain consent before placing non-essential cookies or similar technologies on your device.

Third-Party Services
We may use carefully selected third-party service providers to support the operation, security, and performance of our website and business activities.
These providers may include:

• Website hosting and website management providers (such as Wix)

• Cloud and productivity service providers

• Website analytics and performance monitoring providers (such as Google Analytics)

• Communication and collaboration platforms

• Security monitoring and protection services

These providers may process limited information on our behalf and are expected to implement appropriate safeguards to protect such information.

Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may disclose information:

• To trusted service providers acting on our behalf

• To professional advisers, auditors, insurers, or legal counsel

• To regulatory authorities or governmental bodies where required by law

• To protect our rights, property, security, or legitimate interests

• In connection with a business transaction, merger, acquisition, or corporate restructuring

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

International Data Transfers
Some of our service providers may process information outside Switzerland.
Where information is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place and that personal information receives an adequate level of protection consistent with applicable data protection laws.

Data Security
Protecting information is fundamental to how we operate.
As a risk advisory and Third-Party Risk Management firm, Selianz is committed to applying risk-based security and data protection practices designed to safeguard information entrusted to us.
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures designed to protect information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss, misuse, or destruction.
Such measures may include:

• Access controls

• Authentication mechanisms

• Secure cloud-based platforms

• Encryption where appropriate

• Confidentiality obligations

• Security monitoring and oversight

While we strive to protect information using commercially reasonable measures, no method of transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as necessary to:

• Respond to enquiries

• Maintain business records

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

• Resolve disputes

• Protect our legitimate interests

When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised where appropriate.

Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

• Request deletion of personal information

• Object to certain processing activities

• Request restriction of processing

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations.
Any updates will be published on this page, and the revised version will become effective upon publication.

Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Selianz Group GmbH
Email: privacy@selianz.com

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related enquiries in a timely manner.