Privacy policy
This website sets out the privacy policy for the Verifiable.Trade Foundation's website.
We explain which personal information we gather when you visit the Verifiable.Trade Foundation's website, and what we do with such information. We further provide an email address where you can send us inquiries and request corrections.
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I. Name and address of the party responsible
The party responsible as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation and other national data protection laws of Switzerland as well as other data protection regulation is:
Verifiable.Trade Foundation
Steinentorstrasse 13
CH-4051 Basel

Switzerland
Email: info@verifiable.trade
Website: www.verifiable.trade
II. General information about data processing
1. Extent of processing of personal data
In principle, we process personal data of our users only insofar as this is necessary to provide a functioning website and our content and services. The processing of personal data of our users takes place regularly only with the consent of the user. An exception applies to cases in which prior consent cannot be obtained for reasons of fact and the processing of the data is permitted by law.
2. Legal basis for the processing of personal data
Insofar as we obtain the consent of the person concerned for the processing of personal data, the legal basis is Swiss law.
3. Data erasure and storage duration
The personal data of the person concerned will be deleted or blocked as soon as the purpose of the storage is omitted. Blocking or deletion of the data also takes place when a storage period prescribed by the standards mentioned expires, unless there is a need for further storage of the data for conclusion of a contract or fulfillment of the contract.
III. Provision of the website and creation of log files
1. Description and scope of data processing
Each time our website is accessed, our system automatically collects data and information from the computer system of the calling computer.
The following data is collected:
a. Information about the browser type and version used
b. The operating system of the user
c. The Internet service provider of the user
d. The IP address of the user
e. Date and time of access
f. Websites from which the system of the user comes to our website
g. Websites that are accessed by the user's system through our website
The log files contain IP addresses or other data that allow an assignment to a user. This could be the case, for example, if the link to the website from which the user accesses the website or the link to the website to which the user is switching contains personal data.
The data is also stored in the log files of our system. A storage of this data together with other personal data of the user does not take place.
2. Legal basis for data processing
The legal basis for the temporary storage of the data and the log files is Swiss law.
3. Purpose of data processing
The temporary storage of the IP address by the system is necessary to allow the delivery of the website to the user’s computer. To do this, the user's IP address must be kept for the duration of the session.
Storage in log files is done to ensure the functionality of the website. In addition, the data is used to optimize the website and to ensure the security of our information technology systems. An evaluation of the data for marketing purposes does not take place in this context.
4. Duration of storage
The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the purpose of its collection. In the case of collecting the data for providing the website, this is the case when the respective session is completed.
In the case of storing the data in log files, this is the case after no more than 365 days. An additional storage is possible. In this case, the IP addresses of the users are deleted or alienated, so that an assignment of the calling client is no longer possible.
5. Possibility of objection and removal
The collection of data for the provision of the website and the storage of the data in log files is essential for the operation of the website. Consequently, the user cannot object.
IV. Use of cookies
1. Description and scope of data processing
Our website may use cookies. Cookies are text files that are stored in the internet browser and by the internet browser on the user's computer system respectively. When a user visits a website, a cookie may be stored on the user's operating system. This cookie contains a characteristic string that allows the browser to be uniquely identified when the website is reopened.
We use cookies to make our website more user-friendly. Some elements of our website require that the calling browser is identified even after a page break.
The following data is stored and transmitted in the cookies:
- Log-in information
In addition, we may use cookies on our website that allow an analysis of the users' browsing behavior.
This way, the following data can be transmitted:
a. Entered search terms
b. Frequency of page views
c. Use of website features
The data of the users collected in this way are pseudonymized by technical precautions. Therefore, an assignment of the data to the calling user is no longer possible. The data will not be stored together with other personal data of the users.
When accessing our website, users are informed by an information banner about the use of cookies for analysis purposes and referred to this privacy policy. In this context, there is also an indication of how the storage of cookies in the browser settings can be prevented.
2. Legal basis for data processing
The legal basis for processing personal data by using cookies is Swiss Law.
3. Purpose of data processing
The purpose of using technically necessary cookies is to facilitate the use of websites for users. Some features of our website cannot be offered without the use of cookies. For these, it is necessary that the browser is recognized even after a page break.
We require cookies for the following applications:
a. Login processes
b. Description of individual website content
c. Transfer of language settings
d. Remembering keywords
The user data collected through technically necessary cookies will not be used to create user profiles. These purposes also establish our legitimate interest in the processing of personal data according to Swiss law.
4. Duration of storage and possibility of objection and removal
Cookies are stored on the user's computer which transmits them to our website. Therefore, as a user, you have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser, you can disable or restrict the transmission of cookies. Already saved cookies can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it may not be possible to fully use all the functions of the website.
The transmission of Flash cookies cannot be prevented by the settings of the browser, but by changing the settings of the Flash Player.
V. Newsletter/Mailings
1. Description and scope of data processing
The newsletter may be sent because the user registered for it on the website.
On our website you can subscribe to a free newsletter. The data from the input mask are transmitted to us when registering for the newsletter.
The following data are collected if entered:​
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E-Mail
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Name
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Address
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Industry
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Interests
Furthermore, the following data is collected upon registration:
a. IP address of the calling computer
b. Date and time of registration
For the processing of the data, we will obtain your consent during the registration process and refer to this privacy policy.
In connection with the processing of data for the sending of newsletters, there is no disclosure of the data to third parties. The data will be used exclusively for sending the newsletterand mailings.
2. The legal basis for sending newsletters is:
The newsletter is sent based on the user's registration on the website upon availability.
The legal basis for the processing of data after registration for the newsletter by the user is in case of the user's consent Swiss law.
3. Purpose of data processing
The collection of the user's e-mail address serves to deliver the newsletter.
The collection of other personal data in the context of the registration process serves to prevent misuse of the services or the email address used.
4. Duration of storage
The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the purpose of its collection. The e-mail address of the user is therefore stored as long as the subscription to the newsletter is active. : www.gleif.org/en/lei-data/email-notifications-on-technical-updates
The other personal data collected during the registration process will normally be deleted after a period of 90 days.
5. Possibility of objection and removal
Subscription to the newsletter may be terminated at any time by the user concerned. For this purpose, you can find a corresponding link in every newsletter or on the website in the newsletter registration area.
VI. Registration
1. Description and scope of data processing
On our website, we may offer users the opportunity to register by providing personal information. The data is entered into an input mask and transmitted to us and stored. A transfer of data to third parties does not take place.
The following data is collected during the registration process:​
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Name
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E-Mail
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Password
At the time of registration, the following data is also stored:
a. The IP address of the user
b. Date and time of registration
As part of the registration process, the consent of the user to process this data is obtained.
2. Legal basis for data processing
Legal basis for the processing of the data is Swiss law.
3. Duration of storage
The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the purpose of its collection.
VII. Forms and e-mail contact
1. Description and scope of data processing
There are serveral forms including contact forms on our website which may be used for electronic contact. If a user chooses this option, the data entered in the input mask will be transmitted to us and saved.
The following data can be entered into the input mask of the respective forms.
These are transferred to us:​
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First name
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Surname
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Phone
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Email
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Subject
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Message/Comment
At the time of sending the message, the following data is also stored:
Date and time of registration
In this context, there is no disclosure of the data to third parties. The data is used exclusively for processing the conversation.
2. Legal base for data processing
Legal basis for the processing of the data is Swiss law.
3. Purpose of data processing
The processing of the personal data from the input mask serves us only to process the contact. In the case of contact via e-mail, this also includes the required legitimate interest in the processing of the data.
The other personal data processed during the sending process serve to prevent misuse of the contact form and to ensure the security of our information technology systems.
4. Duration of storage
The data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the purpose of its collection. For the personal data from the input form of the contact form and those sent by e-mail, this is the case when the respective conversation with the user has ended. The conversation is ended when it can be inferred from the circumstances that the relevant facts have been finally clarified.
5. Possibility of objection and removal
The user can at any time revoke his consent to the processing of the personal data. If the user contacts us by e-mail, he may object to the storage of his personal data at any time. In such a case, the conversation cannot continue.
The user can at any time object to the storage and processing of personal data with effect for the future and can have his data deleted unless another legal regulation prohibits this. The opposition to the storage and processing of personal data or the deletion request can be directed to us by e-mail: info@verifiable.trade
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VIII. Used services
The description and scope of the data processing results from the information on the services used.
If you do not want the following services, tools, plugins, and social networks - abbreviated to services - to assign the data collected via our website directly to your profile in the respective service, you must log out from the appropriate service before visiting our website. You can completely prevent the plugins from being loaded with add-ons for your browser. With the script blocker "NoScript" (noscript.net).
1. Service: Web analysis
Extent of processing personal data
On our website we use the open-source software tool Matomo (formerly PIWIK) to analyze the surfing behavior of our users. The software sets a cookie on the users’ computer (for cookies see above). If individual pages of our website are called, the following data is stored:
(1) IP address of the user's calling system
(2) The website called
(3) The website from which the user came to the called website (referrer)
(4) The subpages that are called from the called web page
(5) The length of stay on the website
(6) The frequency of calling the webpage
The software runs exclusively on the servers of our website. A storage of the personal data of the users takes place only there. A transfer of the data to third parties does not take place.
For more information about the privacy policy, how the data is processed and the service, see:
matomo.org/docs/privacy/
Purpose of data processing
The processing of the users' personal data enables us to analyze the surfing behavior of our users. By analyzing the data obtained, we are able to compile information about the use of the individual components of our website. This helps us to steadily improve our website and its user-friendliness. These purposes also establish our legitimate interest in the processing of the data according to Swiss law. The anonymization of the IP address sufficiently takes into account the interest of users in their protection of personal data.
Duration of purpose
The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer needed for our recording purposes. In our case, this is the case after 36 months .
Possibility of objection and removal
Cookies are stored on the computer of the user which transmits them to our website. Therefore, as a user, you have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser, you can disable or restrict the transmission of cookies. Already saved cookies can be deleted any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it may not be possible to fully use all the functions of the website.
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2. Service: YouTube
Scope of processing personal data & purpose of processing
We have integrated the service YouTube into our website. YouTube is a social network and video portal. The video portal is used to publish, review, rate and comment on video clips. The purpose of the integration into our website is to spread our content via the service.
The operator and party responsible for the processing of personal data is
YouTube, LLC, 901 Cherry Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066, USA. YouTube, LLC is an affiliate of Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheatre Pkwy, Mountain View, CA 94043-1351, USA.
For more information about the privacy policy, how the data is processed and the service, see:
www.google.de/intl/policies/privacy/
If there are buttons integrated into our website, YouTube can automatically download information technology content. The individual pages viewed by the surfer can then automatically send data to YouTube. Through this technical process, YouTube receives personal data, such as the IP address of the person and their browsing habits, in order to optimize user-directed advertising. This information is stored by YouTube in the United States of America and may be shared with third parties where appropriate. If the user is logged in to YouTube with his profile, YouTube recognizes the user at each activity. Personal data such as the IP address of the person concerned, clicks on pages, access time, access location, the frequency of visits, source links, follow-links and data on the length of stay on the website are sent. YouTube may, if buttons are integrated into our website, assign any activity made by the user to his profile as well as store and process it.
The information will also be posted on the social network and displayed there to your contacts. The information will be used to protect our predominant legitimate interests to optimally market our services in accordance with Swiss law.
Duration of storage
The data will be deleted as soon as they are no longer needed for our recording purposes.
Possibility of objection and removal
Cookies are stored on the computer of the user which transmits them to our website. Therefore, as a user, you have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your internet browser, you can disable or restrict the transmission of cookies. Already saved cookies can be deleted any time. This can also be done automatically. If cookies are disabled for our website, it may not be possible to fully use all the functions of the website.
If the transmission of personal data is not desired, it can be prevented by logging out of the account.
3. Service: LinkedIn
Scope of processing personal data & purpose of processing
We have integrated links to LinkedIn into our website. LinkedIn is a website for social networking and career resources. LinkedIn is committed to providing professional services for both job seekers and recruiters and sharing career-related information. The integration of LinkedIn into our website is intended to distribute our content through this service.
The party responsible for processing your personal information is
LinkedIn Corporation, 1000 W. Maude Avenue,Sunnyvale,CA 94085,USA.
For more information about LinkedIn, its privacy policy, and how it process data, see:
About LinkedIn
LinkedIn Privacy Policy
If a button has been integrated into our website, LinkedIn can download the IT content automatically. Then the webpages accessed by the visitor will automatically transfer the data to LinkedIn. This technical process allows LinkedIn to receive personal information, i.e. your IP address and browsing habits, in order to optimize user-oriented advertising. The information is stored in the United States by LinkedIn, and may be shared with third parties if appropriate. If a user logs in LinkedIn with their personal data, LinkedIn will identify this user in every activity. Your personal information, i.e. your IP address, webpage clicks, when, where, and how often do you access the site, source link, tracking link, and time on site, will be transferred. If a button has been integrated into our website, LinkedIn can link any user activity to the user's personal data and store and process this information.
The information will also be published on the social network and displayed in your contacts. We will use the information to protect the legitimate interests that we have based on applicable laws in order to promote our service in the optimal way.
Duration of storage
Once the personal information is no longer needed for the purpose of recording, it will be deleted.
Possibility of objection and removal
Cookies are stored on the user's computer, which will transfer the cookies to our websites. Therefore, as a user, you have full control over the use of cookies. By changing the settings in your web browser, you can disable or restrict the transfer of cookies. Saved cookies can be deleted at any time. This can also be done automatically. If you disable cookies for our website, you might be unable to get the most out of the site.
If you don't want your personal information to be transferred, you can prevent it by signing out of your account.
Valid as of 2018-05-24