Privacy policy and Cookie declaration

Effective Date: 19th December 2024
Last Updated: 19th December 2024


BTP-Marine (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://btp-marine.com (the “Website”).


By accessing or using our Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Website.


1. Data Controller


We are the data controller responsible for processing your personal data. For any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact us at:
BTP-Marine
Wechelerweg 38 C
7431 PC Diepenveen
Netherlands
Email: info@btp-marine.com


2. Personal Data We Collect


We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (if provided voluntarily).
• Transaction Data: Payment details processed securely via SEPA payments (we do not store sensitive payment data such as IBANs).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data collected through Google Analytics.
• Cookies: Information gathered through cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7 for details).


We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health or biometric information).


3. Legal Basis for Processing


Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:
• Performance of a Contract: To process transactions or provide services you request (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR).
• Legitimate Interests: For analytics to improve our services (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).
• Consent: For cookies and tracking technologies where required (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).


4. How We Use Your Data


We use your personal data for the following purposes:
• To provide and deliver services.
• To process SEPA payments securely.
• To analyse website performance using Google Analytics.
• To comply with legal obligations.


We ensure that all processing activities comply with GDPR principles of transparency, accountability, and minimisation.


5. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share it with trusted third parties under strict conditions:
• Service Providers: For payment processing (via SEPA) and analytics (Google Analytics). These providers act as data processors under GDPR.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law or regulatory authorities.


All third-party processors are contractually obligated to protect your data in compliance with GDPR.


6. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU resident, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:


1. Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
2. Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
3. Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your personal data.
4. Restriction: Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances.
5. Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format.
6. Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
7. Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for cookies or other specific uses at any time.


To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@btp-marine.com. We will respond within one month as required by GDPR.


7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyse website performance. Our Cookiebot plugin ensures compliance with GDPR by allowing users to manage cookie preferences.


Types of Cookies We Use:
• Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: Used via Google Analytics to track user behaviour on our site.


You can manage cookie preferences using the Cookiebot banner on our Website or through your browser settings.


For more details, see our Cookie Declaration.


8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption and secure payment processing via SEPA-compliant systems.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.


9. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:
• Transaction records are retained in compliance with financial regulations.
• Analytics data is anonymised where possible and retained only for statistical purposes.


10. International Data Transfers
As part of using Google Analytics and other services, some data may be transferred outside the EU/EEA. In such cases, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) to protect your rights under GDPR.


11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.


12. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:


BTP-Marine
Wechelerweg 38 C
7431 PC Diepenveen
Email: info@btp-marine.com