At Cantech we consider the protection of personal data important. With this privacy statement, we explain which data we collect, why we do so, and how we handle it. We process data carefully and in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This statement applies only to processing activities for which Cantech is responsible. This statement does not apply to third‑party websites or services to which we refer.

Which personal data do we process

Depending on your relationship with us, we may process the following data:

• Name and contact details (such as email address and telephone number)

• Organisation and position

• IP address and information about your use of our website

• Data you provide in contact or registration forms

• Information contained in application documents

• Any additional data provided to us by you or by third parties

We only process this data insofar as it is necessary for our services.

Why do we process personal data

We use personal data solely for legitimate purposes, such as:

• Communication and marketing: for example sending newsletters or information about our services and projects

• Performance of agreements: so that assignments and collaborations can run smoothly

• Legal obligations: for example to the tax authorities or supervisory bodies

• Security: such as visitor registration at our offices

• Job applications: the assessment of your job application and related contact

• Website optimisation: to improve the functioning of our website and, if you give your consent, to place cookies for analytics and personalisation

Each of these purposes is based on a specific legal basis.

On what legal bases do we rely for this?

We only process personal data when there is a valid legal basis, such as:

• Your consent

• The performance of a contract

• Complying with a legal obligation

• The legitimate interest of Cantech

This means that we never collect or use data without a valid reason.

Retention periods

We do not retain personal data longer than necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, unless we are legally required to keep the data for a longer period. Once the retention period has expired, the data will be deleted or anonymised.

Security

To protect your data against loss or misuse, we have Cantech appropriate technical and organisational measures have been taken.

Disclosure to third parties

We only share data with third parties when this is necessary for our services or when we are legally required to do so. This may include, for example:

• Clients and partners

• Suppliers and service providers, such as IT and hosting partners

• Government authorities and regulatory bodies

If a third party processes personal data on our behalf, we enter into a data processing agreement to safeguard your privacy.

Your rights

Under the GDPR, you have several rights. You may ask us to:

• Access to the data we process about you

• Correction or completion of inaccurate data

• Deletion of data, provided no legal obligation requires us to retain it

• Restriction of the processing or transfer of your data

• Cessation of certain processing activities (lodging an objection)

You can submit a request for this via info@cantech.nl. We aim to respond within four weeks.

Newsletter and withdrawal of consent

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time via the unsubscribe link in the email or by sending us a message. If we process data based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time.

Complaints

If you are not satisfied with the way we handle your data, you can contact us via privacy@cantech.nl. If we are unable to resolve the matter together, you may submit a complaint to the Dutch Data Protection Authority.

Changes

This privacy statement may be updated if legislation changes or if we adjust our working methods. The most current version will always be available on this page.

Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy statement, please contact us at:

Email: info@cantech.nl