Privacy Policy

Last updated: 01 September, 2025

At Raniero Data Services, your privacy and data security are taken seriously. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or engage with our services. We are committed to transparency and to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).


 

1. Who We Are

Data Controller:
Raniero Data Services
Av. Adolphe Buyl 57 | 1050 Brussels

Website: www.raniero.be

For any questions regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact us.


 

2. What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact details (name, email, organization) submitted via contact forms

  • Technical data (IP address, browser type, device, access time) for site analytics and security

  • Comment data (if enabled) including comment text, IP address, and browser agent

  • Uploaded media (e.g., images) which may contain metadata

  • Cookie data to manage login sessions, preferences, and analytics

  • Inquiry or support data submitted through forms or communications

We collect this data for the following purposes:

  • Responding to contact requests or client inquiries

  • Improving website functionality and performance

  • Performing cybersecurity threat detection and prevention

  • Complying with legal and contractual obligations

  • Delivering marketing or informational content where consent has been given


 

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases for processing your data:

  • Consent – for newsletter sign-ups, cookies, or optional contact

  • Contractual necessity – to perform or enter into a contract with you

  • Legitimate interest – to improve services, maintain site security, and support business operations

  • Legal obligation – for compliance with regulatory or legal requirements


 

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to support user experience and analytics. These include:

  • Session cookies to manage login and display preferences

  • Cookies for saving form data and user preferences

  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to assess site usage

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some parts of our site may not function properly.


 

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, forms, maps). Embedded content behaves as if the user has visited the other website directly. These third-party websites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interactions independently. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites.


 

6. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell or share your personal data for advertising purposes. We may share data with trusted third-party processors, under appropriate contractual safeguards, for:

  • Web hosting 

  • Analytics (Google Analytics, LinkedIn Ads)

  • Security and spam filtering (e.g., Akismet or similar)

  • Professional service providers under NDA (e.g., legal or IT)

If legally required, we may disclose data to law enforcement or public authorities.


 

7. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including in the United States. In such cases, we ensure data protection through legally binding safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework participation.


 

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Contact form data: up to 12 months

  • Analytics and log data: up to 30 days

  • Newsletter or marketing consent: until the user unsubscribes

  • Comments and metadata: indefinitely, for moderation purposes

Registered users (if any) may update or delete their data at any time.


 

9. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct or update inaccurate data

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict or object to certain processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

You can exercise these rights by contacting us through the contact form at the bottom of this page. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your national Data Protection Authority.


 

10. How We Protect Your Data

We use a combination of technical, administrative, and organizational measures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss. Access is strictly limited to personnel who need it for service delivery or legal obligations.


 

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in laws, technologies, or services. We encourage you to review it periodically. The latest version will always be posted on our website.


 

Questions?
Contact us if you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data.

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