Who we are
We are the ACTRIS-Switzerland consortium (hereafter: ACTRIS-CH). Our website address is https://www.actris.ch.
Limitation of liability
Although every care has been taken by ACTRIS-CH to ensure the accuracy of the information published, no warranty can be given in respect of the accuracy, reliability, up-to-dateness or completeness of this information.
ACTRIS-CH expressly reserves the right to alter, remove or temporarily not to publish the content, in full or in part, without prior notice.
In no event will ACTRIS-CH be liable for any loss or damage of a material or immaterial nature arising from access to, use or non-use of published information, or from misuse of the connection or technical faults. You visit the website, use the information contained there and use the offers listed there at your own risk and responsibility.
Liability for internet failures of any kind (e.g. business interruptions, malfunctions, viruses, harmful components, acts of terrorism, etc.) as well as loss of programs or other data in your information systems is excluded.
References and links
References and links to third-party websites lie outside the scope of responsibility of ACTRIS-CH, as do references and links by third parties that refer to ACTRIS-CH websites. Access and use of such websites occurs entirely at the user’s own risk. ACTRIS-CH expressly states that it has no influence whatsoever over the content of any linked site. Responsibility for information and services of linked sites rests entirely with the relevant third parties.
No liability can be accepted in respect of the content of such websites.
Copyright
Copyright and other such rights to all the contents, texts, photographs and images or other data and files on our websites belong exclusively to PSI or to the specifically named owners of such rights. Unless explicitly indicated otherwise, such elements may only be used for non-commercial purposes. Any reproduction or other use of such elements for alternative (particularly commercial) purposes is only permitted with the prior written permission of the relevant owner of the right. Please contact the National Coordinator for information about the editorial use of texts, photographs and images, or other data or files.
Please note: All media, such as photos, graphics and videos, in particular those made available in high resolution in the context of press releases, may only be used in the editorial context of these contents, naming the author. Archiving of this media is not permitted.
Legal validity
As far as parts of or individual wording in this text are/is not, no longer or not completely in accordance with the valid legal situation, the remaining parts are not affected in their content and their validity. ACTRIS-CH expressly reserves the right to change the present terms at any time.
Applicable law and place of jurisdiction
For any disputes arising out of or in connection with the use of the ACTRIS-CH website, only Swiss law applies. The place of jurisdiction is Brugg.
Data protection
ACTRIS-CH attaches the greatest importance and care to the protection of privacy and personal data, as well as to the respect of the provisions of the applicable legislation. Based on Article 13 of the Swiss Federal Constitution and the provisions of federal data protection legislation, everyone has the right to the protection of their privacy as well as to protection from misuse of their personal data. ACTRIS-CH complies with these provisions. Personal data is handled in line with the provisions of the Federal Act on Data Protection as well as with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (hereinafter “GDPR”).
In close cooperation with our hosting providers, we make every effort to protect the databases as well as possible from outside access, data loss, misuse or falsification.
Data collection
The data processing on this website is carried out by the website operator, ACTRIS-CH. You can find their contact details in the imprint of this website.
Your data is collected on the one hand by the fact that you may communicate it to us. For example, this can be data that you enter in an email when contacting us. Other data is automatically recorded by our IT systems when you visit the website. Specifically, when you visit our websites, anonymized information concerning access (data, time, page accessed) may be stored on the server. Log files store details such as browser types used, operating systems, the webpage from which you were forwarded to our websites, an IP address and other similar data (see further details below). This data serves technical analysis in the case of maintenance work as well as defence against threats in the event of attacks on our systems. We do not make any inferences regarding the data subject when using this data. This data is used for statistical purposes and to protect data security.
This usage data also forms the basis for statistical, impersonal evaluations for the purpose of tracking trends so that ACTRIS-CH can improve the information on offer. In accordance with the Federal Act on Postal and Telecommunications Surveillance (BÜPF), there is a statutory retention requirement for marginal data from the past six months.
Server log files:
The provider of the pages automatically collects and stores information in so-called server log files, which your browser automatically transmits to us. These are:
- Browser type and browser version
- operating system used
- Referrer URL (=previously visited page)
- Host name of the accessing computer
- Date and time of the server request
- IP address
- Name of the retrieved page/file
- amount of data transferred
The provider uses the log data only for statistical evaluations for the purpose of operation, security and optimization of the offer. However, the provider reserves the right to subsequently check the log data if there is a justified suspicion of illegal use based on concrete indications.
This data is not merged with other data sources.
The basis for data processing is Art. 6 Paragraph 1 lit. b GDPR, which allows the processing of data to fulfill a contract or pre-contractual measures.
Statistics
We will analyze the Server Log files from time to time to get basic usage data for our website. There are no cookies or other persistent markers used, that allow identification of a user over time. Legal basis: Legitimate interests (Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 lit. f) GDPR).
Data protection and SSL encryption
We treat your personal data confidentially and in accordance with the statutory data protection regulations and this data protection declaration.
By using our website, you provide us with a certain amount of information about yourself, some of which may identify you (“Personal Information”). This is the case when you browse our site or when you fill in online forms.
Revocation of your consent to data processing:
Many data processing operations are only possible with your express consent. You can revoke consent that you have already given at any time. An informal message by e-mail to us is sufficient. The legality of the data processing that took place up until the revocation remains unaffected by the revocation.
Right of appeal to the competent supervisory authority:
In the event of violations of data protection law, the person concerned has the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority. The competent supervisory authority for data protection issues is the data protection officer of the country or canton in which our company is based.
Right to data portability:
You have the right to have data that we process automatically on the basis of your consent or in fulfillment of a contract handed over to you or to a third party in a common, machine-readable format. If you request the direct transfer of the data to another person responsible, this will only be done to the extent that it is technically feasible.
SSL encryption:
Our websites use SSL encryption to transmit confidential or personal content concerning our users. For example, this encryption is activated for queries sent to us by you via our websites. Please ensure that the encryption is activated for corresponding activities by you. Use of the encryption can be recognised as follows: The address displayed in your browser line switches from “http://” to “https://”. The data encrypted via SSL cannot be read by third parties. Only send your confidential information when SSL encryption is activated. If in any doubt, get in touch with us.
Information, blocking, deletion:
Within the framework of the applicable legal provisions, you have the right to free information about your stored personal data, its origin and recipient and the purpose of the data processing and, if necessary, a right to correction, blocking or deletion of this data at any time. You can contact us at any time at the address given in the imprint if you have any further questions on the subject of personal data.
Operation of the web solution by third parties (hosting):
We have entrusted cyon.ch (Switzerland) with the provision and technical support of our platform (web server operation, hosting). Insofar as data is transmitted, stored and processed, this is done according to the instructions of the platform operator and within the framework of order processing in accordance with the GDPR/DSGVO. The servers used for operation are located in Switzerland.
Contact and request management
When contacting us (e.g. via contact form, e-mail, telephone or via social media) and in the context of existing user and business relationships, the details of the requesting person are processed to the extent necessary to answer the contact request and any requested measures.
- Types of data processed: contact details (e.g. e-mail, telephone numbers); Content data (e.g. entries in online forms); Usage data (e.g. websites visited, interest in content, access times); Meta/communication data (e.g. device information, IP addresses).
- Affected persons: communication partners.
- Purposes of processing: contact requests and communication; managing and responding to inquiries; Feedback (e.g. collecting feedback via online form); Provision of our online offer and user-friendliness.
- Legal basis: Legitimate interests (Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 lit. f) GDPR); Fulfillment of contract and pre-contractual inquiries (Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 lit. b) DSGVO).
Further information on processing processes, procedures and services:
- Contact form: If users contact us via our contact form, e-mail or other communication channels, we process the data communicated to us in this context to process the communicated request; Legal basis: Fulfillment of contract and pre-contractual inquiries (Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 lit. b) GDPR), legitimate interests (Art. 6 Para. 1 S. 1 lit. f) GDPR)
Security
We would like to point out that data transmission on the Internet (e.g. when communicating by e-mail) can have security gaps. A complete protection of the data against access by third parties is not possible.
If data is transmitted to ACTRIS-CH (for example using a contact form provided), it is not possible to guarantee confidential or reliable data transfer. In addition, ACTRIS-CH will likewise normally respond to such contact electronically, in which case the confidentiality and integrity of the data transmitted again cannot be guaranteed. For this reason, no data that is sensitive in terms of confidentiality, availability or integrity should be transmitted in this way.
Cookies
Our websites uses cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored permanently or temporarily to your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit our websites. The purpose of the cookies is in particular to analyse use of our websites for statistical analysis and for continuous improvement. You can partially or fully deactivate cookies in your browser settings at any time. However, if you deactivate cookies you may not be able to use all functions on our websites.
We also wish to point out that our websites may contain cookies from third-party providers. By using our websites, you expressly declare your agreement to use all cookies.
Cookies that are required to carry out the electronic communication process or to provide certain functions you want (e.g. shopping cart function) are stored on the basis of Article 6 Paragraph 1 Letter f GDPR. The website operator has a legitimate interest in the storage of cookies for the technically error-free and optimized provision of its services. Insofar as other cookies (e.g. cookies for analyzing your surfing behavior) are stored, these are treated separately in this data protection declaration.
Updating of this policy
This Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the Personal Data Regulations.
Date of last update 24/07/2023