PRIVACY AND COOKIE POLICY

1.                   Privacy policy

1.1               Introduction

PE3Q BV, a company duly organized and existing under the laws of Belgium, having its registered office at Philipssite 5, Entrance B, PO box 1, 3001 Heverlee, Belgium and registered with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises under number 0781.440.314 (“PE3Q”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data are handled in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website at https://pe3q.com (“website”).

1.2               Data collection and retention

We collect the following categories of personal data: name and contact information, the products and services you purchase from us.

We collect these data both directly from you and automatically, for instance through cookies.

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Unless there is a legal reason to retain your data longer, your data will in any case be deleted 2 years after collection.

1.3               Purpose of data processing and legal basis

We use your personal data for the following purposes, and on the following legal bases:

Our legitimate interests, as detailed above, are not outweighed by your rights and freedoms, given the transparency and rights provided in this privacy and cookie policy.

We do not use your personal data for any solely automated decision-making.

1.4               Sharing and transfer of data

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing our services, subject to appropriate data protection agreements. We may also disclose your data if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

We may transfer your personal data to countries outside of the European Economic Area (“EEA”) for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. When we transfer your data outside of the EEA, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data. These safeguards may include the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses or Adequacy Decisions.

1.5               Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or destruction.

1.6               Your rights

In accordance with the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• the right to obtain access to or a copy of your data;
• the right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete data;
• the right to erase your data;
• the right to restrict or object to the processing of your data; and
• the right to data portability.

To exercise these rights, or for any other questions on how we process your personal data, please contact us as per the “Contact us” section below.

Additionally, if you believe, after contacting us, that your data protection rights are not being respected, you can file a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority by:

• email: contact@apd-gba.be;
• phone: +32 (0)2 274 48 00; or
• mail: Rue de la Presse, 35, 1000 Brussels.

You can also contact any other data protection authority of your choice.

2.                   Cookie Policy

2.1               Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how PE3Q (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at https://pe3q.com (“website”).This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, the information we collect using cookies, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

2.2               What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.

First-party cookies are cookies that are set by the website you are visiting directly. These cookies are typically used to store user preferences, keep users logged in, and collect analytics data to improve the user experience on the site.

Conversely, third-party cookies are set by domains other than the one you are currently visiting. These cookies are often used for tracking and advertising purposes, allowing third-party advertisers to monitor your browsing habits across different websites and deliver targeted ads.

2.3               Types of cookies we use

To manage user consent for cookies, we use Cookiebot, a tool that ensures compliance with GDPR and other relevant privacy regulations. Cookiebot helps us categorize cookies and allows users to control their preferences easily via the cookie banner.

We use the following types of cookies:

(a)                Necessary

Necessary are necessary for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly. They are usually set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences or logging in. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Specifically, we use the following necessary / essential cookies:

(b)                Tracking and performance cookies

Tracking and performance cookies are used to collect information about how you interact with our website, including which pages you visit and any errors you may encounter. These cookies help us understand and analyse the performance of our website, allowing us to improve its functionality and user experience. The data collected by these cookies are aggregated and anonymous, meaning they do not identify individual visitors. These cookies also help us track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns and optimise our website’s content and layout based on user behaviour.

Specifically, we use the following tracking and performance cookies:

(c)                Functionality cookies

Functionality cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. They help remember your preferences and choices, such as your username, cookie preferences, language, or the region you are in, to provide a more personalized experience. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Specifically, we use the following functionality cookies:

(d)                Targeting / advertising cookies

Targeting / advertising cookies help tailor advertising to be more relevant to you by collecting information about your browsing habits. These cookies may be placed on our site by our advertising partners. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. Additionally, they assist in limiting the frequency of ad displays and in measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. If you choose not to allow these cookies, you may encounter less targeted advertising.

Specifically, we use the following target / advertising cookies:

2.4               Cookies and personal data

Cookies generally do not contain any data that directly identifies you. However, the personal data we store about you may be associated with the data obtained from cookies. For example, cookies can help us remember your preferences and settings, such as your language choice or login information, which can be linked to your user profile. This allows us to provide a more personalized and efficient experience on our website.

Cookies can also be used to track your browsing behaviour and interactions with our website. This information can be combined with other data we have collected about you to better understand your preferences and interests, enabling us to tailor our content and advertisements to be more relevant to you.

For more detailed information on how we use, store, and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy above.

2.5               Managing cookies

You can easily withdraw your consent by modifying your choice in our cookie banner.

If you want to monitor which cookies have been placed on your browser, or if you would like to remove them, you can do this through your browser settings. More information can be found through the following links:

• Google Chrome;
• Microsoft Edge;
• Safari; and
• Firefox.   

3.                   Changes to these policies

We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. When we modify this policy, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page to indicate when the changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about we ensure the privacy of your personal data and how we use cookies.

4.                   Contact us

If you have any questions regarding these policies, feel free to contact us at info@pe3q.com