Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 30, 2025

1. Purpose of this Privacy Policy

With this privacy policy, we inform you about which personal data we process in connection with our activities and our website, trib3s.com. You will learn why and how we process personal data, as well as the rights you have.

For certain or additional activities, supplementary privacy policies or legal documents such as General Terms and Conditions (GTC), Terms of Use, or Participation Terms may apply.

We are subject to Swiss data protection law and, where applicable, foreign data protection laws, particularly those of the European Union (EU) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The European Commission has recognized that Swiss data protection law provides an adequate level of data protection.

2. Contact Information

Responsible for processing personal data:

Trib3s GmbH

Vogtsrain 45

CH-8049 Zurich

hello@trib3s.com

3. Definitions and Legal Basis

3.1 Definitions

Personal Data: Information related to an identifiable person.
Processing: Any handling of personal data, such as storing, modifying, transmitting, or deleting data.

3.2 Legal Basis

We process personal data in accordance with the Swiss Data Protection Act (DSG) and the GDPR, where applicable. Depending on the case, we rely on the following legal bases under the GDPR:

Performance of a contract (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b GDPR)
Legitimate interests (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR)
Legal obligations (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. c GDPR)
Consent (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR)
Protection of vital interests (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. d GDPR)

4. Type, Scope, and Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data necessary to offer our services and activities securely and reliably. This includes, for example, contact information, browser and device data, location data, and payment information.

Data Retention: We store data for as long as necessary for the respective purpose or as required by law. Data that is no longer needed will be deleted or anonymized.

Data Transfer to Third Parties: We may share personal data with specialized service providers to provide our services. In all cases, we ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

5. Job Applications

We process applicant data to assess suitability for employment. Voluntarily provided data such as résumés and cover letters are used solely for the application process.

6. Data Transfer Abroad

Personal data may be transferred to countries outside Switzerland and the European Economic Area (EEA) if necessary to provide our services. We ensure an adequate level of data protection, either through official recognition or appropriate guarantees (e.g., standard contractual clauses).

7. Rights of Data Subjects

Data subjects have the right to:

Receive information about the processing of their data,
Request the correction of inaccurate data,
Request the deletion of their data (unless legal retention obligations prevent this),
Request the restriction of data processing,
Object to data processing,
Withdraw their consent (effective for the future),
Exercise their right to data portability.

In Switzerland, the competent supervisory authority is the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC).

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure data security. This includes encrypting website traffic via SSL/TLS. However, please note that digital communication can generally be monitored (e.g., by government authorities), which is beyond our control.

9. Website Usage

9.1 Cookies

We use cookies to enhance and personalize our website. You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit website functionality.

9.2 Server Log Files

When accessing our website, information such as IP addresses, browser type and version, and accessed pages are automatically stored in server log files. This data is used to ensure website security and functionality.

9.3 Tracking Pixels

We use tracking pixels (web beacons) to collect statistical data on website usage. These data are similar to server log files and help us improve our services.

10. Notifications and Communications

You will only receive notifications from us (e.g., newsletters) if you have explicitly agreed to them. You can revoke your consent at any time.

11. Social Media

We are active on various social platforms. The data protection policies of the respective platforms apply.

12. Third-Party Services

12.1 Digital Infrastructure

We use third-party services (e.g., Cloudflare for content delivery) to operate our website securely and reliably. These providers may temporarily collect your IP address.

12.2 Audio and Video Conferences

For online meetings, we use services such as Google Meet and Microsoft Teams. Please ensure that your microphone is muted and your background blurred if privacy is a concern.

12.3 Fonts

We use Google Fonts to embed fonts and icons on our website.

13. Performance and Reach Measurement

13.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website usage. Your IP address is anonymized before analysis, ensuring no personal identification.

13.2 Google Tag Manager

Google Tag Manager allows us to manage tracking and analysis services. No personal data is processed by the Tag Manager itself.

14. Final Provisions

We reserve the right to amend this privacy policy at any time. Changes will be published on our website. In the case of significant changes, we will notify our customers separately (e.g., via email).