1. identity and contact details of the data controller

the data controller for the purposes of the GDPR is:

airinside gmbh
schützenmattweg 10
2560 nidau
switzerland

email: contact@airinside.ch

2. data collection and processing

2.1 description and scope of data processing
when you visit our website, even if you do not register or provide additional information, we automatically collect general information. this includes details such as your browser type, operating system, domain name of your internet service provider, your ip address, referrer url, date and time of access, and similar data.

these data are processed for the following purposes:

• ensuring a smooth connection to the website,
• ensuring smooth use of our website,
• ensuring and evaluating system security and stability, particularly for abuse detection,
• technically error-free display and optimization of our website.

data is also stored in our system’s log files. we do not store this data together with other personal data of users. we do not use your data to make inferences about you, but we reserve the right to review log files if specific indications of illegal use arise.

2.2 recipients of the data
we use service providers for the operation and maintenance of our website who act as our data processors. all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

2.3 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

appropriate data protection is ensured through:

• data protection clauses in contracts between the parties, notified to the edpb,
• standard data protection clauses approved, issued, or recognized by the edpb,
• binding corporate rules.

3. contact and communication

3.1 description and scope of data processing
our website includes a contact form for electronic communication. if you use this option, the personal data entered in the form is transmitted and stored. this data is used solely to process your request. additional data transmitted at the time of sending the message includes:

• date and time of the request,
• url from which the request was made,
• ip address.

alternatively, you may contact us via the provided email addresses. in this case, the personal data transmitted with the email is stored, including:

• date and time of the request,
• url from which the request was made,
• ip address,
• information on the servers involved in the email communication.

you may also contact us by telephone. in this case, we collect log data including your phone number and the duration of the call. we do not record calls.

3.2 recipients of the data
our website is maintained by service providers acting as our data processors. if you send us a request regarding a quote, service providers may receive data to fulfill their services (e.g., it services, call centers). all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

3.3 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

4. newsletter

4.1 description and scope of data processing
your data is used solely to send you the subscribed newsletter by email and, if you have additionally consented, to evaluate how you use the newsletter and any linked content. providing your name allows us to address you personally and identify you if you wish to exercise your rights as a data subject.

to verify that registration was actually done by the owner of the email address, we use the “double-opt-in” procedure. this means you will receive an email after registering for the newsletter, and you must confirm your subscription by clicking a link.

at the time of confirmation, the following data is also stored:

• location, date, and time of registration,
• ip address,
• email address,
• salutation, first name, last name.

we also analyze your reading and usage behavior to continually improve our newsletter and tailor it to your interests and needs. we analyze whether and what you read or click in our newsletters to make them more attractive.

4.2 recipients of the data
we use service providers for sending and analyzing newsletters who act as our data processors. all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

4.3 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

5. registration

5.1 description and scope of data processing
we offer you the option to register on our website by providing your personal data. this data is entered into a form and transmitted and stored. data is not shared with third parties. the following data is collected during registration:

• first name, last name,
• email address,
• password.

at the time of registration, the following data is also stored:

• ip address,
• date and time of registration.

your consent to process these data is obtained during the registration process. registration is necessary to provide certain content and services on our website.

5.2 recipients of the data
we use technical service providers for the registration process who act as our data processors. all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

5.3 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

6. comment function

6.1 description and scope of data processing
some content on our website has a voluntary comment function, allowing you to provide feedback on a post. the comment is published after positive review. no entitlement to comment approval exists.

if you leave a comment on our website, your name is collected and displayed publicly. additionally, your email address is collected to inform you about the status of your comment. the email address is not displayed publicly or shared with third parties and is not manually evaluated. in addition to these details, the time of creation and your ip address are stored to ensure security and address legal violations.

6.2 recipients of the data
we use service providers for operating and maintaining our website who act as our data processors. all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

6.3 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

7. use of cookies

7.1 description and scope of data processing
a cookie is a small data record created during a website visit and stored on the user’s system. when the server is called again, the browser sends the previously received cookie back to the server. this process helps facilitate navigation on the website and enables basic functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas.

7.2 use of technically necessary cookies
some functions of our website cannot be offered without cookies. these cookies are necessary to recognize the browser even after a page change.

we use cookies for:

• consent management,
• language settings,
• shopping cart items,
• login information,
• registration.

7.3 use of non-necessary cookies
we also use cookies to analyze user behavior. these cookies help us to make the website more efficient and attractive. we use web analytics technologies from the following providers:

• google analytics.

7.4 recipients of the data
we use technical service providers for the operation and maintenance of our website who act as our data processors. all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

7.5 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

8. reach measurement

8.1 description and scope of data processing
we use analytical tools to evaluate user behavior. a detailed description of the tools can be found in the “analytical tools” section of this privacy policy. the processing is based on our legitimate interest to adapt the web offering.

8.2 recipients of the data
we use technical service providers for operating and maintaining our website who act as our data processors. all service providers are contractually obligated to handle your data confidentially.

8.3 data transfer abroad
data processing also takes place outside switzerland, specifically in germany. germany has an adequate level of data protection. therefore, personal data may be transferred there without additional safeguards.

8.4 use of google analytics
we use google analytics to analyze website usage. data is used to optimize our website and advertising measures.

google analytics is provided by google ireland limited (gordon house, barrow street, dublin 4, ireland). google processes the data on our behalf and is contractually obligated to ensure data security and confidentiality.

during your website visit, the following data is recorded:

• pages viewed,
• orders including revenue and ordered products,
• achievement of “website goals” (e.g., contact inquiries and newsletter registrations),
• your behavior on the pages (e.g., time spent, clicks, scrolling behavior),
• approximate location (country and city),
• your ip address (in truncated form to prevent direct identification),
• technical information such as browser, internet provider, device, and screen resolution,
• source of your visit (i.e., how you arrived at our website).

personal data such as name or address is not transferred to google analytics. data retention is limited to 26 months.

9. data security

9.1 description and scope of data processing
we take extensive security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. these measures include encryption, secure connections, and strict access controls.

9.2 data retention
we retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law. after this period, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. your rights

you have the following rights under the gdpr:

• right to information: you can request information about the personal data we hold about you.
• right to rectification: you can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• right to erasure: you can request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
• right to restriction of processing: you can request restrictions on how we process your data.
• right to data portability: you can request to receive your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• right to object: you can object to the processing of your data on grounds relating to your particular situation.

to exercise these rights, please contact us at the contact details provided above.

11. changes to this privacy policy

we may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. the updated policy will be published on our website, and we encourage you to review it regularly.