At Polarise, we understand the trust you place in us. Therefore, we strive to provide you with transparent and comprehensive information regarding the handling of your personal data. This includes informing you about the types of data we collect during your visit and/or use of our website, as well as how we utilize this data. Furthermore, this Privacy Policy extends to any personal data received through alternative communication channels, such as email, ensuring consistency across all interactions.
As both our website and the underlying technologies continue to evolve, alongside our ongoing business processes, we recognize the need to adapt our Privacy Notice accordingly. Any future updates or modifications will be readily accessible and published on this website, allowing you to stay informed about the latest privacy practices we employ.
Polarise GmbH
Technologiepark 12
33100 Paderborn
Germany
Polarise GmbH
Technologiepark 12
33100 Paderborn
Germany
privacy [ɛt] polarise.eu
Our Privacy Policy solely governs content stored on our website, excluding any third-party website links.
When using our website for informational purposes, we collect certain data transmitted by your browser for enabling the visit. The data includes:
Additionally, cookies are stored on your computer and, with your consent, we use Google Analytics G4 for tracking website usage.
We store end-device data to:
Any profiles created based on website usage are anonymized and are used solely to enhance user navigation and optimize our products and services. These purposes align with our legitimate interest in data processing, as outlined in Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR.
Data will be deleted as soon as it is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected. For website provision, this is typically when the session ends.
We use both:
You can manage cookie settings via your browser or through our cookie consent banner when you first visit our website.
With your consent, we use Google Analytics G4, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”).
Google Analytics G4 uses cookies to help us analyze how users use our website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your anonymized IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers.
We use this information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services relating to website activity and internet usage. The legal basis for this processing is your consent according to Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR.
You can prevent the collection of your data by Google Analytics by not accepting analytical cookies when you first visit our website. You can also install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data.
Data collected:
Data provided via the contact form is processed according to Art. 6 (1) lit. b GDPR for contract initiation or Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR based on our legitimate interest in responding to inquiries. We also use Google reCAPTCHA to protect our forms from spam and abuse, which processes your IP address and browser information based on Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR. This data will not be shared with third parties without consent, except for the reCAPTCHA service as described below.
We use a double opt-in process for newsletter registration. Data collected includes:
The legal basis for processing is Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR for consent and Article 7(3) UWG for post-purchase communication.
For our waitlist functionality, we use Brevo (formerly Sendinblue) as a service provider. When you sign up for our waitlist, the following data may be collected:
This data is processed based on your consent according to Art. 6 (1) lit. a GDPR. Brevo processes this data on our behalf and in accordance with our instructions. For more information about Brevo’s data processing practices, please refer to their privacy policy at https://www.brevo.com/legal/privacypolicy/.
Our website uses Vimeo services to embed and provide videos. These videos are only accessible after clicking on “Play”. Only after this click will a connection to the Vimeo servers be established and data transmitted to Vimeo, including:
There is no connection to Vimeo before you click on “Play” and no data is transmitted.
The use of Vimeo videos is aimed at the appealing presentation of our online offers. This constitutes a legitimate interest within the meaning of Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f GDPR. You can prevent the use of Vimeo videos by not playing the videos or by deactivating JavaScript in your browser settings.
Provider: Vimeo, Inc.
555 West 18th Street
New York, New York 10011, USA
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We use Google reCAPTCHA to protect our website forms from spam and abuse. reCAPTCHA analyzes user behavior to determine whether the user is human or a bot.
Data collected:
Legal basis: Art. 6 (1) lit. f GDPR - legitimate interest in protecting our website from spam and abuse.
Data processing: Google may process this data in the USA. Google is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.
Opt-out: You can prevent reCAPTCHA by not accepting functionality cookies in our cookie banner.
Provider: Google LLC
1600 Amphitheatre Parkway
Mountain View, CA 94043, USA
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Some of our service providers are located outside the European Union:
We maintain profiles on platforms like LinkedIn.
The legal basis for social media presence is our legitimate interest under Art. 6 Para. 1S.1 lit. f GDPR.
When visiting our social media platforms, you can exercise your data protection rights both with us and the platform operator.
Data directly collected by us will be deleted when no longer necessary. Cookies stored on your device remain until manually deleted.
We may share your data with third parties to fulfill purposes mentioned, provided there is a legitimate basis or legal obligation. Third-party processors include:
We use HTTPS and TLS encryption to ensure secure data transmission over the internet, compliant with Art. 25(1) GDPR. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Our website may use internet technologies like JavaScript for improved functionality, without spying on or manipulating user data. All tracking technologies require your explicit consent through our cookie banner.
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
To exercise your rights, contact our Data Protection Officer.