Privacy Statement

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V., located at Jaegerinkweg 16, 7091 KA Dinxperlo, is responsible for the processing of personal data as outlined in this privacy statement.

Contact Details:

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V.
Jaegerinkweg 16, 7091 KA Dinxperlo
Phone: +31 (0)315-655518
Website: www.merrem-kunststoffen.nl

Ms. Van der Linden is the Data Protection Officer (DPO) of Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. He/she can be reached via veronique@merrem-kunststoffen.nl.

Personal Data We Process

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. processes your personal data because you use or wish to use our services and/or because you provide this data to us yourself.

Below is an overview of the personal data we process:

• First and last name

• Gender

• Email address

• IP address

• Location data

• Information about your activity on our website

• Data on your browsing behavior across different websites (e.g., if this company is part of an advertising network)

Special and/or Sensitive Personal Data We Process

Our website and/or service does not intend to collect data about website visitors under the age of 16, unless they have permission from a parent or guardian. However, we cannot verify the age of a visitor. We therefore recommend that parents be involved in their children's online activities to prevent data from being collected about minors without parental consent.

If you believe we have collected personal data about a minor without permission, please contact us at info@merrem-kunststoffen.nl, and we will delete this information.

Purposes and Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. processes your personal data for the following purposes:

• To handle your payment

• To send our newsletter and/or promotional material

• To call or email you when necessary to perform our services

• To inform you about changes to our products and services

• To deliver goods and services to you

• To analyze your behavior on the website in order to improve the website and tailor our product and service offerings to your preferences

• To comply with legal obligations, such as data required for tax filings

Automated Decision-Making

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. does not make decisions based on automated processing that could have (significant) consequences for individuals. These are decisions made by computer programs or systems without human intervention (e.g., by a Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. employee).

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. uses the following software systems:

• Ridder IQ Business Software: Used as a quotation and order system for processing requests and orders from (potential) customers. The data in this system is available for internal use only.

• Exact Online: Used to handle invoicing of delivered goods.

Retention Period of Personal Data

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. does not retain your personal data longer than strictly necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. We apply the following retention periods:

• Personal data obtained through our website is not kept for more than one year and is then automatically deleted.

• Personal data obtained via submitted requests or orders is retained for the duration of the ongoing business relationship.

Sharing Personal Data with Third Parties

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. does not sell your data to third parties and only provides it when necessary for the execution of our agreement with you or to comply with a legal obligation. We conclude data processing agreements with companies that process your data on our behalf to ensure the same level of security and confidentiality. Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. remains responsible for these processing activities.

Cookies or Similar Technologies We Use

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. uses only technical and functional cookies, and analytical cookies that do not infringe on your privacy. A cookie is a small text file stored on your computer, tablet, or smartphone during your first visit to the website. The cookies we use are essential for the technical operation of the website and your convenience. They ensure the site functions properly and remember your preferences. They also help us optimize the website.

You can opt out of cookies by adjusting your browser settings to no longer store cookies. You can also delete all previously stored information via your browser settings.

Viewing, Modifying, or Deleting Data

You have the right to view, correct, or delete your personal data. You also have the right to withdraw your consent or object to the processing of your personal data by Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. Furthermore, you have the right to data portability, which means you may request us to send the data we hold about you to you or another organization specified by you.

You can send a request for access, correction, deletion, data transfer, withdrawal of consent, or objection to processing to info@merrem-kunststoffen.nl.

To verify that the request was made by you, we ask that you include a copy of your ID with your request. Please black out your photo, MRZ (machine-readable zone), passport number, and citizen service number (BSN) to protect your privacy. We will respond to your request as quickly as possible, but no later than four weeks.

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. also wants to inform you that you have the right to file a complaint with the national supervisory authority, the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens). You can do so via the following link:
https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl/en/contact-dutch-dpa/tip-us

How We Secure Personal Data

Merrem Kunststoffen B.V. takes the protection of your data seriously and implements appropriate measures to prevent misuse, loss, unauthorized access, unwanted disclosure, and unauthorized alteration. If you suspect your data is not properly secured or if there are indications of misuse, please contact our customer service or email info@merrem-kunststoffen.nl.