dpAdvice

Privacy Policy

In this privacy policy, we explain what personal data dataprotectionAdvice GmbH (referred to as “dpAdvice”, "we" or "us") collects, how we process it, and for which purposes. We also explain your rights and how you can exercise them. When processing your personal data, we observe the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection and EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as applicable, along with its regulations. Please review this policy regularly, especially when using our website, to stay up to date.

If you have questions or would like more information about this privacy policy or how your data is handled, or if you wish to withdraw your consent to the continued collection, use or disclosure of your personal information, please contact info@dp-advice.ch.

Personal data we process and the purposes of processing the data

dpAdvice processes your personal data whenever you interact with us. This usually happens when you: visit our website, book an appointment through the website, interact with our social media channels, initiate contact with us or conclude a contract with us.

When you visit our website, we process technical data through log files, cookies, and analytics tools. This includes: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referrer URL date and time of access, pages visited. Purpose of the processing is to ensure the proper functioning and security of the websit, to analyze user behavior and improve our website content and performance. When you visit our website, we may use cookies and analytics tools. You can manage or disable cookies through the cookie settings on our website.

When you book an appointment through the website, we process personal data including name and last name, your email address and messages you send us through the booking system. Purpose of the processing is to facilitate and schedule meetings with you. By using Calendly, you agree to the collection and use of information by Calendly (more information about the handling of user data at Calendly can be found here: https://calendly.com/legal/privacy-notice).

When you interact with our social media channels, we process personal data including name and last name, your comments and reactions to our social media content and messages you send us through our social media channels. Purpose of the processing is to communicate with you through our social media channels and improve our business offerings. By using LinkedIn, you agree to the collection and use of information by LinkedIn (more information about the handling of user data at LinkedIn can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy).

When you reach out to us via email, we collect your name, email address, topic and your message. Purpose of the processing is to respond to your inquiries.

When you conclude a contract with dpAdvice, we may process the following data: first name, last name, email address, company or organization and business correspondence. Purpose of the processing is to facilitate and manage the contractual relationship with you.

We may also collect personal information about you, such as your name, organisation/company name, address, email address or other personal data if you provide it to us during registration, purchase, by contacting us or otherwise. We only ask for personal information when we actually need it to provide you with a desired service. We collect it by fair and lawful means, with your knowledge and where required, with consent. We also inform you of the purposes for which we collect it and how it will be used.

How we share your data with others

We do not sell your data. We only share your data if you have given your consent. Otherwise we share your personal data where required by law and to third parties who provide technical or organizational services on behalf of dpAdvice and that we require for the purposes mentioned above or to carry out their general business activities. Examples include hosting providers. We contractually obligate these service providers to process your personal data exclusively on our behalf and in accordance with our specifications and to ensure the protection of your personal data through appropriate security measures. If we need to transfer data to countries outside of Switzerland or the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

We may collect and use non-personal information to help us improve the service, personalise your experience and analyse the use of the service. This Privacy Policy does not limit our use or disclosure of non-personal information collected. We reserve the right to collect, use and disclose such non-personal information to our partners, advertisers and other third parties in our sole discretion.

Cookies and tags

This website uses "cookies", which are small data files placed on your device only if your browser settings permit and may include information such as a unique identifier, sub-pages previously visited on this website and/or other information. Types of cookies we may use: session cookies, security cookies or preference cookies. You can refuse the use of cookies on your first visit and can disable or delete cookies in your browser settings.

How long do we keep your data

We process and store your personal data for as long as our processing purposes, the statutory retention periods and our legitimate interests require, or for as long as storage is technically necessary. In principle, the following retention periods apply to us, for example, although we may deviate from this in individual cases: social media posts: until you delete your activity and for financial documents: 10 years after the end of the financial year during which the data was collected.

Communication by e-mail

We may communicate with you by email or telephone in response to your requests or to send you announcements about services based on our previous business relationship and the personal information you provide to us. We may also use your personal information to send you updates and other promotional communications if we have received your consent. If you no longer wish to receive these email updates, you may opt out of receiving them at any time by following the instructions included in each communication. This is usually an "unsubscribe" link.

Your rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

To know what data we have about you
To ask us to correct or delete your data
To ask us to limit how we use your data
To object to the use of your data (e.g., for marketing)
To withdraw any consent you’ve given
To request your data in a digital format

To exercise these rights, please email us at info@dp-advice.ch. We may ask for proof of identity to protect your privacy. If you're not satisfied with our response, you can contact the Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC): https://www.edoeb.admin.ch.

Data security

We take reasonable technical and organizational steps to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is 100% secure.

This website does not change its data collection and use practices when your browser sends the "Do Not Track" signal.

Changes to this Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or our practices. The most recent version is always available on our website.

Updated 6.1.2026