Privacy policy

General Information

Based on Article 13 of the Swiss Federal Constitution and the data protection provisions of the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP), every individual is entitled to the protection of their privacy and protection against the misuse of their personal data. We strictly adhere to these provisions. Personal data is treated confidentially and is neither sold nor passed on to third parties.

In close cooperation with our hosting providers, we strive to protect the databases as effectively as possible against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or forgery. When accessing our websites, the following data is stored in log files: IP address, date, time, browser request, and general information about the operating system or browser. These usage data form the basis for anonymous statistical evaluations, which allow us to identify trends and improve our offers accordingly.

Privacy Statement for the Use of Google Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Inc. ("Google"). Google Analytics uses "cookies," which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyze how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this website is generally transmitted to and stored on a Google server in the United States. However, if IP anonymization is activated on this website, your IP address will be truncated by Google within Member States of the European Union or in other contracting states of the Agreement on the European Economic Area before being transmitted.

Only in exceptional cases will the full IP address be transmitted to a Google server in the United States and truncated there. Google will use this information on behalf of the operator of this website to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services related to website and internet use. Google may also transfer this information to third parties if required by law or if third parties process this data on Google's behalf. The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics will not be merged with other data from Google.

You can prevent the installation of cookies by selecting the corresponding settings on your browser software; however, please note that in this case, you may not be able to use all the features of this website to their full extent. By using this website, you consent to the processing of data about you by Google in the manner and for the purposes elaborated on above.

Collection of Personal Data When Visiting Our Website

It is our primary duty to maintain the confidentiality of the personal data you provide and to protect it from unauthorized access. We take great care and apply the latest security standards to ensure the maximum protection of your personal data.

When you visit our website for informational purposes only, i.e., without registering or otherwise providing us with information, we collect only the personal data that your browser transmits to our server. If you wish to view our website, we collect data that is technically necessary for us to display our website to you and ensure stability and security.

Use of Cookies

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(1) In addition to the aforementioned data, cookies are stored on your computer when you use our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your hard drive associated with the browser you use, and through which certain information flows to the entity that sets the cookie. Cookies cannot execute programs or transmit viruses to your computer. They serve to make the internet more user-friendly.

(2) This website uses the following types of cookies, the scope and functionality of which are explained below:

  • Transient Cookies: These cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. This includes session cookies. These store a session ID, which can be used to assign various requests from your browser to a single session. This allows your computer to be recognized when you return to our website. Session cookies are deleted when you log out or close the browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies are automatically deleted after a specified period, which may vary depending on the cookie. You can delete the cookies in the security settings of your browser at any time.

You can configure your browser settings according to your preferences and, for example, refuse to accept third-party cookies or all cookies. Third-party cookies are cookies that are set by a third party, not by the actual website you are visiting. We would like to point out that you may not be able to use all the features of this website if you disable cookies.

Special Services and Personal Data

In addition to using our website for information purposes only, we offer various services that you may be interested in. In order to use these services, you typically need to provide additional personal data, which we use to provide the respective service and for which the principles of data processing apply.

Minors

Our offer is generally aimed at adults. Persons under 18 years of age should not transmit personal data to us without the consent of their parents or legal guardians.