GDPR Compliance

Effective Date: 1st January 2022
Last Updated: 1st January 2025
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1. Data Controller Information
The data controller for this website is:

• Name: Alejandro Trinco

• Trading Name: AIR Arquitectos

• Address: 5 Derek Close, Surrey, UK - KT19 9NT

• Email: info@air-arq.com

If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, you can contact us using the details above.
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2. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
1.    Directly Provided Data:

• Name

• Email address

• Any additional information provided via contact forms or inquiries.

2.    Automatically Collected Data:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Operating system

• Pages visited and time spent on the website (via cookies or analytics tools).

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3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

1. Consent: When you explicitly provide consent (e.g., signing up for newsletters or submitting a contact form).

2. Contractual Obligation: To fulfill requests or agreements (e.g., responding to inquiries).

3. Legitimate Interests: To analyze and improve website performance or ensure security.

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4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries submitted through the website.

• To improve user experience and website functionality through analytics.

• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., record-keeping or responding to legal requests).

We will not use your data for marketing purposes unless you provide explicit consent.
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5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze traffic and user behavior.

• Improve website performance.

• Ensure security.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.

• Analytics Cookies: To understand user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).

Your Choices:

• You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

• You can opt out of analytics cookies via our cookie banner.

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6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

• Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 12 months.

• Analytics data: Retained for up to 24 months.

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7. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties. However, we may share data with:

1. Service Providers: Such as hosting providers or analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

2. Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our legal rights.

All third-party processors comply with GDPR and ensure your data is protected.
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8. Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected under GDPR standards using mechanisms such as:

• Adequacy Decisions: Transfers to countries with GDPR-equivalent protections.

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): Legally binding agreements for data transfer.

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9. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

1. Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

2. Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

3. Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").

4. Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances.

5. Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, commonly used format.

6. Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.

7. Withdraw Consent: If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@air-arq.com.
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10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

• SSL encryption for data transmission.

• Secure servers and restricted access to personal data.

• Regular security assessments and updates.

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11. Complaints
If you believe your data has been processed unlawfully, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
UK Users: Contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk.
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12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, with the "Last Updated" date revised accordingly. Continued use of the Website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
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13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at:

• Email: info@air-arq.com

• Address: 5 Derek Close, Surrey, UK - KT19 9NT