Legal, Privacy & Data Protection Policy

Welcome to Euro Tech Lab. We are committed to protecting your privacy, ensuring secure processing of your personal data, and maintaining legal transparency for all website visitors, clients, and business partners.
This page combines our Privacy Policy (GDPR), Cookie Policy, Terms & Conditions, and Data Retention Policy in one consolidated reference.

1. Data Controller

Euro Tech Lab
Email: [email protected]
We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable EU and national laws.

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of data:

• Identification Data: Name, company, position, VAT/EORI, ID numbers
• Contact Data: Email, phone, postal address
• Business & Contract Data: Forms, service requests, certifications, documents
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, cookies, usage analytics
• Financial Data: Payment and billing information (if applicable)
• Compliance Data: Legal documents, customs submissions, certification requests

We do not collect special categories of data unless legally required.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

We process personal data based on:

Consent can be withdrawn at any time.

4. Purpose of Processing

We use your data to:

• Conduct certification, compliance assessments, technical reports
• Communicate regarding projects, legal requests, orders, or inspections
• Issue contracts, invoices, legal documentation, and certificates
• Maintain internal records and regulatory compliance
• Enhance website security, analytics, and performance
• Conduct marketing (only when consent is given)

5. Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality, security, and performance.

Types of Cookies:

You can Accept, Reject, or Customize cookie settings via the cookie banner. You may also disable cookies in your browser, although this may impact functionality.

For any cookie-related questions, contact: [email protected]

6. Data Sharing and International Transfers

We may share your data with:

• Accredited certification bodies 
• Maritime and regulatory authorities
• Customs and compliance organizations
• IT, accounting, legal, and hosting service providers
• Subcontractors essential to service delivery

We do not sell or commercially distribute personal data.
Any transfer outside the EU is protected using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or EU adequacy decisions.

7. Data Retention Policy

After the retention period, all data is securely deleted, anonymized, or archived.

8. Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent (for marketing or non-essential cookies)
• File a complaint with a Supervisory Authority

To exercise any rights, contact: [email protected]

9. Security Measures

We apply technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data, including:

• Data encryption (TLS/SSL)
• Secure European data hosting
• Access control and identity management
• Confidentiality agreements with staff and partners
• Regular cybersecurity audits
• Secure sanitization of archived data

10. Terms & Conditions (Website Use and Legal Disclaimer)

10.1 Use of Website

By using our website or services, you agree to comply with this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

10.2 Intellectual Property

All content, logos, certificates, documents, and templates are the exclusive property of Euro Tech Lab unless otherwise stated. Use, reproduction, or distribution requires written authorization.

10.3 Liability

Euro Tech Lab is not responsible for:

• Regulatory decisions beyond our control
• Delayed certification due to incomplete client documentation
• Indirect or consequential losses
• Actions taken based on website content without verification

Total liability shall not exceed the invoiced value of the respective service.

10.4 Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Netherlands.
Disputes shall be resolved in courts located in Rotterdam.

11. Automated Processing

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on individuals.

12. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated due to legal, technical, or operational changes.
The most recent version is always available on this page.

13. Contact Information

Data Protection Officer – Euro Tech Lab
Email: [email protected]