CALIBRE W

Version: 31-03-2022 | Version Number: 1.0

At CALIBRE W, we respect the privacy of our website visitors and are committed to ensuring that the personal information you provide is treated with the utmost confidentiality. Below, we explain how we achieve this, what personal data we collect, and the purposes for which we use it. This policy applies to all interactions with our website and services, in alignment with our operations in Europe (France) and the Americas (USA).

The use of personal data

When you visit our website or engage with our services, we may collect certain information from you, which may include personal data. We only collect and process personal data that you provide directly (e.g., through our contact form or requests for technical specifications) or that is clearly intended for us to process in the context of your request. We will not use your personal data for purposes other than those outlined below, unless you have given prior consent or we are permitted or required to do so by applicable laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European clients or relevant U.S. privacy regulations.

Purposes of use

To deliver the highest standard of service, CALIBRE W may need to store and process your personal data. We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Providing access to and enabling the functionalities of our website.
  • Processing requests for technical specifications, quotes, or project inquiries.
  • Executing agreements, transactions, and services related to our high-precision metal rods.
  • Managing client relationships, including contacting you regarding your inquiries or projects.
  • Gaining insights into website usage to improve user experience and functionality.
  • Developing and refining our products and services to meet industry standards.
  • Determining our business strategy and policies.
  • Delivering targeted communications, such as updates on our offerings, that align with your professional interests.

Description of the personal data

  • For the purposes listed above, we may process the following personal data:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company name and professional details (e.g., industry, project specifications)
  • IP address
  • Technical browser information
  • Cookie ID
  • Click and browsing behavior on our website

Retnetion periods

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. Once the data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

Confidentiality & disclosure to third parties

CALIBRE W treats your personal data with strict confidentiality. We do not share your personal data with third parties for their direct marketing purposes. We will only disclose your data to third parties if you have given explicit prior consent.

System: Privacy Policy (continued)It is necessary in the context of executing an agreement (e.g., for the delivery of our products or services).
We are required or permitted to do so by law (e.g., to comply with GDPR or other applicable regulations).
Any third parties we engage, such as CALIBRACIER SAS (our sister company for manufacturing) or trusted service providers, are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and process data solely for the purposes of fulfilling our services.

Data Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Access to your personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only, and we use secure protocols to safeguard data during transmission and storage.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies, which are small files stored on your device when you visit our website. These cookies are set through your web browser to enhance your experience. The information collected may be transferred to our secure servers or those of a third party. We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Technical or functional cookies: These enable core website functions, such as saving your preferences or facilitating form submissions.

  • Analytical cookies: These help us track website usage statistics to improve functionality and user experience.

  • Advertising cookies: None used, to maintain a professional and minimalistic approach.

  • Social media cookies: Limited to enabling sharing via LinkedIn, our primary professional network.

The cookies we use include:

  • calibre-w.com: Technical and functional cookies to ensure website performance.

  • google.com: Analytical cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to analyze website traffic and user interactions.

  • linkedin.com: Social media cookies to enable sharing of our content on LinkedIn.

Enabling and Disabling Cookies

You can choose whether to accept cookies. Most browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline them (consult your browser’s help page for instructions). Disabling cookies may limit your ability to fully utilize the interactive features of our website or other sites you visit.

Deleting Cookies

Most cookies have an expiration date and are automatically deleted after a set period. You can also manually delete cookies before their expiration date. Refer to your browser’s manual for instructions.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites, and we cannot guarantee that these third parties handle your personal data securely or reliably. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these websites before using them.

Your Legal Rights

You have the right to access, correct, transfer, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@calibrew.com. For European clients, we comply with GDPR rights, including data portability and erasure. For US clients, we adhere to applicable state laws, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where relevant.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be published on our website, and we recommend reviewing it periodically to stay informed.

Contact Information

CALIBRE W
Europe Office (France)
[Your France Address Here]
[City, ZIP Code, France]
Phone: +33 (0)1 23 45 67 89
Email: contact@calibrew.com
Hours: [Your France Hours Here, e.g., Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CET] Americas Office (USA)


[Your USA Address Here]
[City, State, ZIP Code, USA]
Phone: [Your USA Phone Number Here, e.g., +1 (123) 456-7890]
Hours: [Your USA Hours Here, e.g., Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST]

Data Protection Authorities

If you have concerns about our processing of your personal data, you may contact the relevant data protection authority:

  • For European clients: The French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) at www.cnil.fr.

  • For US clients: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at www.ftc.gov or the relevant state data protection authority.