PRIVACY POLICY

1. INFORMATION FOR WEBSITE VISITORS

We, Bautenschutz Buschek GmbH, Sankt Margarethner Strasse 69, 7011 Siegendorf, place great importance on the protection of your personal data. Therefore, in accordance with the relevant data protection regulations – in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DSG) – we inform you about the collection, processing, and use of your data when visiting our website.

The following data is processed/logged during your visit:

  • Browser type/version

  • Operating system used

  • Referrer URL (previously visited page)

  • Hostname of the accessing computer (IP address)

  • Time of the server request

1.1 PURPOSE AND DURATION OF DATA PROCESSING / DATA SHARING

We use this data solely to optimize the display and for evidence in case of unlawful use of our website. It will be deleted after 7 days unless a legal basis requires longer retention.

Your personal data will not be published. Data may be transferred to an IT processor within our group of companies. This provider may occasionally use sub-processors (e.g. Google LLC). Data is not passed on to third parties unless required to assert, exercise, or defend legal claims in court or before an authority. Even in such cases, data will be deleted immediately after the conclusion of proceedings.

1.2 COOKIES

We use cookies to make our offerings user-friendly. These are small text files stored on your device via your browser. They do not cause harm. Some cookies remain stored until manually deleted and allow us to recognize your browser upon your next visit. You can configure your browser to inform you about the setting of cookies and allow this only in individual cases. Disabling cookies may restrict the functionality of our website.

1.3 WEB ANALYTICS

This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA (“Google”). Google Analytics uses “cookies” to help analyze how users use the site. The information generated by cookies is generally transmitted to and stored on a Google server in the USA.

The data processing is based on the statutory provisions of § 96(3) TKG and Art. 6(1)(a) (consent) and/or (f) (legitimate interest) GDPR. Our legitimate interest is to improve our services and online presence.

To prevent tracking by Google:

More information from Google: https://www.google.com/analytics/terms/us.html


2. INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMERS

We process the following data as part of your customer relationship with us:

  • Name

  • Address

  • Contact information (phone, fax, email – also of customer employees)

  • Internal customer-related data (e.g. customer number, type, category)

  • Details of delivery and service

  • Payment information (e.g. terms, discount tiers)

If you are not in direct contact with us but we process your data to fulfill a contract, this information was provided by a party you authorized (e.g. contractor, supplier).

2.1 PURPOSE OF DATA PROCESSING / DATA SHARING

Data is processed to fulfill contractual or pre-contractual obligations (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).

Additionally, based on our legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR), we may inform existing customers about updates and products via a regular newsletter. You may object to this at any time.

Recipients of this data include:

  • IT service providers (system support and hosting)

  • Freight companies for deliveries

  • Mailing services for newsletters

Data is not transferred to other third parties unless required to assert or defend legal claims. Even then, data will be deleted immediately after proceedings end.

2.2 DATA RETENTION

We comply with Austrian statutory retention periods for business documents. Unless other legal bases exist, data is deleted promptly. This does not apply if required for legal defense in court or before an authority.


3. INFORMATION FOR SUPPLIERS

In the context of supplier relationships, we process:

  • Name

  • Address

  • Contact person(s)

  • Contact details (phone, fax, email – also of supplier employees)

  • Internal supplier-specific data (e.g. supplier number)

  • Details of delivery and service

  • Payment information (e.g. terms, discount tiers)

3.1 PURPOSE OF DATA PROCESSING / DATA SHARING

Processing is for fulfilling contractual or pre-contractual obligations (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR).

An IT service provider supports our infrastructure and may have access to personal data in support cases.

No data is shared with third parties unless required for legal claims. It will be deleted promptly afterward.

3.2 DATA RETENTION

We adhere to Austrian retention periods. Data is deleted once no longer needed unless required for legal proceedings.


4. INFORMATION FOR NEWSLETTER RECIPIENTS

We process your personal data in the context of newsletter distribution.

Data is not published. It may be processed by an affiliated IT service provider.

4.1 NEWSLETTER CONTENT

You receive newsletters and promotional messages only with your consent or another legal basis (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR, e.g. business relationship).

4.2 DATA SECURITY

We handle your data with the highest care and confidentiality, using it only for its intended purpose. GDPR and the DSG are strictly observed and enforced through appropriate organizational and technical measures.

4.3 LEGAL BASES & RIGHTS

Your consent is based on Art. 6(1)(a) and Art. 7 GDPR. Statistical analysis and logging of sign-up processes are based on our legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR), aiming for a secure, user-friendly system.

You have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, transfer, or object to processing of your data at any time. Please send any request to office@buschek.at. If you believe your data has been processed unlawfully, you may file a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority.


5. ONLINE CONTACT FORM

Data collected via our contact form includes:

  • First and last name

  • Company

  • Postal address

  • Telephone number

  • Email address

  • Subject/message

Technical data (browser, OS, visit time) is also collected to optimize the website.

5.1 PURPOSE AND DURATION OF DATA PROCESSING / DATA SHARING

Your voluntarily submitted data is used solely for contacting you. This is legally justified under Art. 6(1)(a) and (f) GDPR. Data will only be retained as long as necessary.

Your data will not be published. It may be processed by an affiliated IT provider. No third-party sharing occurs unless needed for legal claims. In such cases, data will be deleted after the process ends.


6. DATA SECURITY

We treat your personal data with the utmost care and confidentiality and use it solely for its intended purposes. GDPR and the DSG are fully observed and enforced through technical and organizational measures.

6.1 YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right at any time to:

  • Know if and what personal data we store about you

  • Request correction, deletion, restriction, transfer, or objection

  • Report any unlawful processing to the Austrian Data Protection Authority

Please contact us at info@buschek.at for any data protection inquiries.


Bautenschutz Buschek GmbH
Sankt Margarethner Strasse 69
7011 Siegendorf
Austria