GDPR & Swiss DPA Compliant
Last Updated: January 2026
Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it.
We collect minimal data, we don’t sell it, and you can delete it anytime.
1. Who We Are
Pricimo St. Gallen, Switzerland Email: privacy@pricimo.com
For any privacy-related questions, contact us at the email above.
2. What Data We Collect
2.1 Data You Provide
| Data | When | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Email address | Newsletter signup, account creation | To send updates, respond to inquiries |
| Name | Account creation (optional) | To personalize your experience |
| Submitted places | When you suggest a location | To expand our database |
| Feedback/Reviews | When you rate or comment | To improve our recommendations |
2.2 Data Collected Automatically
| Data | How | Why |
|---|---|---|
| IP address | Website visit | Security, approximate location for relevant content |
| Device type | Website visit | To optimize display |
| Pages visited | Website visit | To improve user experience |
| Cookies | See Section 5 | Analytics, preferences |
2.3 Data We DON’T Collect
- Payment information (we don’t process payments yet)
- Precise GPS location
- Social media profiles (unless you connect them)
- Data from third parties about you
3. Why We Collect Data (Legal Basis)
Under GDPR, we need a legal reason to process your data:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Provide our service | Contract (Terms of Service) |
| Send newsletter | Your consent |
| Improve the website | Legitimate interest |
| Security & fraud prevention | Legitimate interest |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation |
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Show you relevant places and recommendations
- Send you updates (only if you opt-in)
- Improve our platform based on usage patterns
- Respond to your questions and feedback
- Prevent fraud and abuse
We NEVER:
- Sell your data to third parties
- Share your email with advertisers
- Use your data for purposes you didn’t agree to
5. Cookies
We use cookies to make the site work better.
Essential Cookies (Required)
- Session management
- Security tokens
- Your preferences (language, etc.)
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
- Google Analytics (anonymized IP)
- Usage patterns to improve the site
Manage Cookies: You can disable non-essential cookies in your browser settings or via our cookie banner.
6. Who We Share Data With
We only share data with:
| Partner | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting provider | Website infrastructure | Server logs |
| Google Analytics | Anonymous usage stats | Anonymized browsing data |
| Email provider | Newsletter delivery | Email address only |
All partners are GDPR-compliant and have Data Processing Agreements in place.
We NEVER share data with:
- Advertisers
- Data brokers
- Social media platforms (unless you explicitly connect)
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
You have the right to:
| Right | What It Means | How to Exercise |
|---|---|---|
| Access | See what data we have | Email privacy@pricimo.com |
| Rectification | Correct inaccurate data | Email us or edit in your account |
| Erasure | Delete your data | Email us “Delete my data” |
| Portability | Get your data in a file | Email us for export |
| Object | Stop certain processing | Email us or use cookie settings |
| Withdraw consent | Change your mind | Unsubscribe link or email us |
We respond to all requests within 30 days.
8. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account data | Until you delete your account |
| Newsletter email | Until you unsubscribe |
| Analytics data | 26 months (anonymized) |
| Server logs | 90 days |
| Support tickets | 2 years |
9. Data Security
We protect your data with:
- HTTPS encryption on all pages
- Secure servers in Switzerland/EU
- Regular security audits
- Limited employee access
- Password hashing (never stored in plain text)
10. International Transfers
Your data is stored in Switzerland and/or the EU.
If we use services that transfer data outside EU/Switzerland (e.g., some cloud providers), we ensure they have:
- EU Standard Contractual Clauses, or
- Swiss-US Data Privacy Framework certification
11. Children’s Privacy
Pricimo is not intended for children under 16. We don’t knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, contact us immediately.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. When we do:
- We’ll update the “Last Updated” date
- For significant changes, we’ll notify you via email or website banner
13. Contact Us
Privacy Questions: 📧 privacy@pricimo.com
General Contact: 📧 hello@pricimo.com
Address: Pricimo St. Gallen, Switzerland
14. Supervisory Authority
If you’re unhappy with how we handle your data, you can complain to:
Switzerland: Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) https://www.edoeb.admin.ch
EU: Your local Data Protection Authority
This policy complies with:
- EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP/DSG)
Last Updated: January 2026 Version: 1.0