PRIVACY POLICY – AQC

Last updated: 05/12/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to aqc-industry.com.
AQC Industry is committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the GDPR.

Data Controller:
AQC INDUSTRY
11 Rue Albert Einstein, 77420 Champs-sur-Marne, France
SIRET: 85156742000019
Contact: team@aqc-industry.com

2. Personal Data We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Name and surname
Email address
Messages submitted via Wix contact forms or email

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, Wix automatically collects:

IP address
Browser and device information
Pages viewed and browsing behavior
Cookies and analytics data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

Responding to contact requests
Providing information about our services
Managing commercial relationships
Improving website performance
Ensuring website security
Complying with legal obligations

Legal bases:
Legitimate interest, contract performance, legal obligation, or consent, depending on the purpose.

4. Sharing Your Information

We only share data when necessary and in compliance with GDPR.

4.1 Service Providers (Processors)

We may share your data with trusted providers such as:

Wix (website hosting platform)
Email and communication tools
CRM and customer management tools
Cloud service providers

All processors operate under Data Processing Agreements (Article 28 GDPR).

4.2 Third Parties

We may share data when needed for:

Technical operations
Legal requirements
Security purposes

4.3 International Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the EU (e.g., Wix servers in the US or other regions), we ensure adequate safeguards such as:

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Adequacy decisions

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses Wix cookies, analytics cookies, and functional cookies.

These help us:

Enable site functionality
Improve performance
Understand visitor behavior
Personalize user experience

You can manage cookies through your browser settings or using the Wix cookie banner if enabled.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. Retention periods vary depending on the type of data:

Contact Form Submissions

We keep messages, inquiries, and communication data for up to 3 years after your last interaction with us.

Contractual and Client Data

Information related to business relationships is kept for:

The duration of the contract, plus
Any additional period required by law (such as accounting or tax obligations).

Analytics and Website Usage Data

Information collected through cookies, logs, and analytics tools is generally retained for 12 to 24 months, depending on the type of tracker used.

Marketing and Newsletter Data

If you have subscribed to receive updates or marketing communications, we retain your information until you withdraw your consent. You may unsubscribe at any time.

7. Your GDPR Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing or optional processing)
Receive your data in a portable format
File a complaint with the CNIL (France)

To exercise your rights, contact:
📩 team@aqc-industry.com

8. Security Measures

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

Secure hosting via Wix infrastructure
Access controls
Encrypted communications (HTTPS/SSL)
Employee GDPR training
Regular compliance reviews

9. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in:

Legal obligations
Our data processing practices
Our services or tools used

Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.

11. Contact Information

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights:

AQC INDUSTRY
11 Rue Albert Einstein
77420 Champs-sur-Marne
France

Email: team@aqc-industry.com