This Privacy Policy describes how Thalorin, a company incorporated in Switzerland, collects, uses, and discloses personal data in connection with our professional legal services for technology-sector clients. The policy is written in English and is intended to reflect applicable Swiss and European data protection approaches where relevant.
Privacy Policy
Thalorin — CHE-626.813.586 (Switzerland)Information We Collect
Types of personal data we may processWe collect information that clients, prospective clients, and visitors provide or that is generated through the use of our site and services. Typical categories include contact details , professional affiliation, billing identifiers, correspondence records, and technical data such as device type and IP address when you interact with our online presence.
- Contact information: names, email addresses, telephone identifiers.
- Professional information: company name, role, and relevant engagement details.
- Technical data: connection and usage data collected automatically.
How We Use Information
Purposes for processing personal dataWe use personal data to manage client relationships, to respond to enquiries, to administer contracts and invoices, and to maintain communications about updates that may be relevant to your matters. Processing may also support internal administrative needs, risk management, and compliance with legal obligations.
Legal Basis for Processing
Grounds we rely on to process personal data- Contractual necessity
- Processing that is necessary to perform or manage our contractual relationship with a client.
- Legitimate interests
- Processing for our legitimate interests in administration, professional practice management, and preventing misuse of our services, balanced against individual rights.
- Consent
- Where required, we rely on consent for specific marketing communications or optional features; you may withdraw consent at any time.
- Legal obligation
- Processing necessary to comply with statutory or regulatory duties under Swiss or applicable foreign law.
Data Sharing & Disclosure
When we may disclose personal dataWe may share personal data with service providers, advisors, or counterparties when necessary to perform services or meet legal obligations. Sharing is limited to the minimum data necessary for the recipient’s purpose and is governed by contractual measures that restrict use.
- Service providers: third parties supporting hosting, communications, and administrative functions.
- Professional advisors: external consultants where engagement administration or legal compliance requires disclosure.
- Legal and regulatory authorities: when disclosure is required by applicable law or legal process.
Data Retention
How long we keep personal dataWe retain personal data for the period necessary to fulfil the purposes described, including to meet contractual, legal, and regulatory obligations. Retention periods vary by category of data and the nature of the engagement; when specific retention periods end, we will delete or anonymize data as appropriate.
Your Rights
Access, correction, and other choicesYou have rights in relation to your personal data, which may include the right to access, correct, restrict processing, or object to certain uses. You may also request erasure where applicable, subject to legal and contractual limitations.
- Access: request a copy of personal data we hold.
- Rectification: ask us to correct inaccurate information.
- Restriction or objection: where lawful grounds exist to limit processing.
Security Measures
Protective steps we apply to personal dataWe implement organizational and technical measures designed to reduce the risk of unauthorized access, loss, or inappropriate disclosure of personal data. Access to personal data is limited to personnel and service providers with a legitimate need to process it for the purposes described.
International Data Transfers
Transfers outside Switzerland- Data may be transferred to jurisdictions outside Switzerland for processing by third-party providers. Such transfers will rely on appropriate safeguards or lawful transfer mechanisms in accordance with applicable data protection requirements.
Changes to Policy
How we will notify you of updates- We may modify this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Material changes will be communicated via the website or direct communication where feasible.
Contact Information
How to reach our data protection contact- no-reply@thaloren.com
- Phone
- +41 22 732 80 97
- Business number
- CHE-626.813.586
- Address
- Im Gerbelacker 6, 3063 Ittigen, Switzerland
GDPR — Data Protection Policy
This policy explains how Thalorin handles personal data in the course of providing technology-sector legal counsel and intellectual property protection services for developers of applications and hardware. The policy is written in English and reflects processing activities carried out by Thalorin in Switzerland.
Data Controller Information
Thalorin is the data controller for personal data collected in connection with our services and communications. Thalorin operates under Swiss law and is identified by Business Number CHE-626.813.586. Contact details are provided in the Contact Information block below for data subject requests and inquiries.
Data We Collect
- Identity and contact data: names, professional addresses, email addresses, and telephone contact details supplied during engagement or correspondence.
- Technical and usage data: IP addresses, device and browser attributes, and interaction logs generated when using our site or services.
- Engagement and transaction data: contractual details, invoicing references, and engagement-related notes provided in the course of service delivery.
- Communications content: messages, files, and records of communications transactiond with Thalorin regarding requests, support, or legal matters.
Purpose of Processing
- To provide legal counsel, manage engagements, and perform tasks requested by clients and contacts.
- To administer records, billing-related processes, and client relationship activities necessary for professional services.
- To meet legal and regulatory obligations applicable to the handling of client matters and corporate records.
- To analyse and improve operational practices and administrative processes; such analysis may help refine service delivery.
Legal Basis
- Performance of a contract or steps taken at the request of the data subject prior to entering into a contract.
- Compliance with legal obligations to which Thalorin is subject under Swiss law.
- Legitimate interests pursued by Thalorin, such as administering services, preventing misuse, and maintaining records, where such interests are not overridden by the rights of the data subject.
- Consent, where specific processing activities (for example certain marketing communications) depend on an individual’s freely given agreement.
Data Sharing and Transfers
Personal data may be shared with third-party processors acting on Thalorin’s instructions (for example, hosting, analytics, and administrative service providers), with advisors engaged for specific matters, and with authorities where required by law. Transfers to third parties are carried out only for lawful purposes and subject to contractual safeguards where appropriate.
Data Retention
Data is retained for the period necessary to fulfil the purposes set out in this policy, to meet legal and regulatory retention periods, and to address any potential claims or obligations. When personal data is no longer required, it is deleted or anonymised in accordance with internal retention practices.
Data Subject Rights
- Access: the right to request confirmation of processing and access to personal data held by Thalorin.
- Rectification: the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Erasure: the right to request deletion of personal data where applicable under law.
- Portability: the right to receive personal data in a structured, commonly used format where processing is based on consent or contract.
- Restriction: the right to request limitation of processing while a matter is resolved.
- Objection: the right to object to processing based on Thalorin’s legitimate interests, subject to applicable legal grounds.
Requests to exercise these rights may be submitted using the contact details provided in the Contact Information block below. Thalorin will respond in line with applicable legal requirements.
Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the website, to provide basic functionality, and to perform aggregated analytics. Browser controls and opt-out mechanisms may be used to manage tracking preferences, though limiting cookies may affect site functionality.
Protective Measures
Thalorin applies technical and organisational protective measures designed to reduce the risk of unauthorised access, alteration, or loss of personal data. Measures are reviewed periodically and adapted in line with legal and operational requirements.
International Data Transfers
Transfers of personal data outside Switzerland or the European Economic Area may occur where necessary for service provision. Such transfers are subject to appropriate safeguards, such as contractual measures or transfers to countries with an adequacy decision, where applicable.
Supervisory Authority Contact
If a data subject considers that their rights under data protection law have been infringed, they may contact the competent supervisory authority in their jurisdiction. Thalorin also welcomes direct contact to address questions or complaints; contact details are provided below.
Changes to Policy
- This policy may be updated from time to time; material changes will be posted on our website and will take effect as posted.