Privacy policy Pointers

This privacy statement describes how Pointers (hereinafter: "Pointers" or "we") handles personal data in the context of its business activities, including the processing of data via our website (https://pointers.agency/).

We are the so-called controller for the processing of this data within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR"). We process your data carefully and in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, including the GDPR.

If you have any questions or would like to contact us after reading this privacy statement, you can do so using the contact details at the bottom of this statement.

Personal data we process

Pointers processes personal data of (contact persons at) current, former, and potential customers, suppliers, other relations, applicants, and website visitors. We obtain this data (i) directly from you, (ii) via third parties (such as customers and partners), or (iii) from public sources, such as the trade register.

The personal data we may process includes:

  • Basic information: first name, last name

  • Contact details: email address, postal address, telephone number, company name, position

  • IP address and statistical data about website usage

  • Application data: letter, CV, date of birth, education, career

  • Other personal data that we receive from or about you and use for the purposes below

Depending on the relationship, service, and (if applicable) your consent, we do not always process all of the above-mentioned data.

Purposes of Processing

Pointers processes personal data for one or more of the following purposes (depending on our relationship with you):

  • Marketing and acquisition: sending newsletters, invitations to (online) events, and other relevant marketing communications

  • Execution of agreements: to the extent necessary in the context of our services

  • Compliance with legal obligations: providing information to government agencies and supervisory authorities

  • Job applications and recruitment: handling job applications and registrations for events

  • Website usage and improvement: analysis and optimization of content, layout, and usage of our website

  • Other processing: handling questions or complaints

Legal grounds for processing

We process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Execution of an agreement with you or to be able to enter into an agreement with you

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Legitimate interest

  • Your consent

Sharing personal data with third parties

In certain cases, we share personal data with third parties, but only when necessary or legally required. We do this exclusively with reliable parties and with appropriate safeguards. Possible recipients are:

  • Government agencies, such as the Tax and Customs Administration

  • Chain partners and service providers such as banks, insurers, accountants, advisors
  • External suppliers of supporting services such as IT

When the third party with whom data is shared is considered a processor within the meaning of the GDPR, Pointers enters into a data processing agreement with this party.

Transfer of personal data outside the EU

If necessary, personal data may be transferred to parties outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When Pointers does this directly, the necessary measures are taken to comply with this privacy statement and applicable privacy legislation.

Retention periods

Pointers stores personal data in accordance with the GDPR and specific legal retention periods. Data is not stored longer than strictly necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations.

Privacy Rights of Data Subjects

Under the GDPR, data subjects have various rights, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, and transfer their personal data. They also have the right to object to the processing of their personal data. To exercise these rights, data subjects can contact Pointers using the contact details at the bottom of this privacy statement.

It is possible that Pointers cannot (fully) comply with a request, for example, due to legal obligations, the rights and freedoms of third parties, or the legitimate interests of Pointers. In such cases, Pointers will inform the data subject and explain the reasons.

Insofar as the processing of personal data is based on consent, data subjects have the right to withdraw this consent at any time. This does not affect the lawfulness of previous processing based on that consent.

Data subjects also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP). More information about this can be found on the AP's website (https://autoriteitpersoonsgegevens.nl/). Pointers encourages data subjects to first contact Pointers to see if a solution can be found together.

Protection of Personal Data

Pointers takes the protection of personal data extremely seriously and has implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, loss, or misuse of personal data. Should you nevertheless have reason to believe that your data is not adequately secured or have indications of unlawful use, we kindly request that you contact us using the contact details provided below.

Use of cookies

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device when you visit them. These files store information about your interactions with the site, such as preferences, login details, and browsing behavior. The primary purpose is to enhance your online experience by remembering your settings and providing personalized content. However, it is important to know that cookies can also be used for tracking and advertising purposes.

Which cookies do we use and why?

Our website functions without the use of cookies. Your privacy is important to us, and we do not use these small data files to track or store your browsing activities.

Changes to the privacy policy

Pointers reserves the right to periodically amend this privacy statement. Any changes will be published on our website. We recommend that you regularly consult this privacy statement to stay informed about possible changes. Where possible, we will endeavor to announce changes separately.

Contact information

For more information about our company, we kindly refer you to our company information page. If you have any further questions or would like to contact us, you can reach us via [email protected].

Last updated on: April 22, 2024