1. Responsibility

The entity responsible for processing your personal data is the company that determines the purposes and means of such processing. For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, this is Swiss Molecular Services AG, located at Roosstrasse 53, 8832 Wollerau. If you have any questions regarding data protection, you can contact us at info@swiss-ms.com.

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2. Personal Data Processed

We process various types of personal data depending on the purpose of processing. For business partners that are companies, data processing often focuses on contact persons. Much of the data is provided directly by you, usually on a voluntary basis. If third parties are involved, we assume you are authorized to share their data and that such data is accurate. Please inform the affected individuals that their data is being processed.

 

3. Master Data and Contact Information

We collect data directly related to you, such as:

• First and last name

• Gender

• Date of birth

• Address

• Email address

• Phone number

• Language preferences

We usually receive this master data directly from you. In certain cases, we may also obtain data from third-party sources (contract partners, associations, address providers, or publicly available sources).

 

Contract Data

In connection with contractual relationships, we process data such as:

• Pre-contractual information and contract details

• Type, duration, terms, and termination of contracts

• History of collaboration

• Payment and billing information

• Complaints, satisfaction levels, feedback

• Responses to satisfaction surveys

• Access data and login credentials

• Application Data

• For job applications, we may collect:

• CV and cover letter

• Certificates and references

• Information about current employment (e.g. notice period)

• Salary expectations

• Interview notes

• Communication Data

• Data generated during communication, including:

• Contact details (address, email, phone)

• Content of correspondence

• Type, timing, and metadata of communication

• Location and Technical Data

• When visiting our website, we collect technical information such as:

• Location and usage data

• IP address and device ID

• Device and operating system information

• Internet service provider

• Usage logs and access times

• Additional Data

Where necessary, we may collect further information, such as participant data from events.

 

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process your data lawfully and for specific purposes, based on legitimate interest or legal authorization. Typical purposes include:

• Contract fulfillment

• Communication and responding to inquiries

• Marketing and information aligned with your interests

• Evaluation of job applications

• Internal administration (accounting, archiving)

• Compliance with legal requirements (complaints, prevention and investigation of offenses)

• Assertion or defense of legal claims

 

5. Social Media Data Processing

If you interact with us via social media, we may use information from your profile or interactions. Please note that the respective platform providers also collect data. Further details can be found in the privacy policies of the respective providers.

 

6. Online Advertising Technologies

Our website uses online advertising technologies, including cookies, to improve user experience and evaluate the effectiveness of our website and marketing activities.

General Information on Online Advertising Technologies

When visiting our website, you may be recognized as an individual user to ensure proper functionality and enable statistical analysis. Cookies store information on your device to retain settings and collect usage metrics.

 

Which Technologies Do We Use?

We work with third-party analytics and advertising tools to optimize our website. Examples include:

 

Website usage analytics
Measurement of advertising performance and reach

Note: Providers may store data within or outside the EU/EEA. Please refer to the respective providers’ privacy policies for details.

 

7. Disclosure of Data to Third Parties

We only share personal data with service providers who support us in areas such as IT, analytics, billing, debt collection, or marketing. These processors act solely on our instructions and implement appropriate security measures. Upon request, you may obtain information about where and how your data is processed. In certain cases, data may also be disclosed to courts or authorities.

 

8. Data Transfer Abroad

Data may be transferred outside Switzerland, for example to service providers or partners. In doing so, we comply with applicable data protection standards and use appropriate safeguards (e.g. standard contractual clauses). Transfers may also occur based on your consent or for contract performance.

 

9. Duration of Data Processing

We store personal data only as long as necessary for the respective processing purpose (e.g. for the duration of a contract). Afterward, data is deleted or anonymized unless legal retention obligations apply. We regularly review the necessity of continued storage.

 

10. Data Subject Rights

You have rights under applicable data protection laws, including the right to access, correct, delete, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us. Identity verification may be required. Legal bases and limitations are governed by applicable law.

 

11. Version of This Privacy Policy

This privacy policy is up to date as of November 30, 2025.