GATC BIOTECH Privacy Statement

Protecting the individual's privacy on the Internet is crucial to the future of Internet-based business and the move toward a true Internet economy. GATC BIOTECH has created this privacy statement to demonstrate our firm commitment to secure and trustworthy Internet commerce and the individual's right to privacy.

Consent
By using this Web site, you consent to the collection and use of the information as described here. If we decide to make changes to this privacy policy, we will post the changes on this page so that you will always know what information we collect, and how we use it.

Use and Purpose of Collected Personal Data
On our Web sites, we only store personal information relating to you with your permission. You may choose to reveal information to us if, for example, you register or complete a survey. Companies in the GATC BIOTECH group may use the information internationally in connection with processing your inquiries and orders or to help improve our products and services.
We would only share such information with third parties outside the GATC BIOTECH group with your express permission or as required by the applicable law. Information is used solely for the purposes described below.

We bind our employees to observe your privacy and confidentiality rights.

Online Security
GATC BIOTECH supports secure online shopping using secure server technology because we want your shopping experience to be simple and safe. There are state-of-the art security arrangements and facilities on GATC BIOTECH sites to prevent security abuse.

Details

1. What Information Do We Collect and Why?

IP Addresses
We use IP addresses to help diagnose problems, to administer our Web site, and to gather demographic information. When you visit our site, we recognize only your domain name and not your e-mail address. We will see your e-mail address only if you give it to us by filling out a form or by sending us an e-mail message.

Cookies
We use cookies to deliver personalized content, to save you having to re-enter your password repeatedly, and to tailor our information offerings to how you and others use the site.

User Registration
If you choose to register, we can send you requested information or products, other product information, news, or promotions.

E-mail Addresses
If you choose to give us your e-mail address, we will communicate with you via e-mail. We do not share your e-mail address with others outside the GATC BIOTECH group of companies. You can choose not to receive any more e-mail at any time.
Depending on how your e-mail application is set up, information about you may be transmitted automatically when you send e-mail to GATC BIOTECH.

Shopping or Event Registration
Our site includes order forms that you fill out to request information, products, and services. These forms collect your financial information, such as your banking details or credit card numbers. GATC BIOTECH promises to use any financial information that you submit solely for billing and payment purposes for that special transaction.

Online Surveys
Our surveys may ask you for demographic information, such as postal codes or your industry sector. If the online survey collects contact data, we may use that data to send you further information only if we specifically asked for your permission in the survey. You are free to retract any permission you gave.

2. Links to Other Sites
This site contains links to other sites. GATC BIOTECH is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of other Web sites.

3. Choice/Opt-Out
You can opt out of receiving e-mail communications from us whenever you like. You only need to e-mail us to have your name and details removed from GATC BIOTECH's e-mail list or registration database. Registered users may opt out at any time in the GATC BIOTECH.com Profile Center.

4. Inquiries
If you have any questions about this privacy statement -- if, for example, you wish to inspect or update the information we hold about you -- feel free to contact:

Elke Decker
Phone +49 (0)7531-81 60 30

Email: e.decker@gatc-biotech.com