Privacy Policy

Silicon Awakening ('we', 'our', or 'us') is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services. We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company details when you submit consultation requests.

• Project Information: Details about your project requirements, budget, and timeline.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected through cookies and analytics tools.

• Communication Data: Records of correspondence when you contact us via email or other channels.

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To respond to your consultation requests and provide our services.

• To communicate with you about projects, updates, and relevant information.

• To improve our website functionality and user experience.

• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

• To analyze usage patterns and optimize our services.

We process your data based on legitimate interests, contractual necessity, and your consent where required by law.

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist with website hosting, analytics, and communication tools. These providers are contractually bound to protect your data.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or regulatory authorities.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

All data transfers comply with GDPR requirements, including the use of Standard Contractual Clauses where necessary.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality and security.

• Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors interact with our website (Google Analytics).

• Preference Cookies: To remember your language and display preferences.

You can control cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest.

• Regular security assessments and updates.

• Access controls and authentication mechanisms.

• Employee training on data protection practices.

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain industry-standard protections.

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold.

• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ('right to be forgotten').

• Right to Restriction: Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances.

• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at silicon.awakening@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Consultation requests and project-related data are typically retained for:

• Active projects: Duration of the project plus 3 years for warranty and legal purposes.

• Consultation inquiries: Up to 2 years or until you request deletion.

• Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

After the retention period, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

Your data is primarily processed within the European Economic Area (EEA). If we transfer data outside the EEA, we ensure adequate protection through:

• European Commission-approved Standard Contractual Clauses.

• Transfers to countries with adequacy decisions.

• Your explicit consent where required.

We are committed to maintaining data sovereignty and compliance with European data protection standards.

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised 'Last Updated' date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Silicon Awakening

Email: silicon.awakening@gmail.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-awakening

Data Protection Officer: silicon.awakening@gmail.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.