Last updated: 06/10/2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Lightmet Consulting FlexCo (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
We take the protection of your personal data seriously and handle it in accordance with applicable data protection laws, particularly the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Austrian Data Protection Act (DSG).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://lightmet.com or contact us directly.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Lightmet Consulting FlexCo
Email: contact@lightmet.com
Website: https://lightmet.com
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at the above address.
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal data that you provide voluntarily, including:
- Contact details (name, email, phone number) when you contact us
- Information submitted through our contact or inquiry forms
- Newsletter subscription information
- Feedback, comments, or messages you send us
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address, browser type, and operating system
- Pages visited, access times, and duration of visit
- Referring website URLs
- Device and connection information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- Website functionality: To operate and maintain our website
- Communication: To respond to inquiries or requests
- Analytics: To analyze website traffic and usage
- Marketing (with consent): To send newsletters or updates
- Legal compliance: To meet legal obligations and protect our legitimate interests
5. Legal Basis for Processing
In accordance with Art. 6 GDPR, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:
- Consent (Art. 6 (1)(a) GDPR): for newsletter subscriptions and non-essential cookies
- Contractual necessity (Art. 6 (1)(b) GDPR): for communication or services you request
- Legitimate interests (Art. 6 (1)(f) GDPR): for improving website performance, ensuring security, and business operations
- Legal obligation (Art. 6 (1)(c) GDPR): for compliance with statutory requirements
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:
6.1 Essential Cookies
Necessary for website functionality and cannot be disabled.
6.2 Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., via Google Analytics).
These cookies are only activated with your consent.
6.3 Marketing Cookies
Used by advertising partners to provide personalized content.
Activated only with your explicit consent.
You can manage or withdraw your cookie preferences anytime through our cookie banner or your browser settings.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We only share your data when necessary and in compliance with the GDPR:
- Service providers: External partners (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services) who process data on our behalf under data processing agreements (Art. 28 GDPR)
- Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business transfers: In the event of a merger, restructuring, or sale
We do not sell or trade your data for marketing purposes.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:
| Purpose | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Contact inquiries | 3 years from last contact |
| Newsletter subscription | Until you unsubscribe |
| Website analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) | 26 months |
| Essential cookies | Session duration or as required |
9. Your Rights
Under the GDPR and Austrian DSG, you have the following rights:
- Right of access (Art. 15): Obtain information about your personal data
- Right to rectification (Art. 16): Correct inaccurate data
- Right to erasure (Art. 17): Request deletion of your data
- Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18)
- Right to data portability (Art. 20)
- Right to object (Art. 21): Object to data processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing purposes
- Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7 (3)): Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@lightmet.com.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority (Datenschutzbehörde):
Website: https://www.dsb.gv.at
10. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
However, please note that no online transmission can be completely secure.
11. International Data Transfers
Some service providers (e.g., analytics or hosting) may be located outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (Art. 46 GDPR)
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 14 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, please contact us immediately.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our business practices.
The latest version will always be available on https://lightmet.com.
The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
14. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact:
Lightmet Consulting FlexCo
Email: contact@lightmet.com
Website: https://lightmet.com
15. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such external sites.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
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