LEGAL
DISCLAIMER
In accordance with applicable laws and regulations, AAFKES BV (hereinafter: AAFKES) has prepared this disclaimer. This disclaimer applies to every user of this website.
The website and all its components, with the exception of certain (hyper)links, are the property of AAFKES. It is not permitted to copy, store, reproduce or publish the website or any part thereof without prior written permission from AAFKES. This permission is not required for personal and non-commercial use.
INFORMATION AND CHANGES
AAFKES exercises constant care and attention regarding the content of this website. Nevertheless, information published on this website may be incomplete, outdated or incorrect.
All information on this website may be changed or supplemented at any time. AAFKES reserves the right to implement such changes immediately and without prior notice.
All information, products and services are offered in the condition in which they are actually found, without any explicit or implicit guarantee regarding availability, accuracy, reliability or suitability for a particular purpose.
LIABILITY
Although AAFKES makes every effort to prevent misuse or incorrect content, AAFKES cannot be held liable for information or messages sent by users via the internet.
This website may contain (hyper)links to websites outside the AAFKES domain. These websites are not owned by AAFKES and are included solely for the visitor's convenience. When you activate such a link, you leave the AAFKES website.
Although AAFKES takes great care in selecting external links, AAFKES cannot guarantee:
- the content of external websites,
- their proper functioning,
- the quality of the products or services offered on them.
Any liability for damages, direct or indirect, of any kind whatsoever, arising from or in any way connected with the use of this website or of websites referred to, is excluded.
COPYRIGHT
All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, logos, icons and graphic elements, is the property of AAFKES or its suppliers and is protected by Dutch and international copyright laws.
The selection, structure, arrangement and presentation of all materials on this website, as well as the overall design, are the exclusive property of AAFKES and are likewise protected by copyright.
TRADEMARKS
Images, logos, page headers and service names are trademarks of AAFKES. These trademarks may not be used by third parties in connection with products or services that do not belong to AAFKES, in any manner likely to cause confusion, or in any way that may discredit AAFKES or this website.
All other trademarks appearing on this website and not owned by AAFKES belong to their respective owners. These owners may or may not be affiliated, associated or sponsored by AAFKES.
PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: 5 December 2025
We attach great importance to the protection of your personal data. In this privacy statement, we explain which data we collect when you visit our website, why we process this data and which rights you have under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
This privacy statement applies to the website and services of AAFKES BV. By using this website, you agree to this privacy policy.
1. Data Controller
AAFKES BV
Balatonmeer 21
3446 JR Woerden
The Netherlands
CONTACT FORM
AAFKES is responsible for the processing of your personal data as described in this statement.
2. Which personal data do we collect?
We process only the personal data that you provide to us yourself or that are automatically collected through your visit to our website.
Data you provide yourself (for example via contact forms or email):
- Name
- Company name (if applicable)
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Address details
- Content of your message or request
Technical data (collected automatically):
- IP address
- Browser information
- Device type
- Visit timestamps
- Pages visited
- Cookie information
We do not process any special categories of personal data.
3. Purposes and legal bases for processing
We process personal data only when there is a lawful basis under the GDPR. Processing takes place on the following grounds:
a) Performance of a contract
To process orders, quotations or service requests.
b) Legitimate interest
To improve our website, optimise our services and respond to enquiries. We ensure that our interests never override your privacy rights.
c) Consent
For placing non-essential cookies (such as analytics or marketing cookies) and for newsletters, when applicable. You may withdraw your consent at any time.
d) Legal obligation
When we must retain or provide data in accordance with regulations (e.g. tax retention requirements).
4. Retention periods
We do not retain your personal data longer than necessary for the purposes for which they were collected.
- Email and contact details: up to 2 years after last contact, unless required for an ongoing assignment.
- Invoice and order details: 7 years (legal tax obligation).
- Website and cookie data: according to cookie settings and browser configuration.
- Application data (if applicable): up to 4 weeks, unless consent is given for 1 year of retention.
5. Sharing personal data with third parties
We only share your data with third parties when necessary for:
- the functioning of our website
- processing orders
- delivering our services
- complying with legal obligations
Examples of parties we may engage:
- Web hosting providers
- IT service providers
- Delivery services
- Payment or invoicing partners
- Website analytics processors
With processors acting on our behalf, we conclude a data processing agreement to ensure adequate data protection.
AAFKES will never sell your data to third parties.
6. Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies to ensure the proper functioning of the website, analyse usage and, when permitted, track marketing statistics.
Types of cookies used:
- Functional cookies: necessary for the operation of the website
- Analytical cookies: measure user behaviour; configured as privacy-friendly as possible
- Marketing / tracking cookies: only with your consent
Upon your first visit, we request your cookie preferences via a clear notification. You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
7. Security of personal data
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to prevent misuse, loss, unauthorised access or unwanted disclosure.
Measures include:
- HTTPS/SSL encryption
- Secure servers
- Restricted access to personal data
- Internal confidentiality obligations
8. Your rights under the GDPR
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of access: to request access to your data
- Right to rectification: to have incorrect data corrected
- Right to erasure: to request deletion of your data
- Right to restriction of processing: temporary halt to processing
- Right to data portability: to receive your data in a structured format
- Right to object: to processing based on legitimate interest or to direct marketing
- Right to withdraw consent: when processing is based on consent
You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Complaints
If you have a complaint, you are always welcome to contact us directly.
If you believe that we are not handling your personal data correctly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with:
Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (The Dutch Data Protection Authority)
10. Changes to this privacy statement
We reserve the right to amend this privacy statement. The most recent version will always be available on our website. We recommend reviewing this statement regularly.
11. Contact
For questions or requests, you may contact:
AAFKES BV
Balatonmeer 21
3446 JR Woerden
The Netherlands
Office hours Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00