PRIVACY POLICY
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how South Hamlet SAS, which operates the website southwatts.com, collects, uses, and protects your personal data. It applies to all visitors and users of the site.
By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the practices described herein.
2. Data Controller
South Hamlet SAS
Legal form: Simplified Joint-Stock Company (SAS)
Registered office: 199 Rue Hélène Boucher, 34170 Castelnau-le-Lez, France
RCS Montpellier: 831 583 349 00020
VAT number: FR75831583349
Contact (Privacy): contact@southwatts.com
For more information, please refer to our Legal notice
3. Personal Data we collect
- Information you provide voluntarily: via contact form (name, email address, and message content).
- Automatically collected data: basic technical information (ex: IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps) collected via essential cookies and server logs necessary for the proper functioning and security of the site.
4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
- Responding to inquiries – Legitimate interest / Contract
- Maintaining website functionality – Legitimate interest
- Complying with legal obligations – Legal obligation
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our site uses only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for its operation. We do not use third-party tracking, advertising, or analytics cookies on this website.
6. Data Retention
- Contact form data: retained for up to 3 years after your last interaction, unless you request earlier deletion.
- Server logs: retained for a limited period necessary for security and maintenance purposes.
7. Data Storage and Transfers
Our website is hosted by PlanetHoster, with servers in France (www.planethoster.com). We do not transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
8. Recepient Categories
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Data may be shared only with:
- Hosting provider (PlanetHoster) for infrastructure purposes.
- Legal authorities, if required by law.
9. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw your consent (if applicable)
To exercise your rights, contact contact@southwatts.com. You may also lodge a complaint with the CNIL (www.cnil.fr).