Legal Notice & Privacy Policy

Tectil GmbH, based in Bassersdorf (hereinafter referred to as the “Provider”), takes the protection of your personal data very seriously. This privacy policy informs you about what data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have under the revised Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revFADP).

Status: January 17, 2026, Version 1.1.0

1. Responsible Entity

The entity responsible for data processing is:

Tectil GmbH

Hubring 48
CH-8303 Bassersdorf

2. Collected Data

We only collect data that is necessary to provide our services. This includes in particular:

  • Personal details: Name, address, date of birth, contact details
  • Financial and tax information: Salary certificates, pension and income statements, bank and custody account statements, debt statements, tax returns and assessment decisions from previous years
  • Family-related data: Information about partners and children
  • Usage data: IP address, access times, technical information, cookies for website functions (if used)

3. Purpose of Data Processing

The data is used exclusively for the following purposes:

  • Provision of our services (e.g., preparation of tax returns)
  • Processing of contracts and communication with you
  • Compliance with statutory retention obligations
  • Sending newsletters, if you have explicitly consented (opt-in)
  • Improvement of our services and website

4. Disclosure to Third Parties

Data will only be passed on to the extent necessary for the service:

  • IT and cloud service providers (hosting, data storage, backup)
  • Software providers for accounting, tax, or analysis purposes
  • Fiduciary, tax, or audit partners
  • Other specialized service providers in the context of service provision

Ensuring Confidentiality:

  • Disclosure is limited to the necessary minimum
  • Third parties are bound to confidentiality
  • Technical and organizational protective measures are implemented

International Transfers:

  • Only if adequate data protection is guaranteed or appropriate safeguards are in place

5. Storage and Security

  • Data is encrypted and securely stored
  • Backup copies are exclusively for recovery in the event of data loss
  • Storage is to efficiently provide services over several tax periods and comply with statutory retention obligations

6. Newsletter

  • Newsletters are only sent after explicit consent (opt-in)
  • You can unsubscribe at any time via a link in the newsletter or by contacting us (opt-out)

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the functionality of the website and to collect usage statistics.

7.1 Types of Cookies

  • Necessary Cookies: Enable basic functions like login or form usage.
  • Functional Cookies: Save preferences, e.g., language or layout.
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us analyze the use of the website (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Marketing/Tracking Cookies: Enable personalized advertising or retargeting (e.g., Google Ads, Social Media Pixel).
  • Non-necessary cookies are only set after explicit consent (opt-in).
  • You can revoke your consent at any time via [Cookie Settings] or delete cookies.

7.3 Google Services

  • We use Google services such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, and Google Fonts.
  • Usage data (e.g., IP address) may be transmitted to Google.
  • Processing is based on contractual agreements and in accordance with data protection regulations.
  • Data transfer to third countries only occurs with appropriate safeguards.

8. Your Rights under revFADP

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Information: What personal data we process about you
  • Correction: Have incorrect or incomplete data corrected
  • Deletion: Have your data deleted, as far as legally permissible
  • Revocation: Revoke consent (e.g., newsletter, cookies) at any time
  • Restriction of processing: Under certain circumstances
  • Data portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format

Contact us at [email protected]

9. Changes to the Privacy Policy

  • Changes will be published on the website
  • Users will be actively informed if changes have a significant impact on rights or obligations
  • Processing is carried out in accordance with the revised Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revFADP)
  • If you have questions or complaints, you can also contact the FDPIC (Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner)