Privacy Policy

Effective date: 2025-03-24

Semicon Sweden respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with us in other ways.

Who we are
Semicon Sweden is a national initiative coordinated by Svensk Elektronik (the Swedish Electronics Association), with support from Tillväxtverket and other key partners.

What data we collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Contact information (e.g., name, email address) when you subscribe to our
newsletter or contact us directly.
Technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system) through cookies
or analytics tools.
Content you submit (e.g., feedback, event participation forms, collaboration
proposals).
We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly required and consented to (e.g.,
for event accessibility needs).

How we use your data
We use your personal data to:

Share news, updates, and invitations through our newsletter.
Respond to your inquiries and collaboration proposals.
Improve our website and communication.
Comply with legal obligations (e.g., data protection regulations).
We will never sell your data or use it for advertising.

Legal basis for processing
We process your personal data based on:

Consent, when you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a contact form.
Legitimate interest, when we communicate with stakeholders or analyze usage to
improve our services.
Legal obligations, to comply with data protection and transparency laws.

How we store and protect your data
Your personal data is stored securely on trusted platforms and protected by appropriate technical and organizational measures. Access is restricted to authorized personnel involved in coordinating Semicon Sweden. We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law.

Your rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw your consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from the newsletter)
Object to or restrict processing
File a complaint with the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY)

To exercise your rights, please contact us.

Cookies and analytics
Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand usage and improve performance. You can adjust your cookie settings in your browser.

Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”