GDPR / Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 19 October 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to TG Architecture & Interior. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable German data protection laws.

2. Data Controller

TG Architecture & Interior
Str. Dunarii 64, Gorgova, jud. Tulcea, Romania
Email: info@tgarchitecture.com

3. Data Protection Officer (DPO)

As a small business, we are not legally required to appoint a Data Protection Officer. However, you can contact us directly at info@tgarchitecture.com for any privacy-related inquiries.

4. Types of Data We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal data:

  • Identification Data: Name, email address, phone number (submitted via contact forms or email)

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited (collected through cookies and analytics tools)

  • Communication Data: Content of messages sent via contact forms or email

5. Purpose and Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Communication: To respond to inquiries, provide information, and manage client relationships.

  • Website Functionality: To ensure the proper functioning of our website and improve user experience.

  • Analytics: To analyze website usage and performance (with your consent).

  • Legal Compliance: To fulfill legal obligations, such as record-keeping and responding to legal requests.

The legal bases for processing your data are:

  • Consent: Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (e.g., when you submit a contact form)

  • Contractual Necessity: Article 6(1)(b) GDPR (e.g., for pre-contractual discussions)

  • Legitimate Interests: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (e.g., for website analytics)

  • Legal Obligation: Article 6(1)(c) GDPR (e.g., for compliance with legal requirements)

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods are:

  • Contact Information: Retained for the duration of the client relationship and for a period of 5 years thereafter.

  • Website Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months, in accordance with analytics provider policies.

7. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, email services, and analytics tools.

  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.

All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and comply with GDPR requirements.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site usage. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more detailed information, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request access to your personal data.

  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.

  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain conditions.

  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.

  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@tgarchitecture.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Romanian National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing.

10. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and secure data storage practices.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.