Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15th January 2026

1. Introduction

RapidNova B.V. ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website rapidnova.top or use our construction material supplier comparison services.

As a Dutch company registered in the Netherlands (KvK: 85132647), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Dutch data protection laws. This policy describes the data we collect, how we use your information, and your rights regarding your personal data.

2. Data Controller Information

The data controller for your personal data is:

3. Data We Collect

The data collection we perform includes several categories of personal information that help us provide our construction material supplier comparison services effectively:

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact details (name, email address, phone number, company name)
• Project information (project type, material requirements, timeline)
• Communication preferences and enquiry details
• Any other information you voluntarily provide in forms or communications

3.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, browser type)
• IP address and approximate location data
• Device information (device type, operating system, screen resolution)
• Referral sources and website navigation patterns

4. How We Use Your Information

How we use your information depends on the services you use and your relationship with us. We process your personal data for the following purposes:

4.1 Service Provision

• Providing construction material supplier comparison services
• Responding to your enquiries and providing customer support
• Processing and fulfilling service requests
• Coordinating with suppliers on your behalf

4.2 Communication and Marketing

• Sending service-related communications and updates
• Providing information about new services or industry insights (with consent)
• Conducting customer satisfaction surveys

4.3 Website Improvement and Analytics

• Analysing website usage to improve our services
• Understanding user preferences and behaviour patterns
• Optimising website performance and user experience

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and tracking technologies for analytics, advertising, and remarketing purposes, including Google Ads. These technologies help us measure campaign effectiveness, deliver relevant advertisements, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or by visiting our Cookie Policy for detailed information about the cookies we use.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contractual necessity: To provide our services and fulfil our contractual obligations
• Legitimate interests: To improve our services, conduct business analytics, and maintain security
• Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential cookies
• Legal obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal data in the following circumstances:

• With verified suppliers to facilitate material sourcing (with your consent)
• With service providers who assist in delivering our services (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition (with appropriate safeguards)

8. Data Retention

Data retention policies ensure we keep your personal information only as long as necessary. We retain personal data for different periods depending on the purpose of processing and legal requirements. Generally, we retain customer data for up to 7 years after the end of our business relationship to comply with Dutch commercial and tax law requirements. Website analytics data is typically retained for 26 months, and marketing consent records are kept until you withdraw consent.

9. Your Rights

Your rights regarding your personal data include comprehensive protections under GDPR. You have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances
• Restriction: Request limitation of processing of your data
• Data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing purposes
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw consent for processing where consent is the legal basis

10. International Data Transfers

We primarily process data within the European Economic Area (EEA). If we transfer personal data outside the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or other legally recognised transfer mechanisms.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, regular security assessments, and staff training on data protection.

12. Contact Information

To contact us regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please reach out using the contact information below:

13. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens) or your local supervisory authority if you are located in another EU member state.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through email or prominent website notices.