Terms And Conditions
Switzerland — Private Investigators)DECIMA – Private Investigation &Intelligence Services (Switzerland)Website User Agreement
Last updated: 11/2025
1.Introduction These Terms& Conditions govern the use of the website operated by Decima, aprivate investigation and business intelligence firm domiciled in Geneva, Switzerland.By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms.
2.Regulatory Compliance Decimaoperates in accordance with: Swiss national law, including the Swiss Criminal Code (SCC), the Swiss Civil Code (ZGB), the Code of Obligations (CO), and the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) Cantonal requirements applicable to private investigation and surveillance activities Professional confidentiality and proportionality principles expected in SwitzerlandNothing onthe website authorizes the user to request illegal, disproportionate, or unethical investigations.
3.Purpose of the Website The website provides general information on Decima’s services.
Information is not legally binding, and service provision requires: a formal contract, identity verification, and a case lawfulness assessment according to Swiss regulations.
4.Acceptable UseUsers agree not to: request unlawful surveillance (e.g., GPS without consent, covert audio recording, stalking, or disproportionate monitoring) submit false identities or fraudulent information attempt unauthorized access to systems interfere with website operation request services in violation of Swiss criminal or civil law Decima reserves the right to refuse any request deemed unlawful or unethical.
5.Accuracy & No GuaranteeContent is provided “as is” and without warranty.
We do not guarantee: accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of website content uninterrupted operation protection from third-party interferenceUse is atyour own risk.
6.Intellectual PropertyAll texts, documents, images, and trademarks appearing on the website are the exclusive property of Decima unless otherwise stated.
Reproduction without written authorization is prohibited under Swiss IP law.
7.Confidentiality & Initial Contact Initialinquiries via the website do not constitute a confidential client relationship. Confidential communication begins only after: a formal engagement, identity verification, and lawful purpose validation.
8.Limitation of LiabilityTo the maximum extent permitted by Swiss law, Decima shall not be liable for: indirect, incidental, or consequential damages reliance on website content interruptions or errors security breaches due to third-party actions
9.Governing Law & JurisdictionThese Terms are governed exclusively by Swiss law.
The exclusive place of jurisdiction is [Your Canton, e.g., Geneva / Zurich /Vaud], unless mandatory law requires otherwise.
10.ChangesWe may update these Terms without notice.
Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.🇨🇭 PRIVACY POLICY (FADP-Compliant +GDPR-Compatible)DECIMA –Switzerland
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1. Data Controller The DataController is:
Decima – Switzerland
Email: [your email]
Address: [full address] Decima complies with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).2.Categories of Data We ProcessA.Information you provide Contact and identification data Case-related information Documents submitted voluntarily
B. Automatically collected data IP address Visitor behavior Device/browser data Cookies (see Cookie Policy)
C. Sensitive data As a Swiss investigation company, we may process sensitive personal data (e.g.,background checks, behavioral data), only when legally justified, with: explicit consent, or overriding private/legitimate interest under FADP, or legal obligation.
3. LegalBasis (FADP + GDPR) We process data based on: your consent contractual necessity overriding legitimate interest (Swiss FADP Art. 31) compliance with Swiss law GDPR legal bases for individuals in the EUTypical legitimate interests include: fraud prevention protecting client assets verifying integrity investigating contractual breaches
4.Purpose of Processing We use personal data to: evaluate inquiry lawfulness perform investigative or consulting services comply with Swiss professional obligations ensure website security and analytics manage communication and client onboarding We never sell personal data.
5. Data Disclosure Data may be shared with: courts or authorities (when legally required) vetted service providers (IT, hosting, secure email) subcontractors essential for service execution All partners operate under Swiss or EU-equivalent data protection standards.6.International TransfersIf data must be transferred outside Switzerland/EU, Decima ensures: adequacy decisions, or Standard Contractual Clauses, or user consent.
7. Data Retention Data is retained only as long as necessary for: the purposes collected, legal retention requirements, audit and documentation obligations. Investigation files may require longer retention under Swiss civil or criminal law.
8. Your Rights Under SwissFADP and GDPR (for EU users), you have the right to: access rectification erasure (within legal limits) restriction objection data portability withdraw consent Requests may require verified identity.
9.SecurityWe maintain strict technical and organizational measures to protect data, including: encrypted storage access controls secure communication channels audit logsHowever, no system is fully secure; residual risk remains.
10.ChangesThis policy may be updated at any time.🇨🇭 COOKIE POLICY (Switzerland + GDPR)Last updated: [Adddate]
1. WhatAre Cookies?Cookies are text files stored on your device to ensure proper website operation and improveuser experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use Necessary cookies Required for: website functionality security access management
Cannot be disabled. Analytics cookies Used to analyze website performance (e.g., Matomo, Google Analytics).
Activated only with user consent.
Preference cookies Remember your settings (e.g., language).
3. Consent Visitors can: accept all cookies reject non-essential cookies customize preferences This complies with FADP and GDPR.
4.Managing Cookies Users may disable cookies in browser settings, but some features may not function.
5.ChangesThis CookiePolicy may be updated.
2.Regulatory Compliance Decimaoperates in accordance with: Swiss national law, including the Swiss Criminal Code (SCC), the Swiss Civil Code (ZGB), the Code of Obligations (CO), and the Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) Cantonal requirements applicable to private investigation and surveillance activities Professional confidentiality and proportionality principles expected in SwitzerlandNothing onthe website authorizes the user to request illegal, disproportionate, or unethical investigations.
3.Purpose of the Website The website provides general information on Decima’s services.
Information is not legally binding, and service provision requires: a formal contract, identity verification, and a case lawfulness assessment according to Swiss regulations.
4.Acceptable UseUsers agree not to: request unlawful surveillance (e.g., GPS without consent, covert audio recording, stalking, or disproportionate monitoring) submit false identities or fraudulent information attempt unauthorized access to systems interfere with website operation request services in violation of Swiss criminal or civil law Decima reserves the right to refuse any request deemed unlawful or unethical.
5.Accuracy & No GuaranteeContent is provided “as is” and without warranty.
We do not guarantee: accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of website content uninterrupted operation protection from third-party interferenceUse is atyour own risk.
6.Intellectual PropertyAll texts, documents, images, and trademarks appearing on the website are the exclusive property of Decima unless otherwise stated.
Reproduction without written authorization is prohibited under Swiss IP law.
7.Confidentiality & Initial Contact Initialinquiries via the website do not constitute a confidential client relationship. Confidential communication begins only after: a formal engagement, identity verification, and lawful purpose validation.
8.Limitation of LiabilityTo the maximum extent permitted by Swiss law, Decima shall not be liable for: indirect, incidental, or consequential damages reliance on website content interruptions or errors security breaches due to third-party actions
9.Governing Law & JurisdictionThese Terms are governed exclusively by Swiss law.
The exclusive place of jurisdiction is [Your Canton, e.g., Geneva / Zurich /Vaud], unless mandatory law requires otherwise.
10.ChangesWe may update these Terms without notice.
Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.🇨🇭 PRIVACY POLICY (FADP-Compliant +GDPR-Compatible)DECIMA –Switzerland
Last updated: [Add date]
1. Data Controller The DataController is:
Decima – Switzerland
Email: [your email]
Address: [full address] Decima complies with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).2.Categories of Data We ProcessA.Information you provide Contact and identification data Case-related information Documents submitted voluntarily
B. Automatically collected data IP address Visitor behavior Device/browser data Cookies (see Cookie Policy)
C. Sensitive data As a Swiss investigation company, we may process sensitive personal data (e.g.,background checks, behavioral data), only when legally justified, with: explicit consent, or overriding private/legitimate interest under FADP, or legal obligation.
3. LegalBasis (FADP + GDPR) We process data based on: your consent contractual necessity overriding legitimate interest (Swiss FADP Art. 31) compliance with Swiss law GDPR legal bases for individuals in the EUTypical legitimate interests include: fraud prevention protecting client assets verifying integrity investigating contractual breaches
4.Purpose of Processing We use personal data to: evaluate inquiry lawfulness perform investigative or consulting services comply with Swiss professional obligations ensure website security and analytics manage communication and client onboarding We never sell personal data.
5. Data Disclosure Data may be shared with: courts or authorities (when legally required) vetted service providers (IT, hosting, secure email) subcontractors essential for service execution All partners operate under Swiss or EU-equivalent data protection standards.6.International TransfersIf data must be transferred outside Switzerland/EU, Decima ensures: adequacy decisions, or Standard Contractual Clauses, or user consent.
7. Data Retention Data is retained only as long as necessary for: the purposes collected, legal retention requirements, audit and documentation obligations. Investigation files may require longer retention under Swiss civil or criminal law.
8. Your Rights Under SwissFADP and GDPR (for EU users), you have the right to: access rectification erasure (within legal limits) restriction objection data portability withdraw consent Requests may require verified identity.
9.SecurityWe maintain strict technical and organizational measures to protect data, including: encrypted storage access controls secure communication channels audit logsHowever, no system is fully secure; residual risk remains.
10.ChangesThis policy may be updated at any time.🇨🇭 COOKIE POLICY (Switzerland + GDPR)Last updated: [Adddate]
1. WhatAre Cookies?Cookies are text files stored on your device to ensure proper website operation and improveuser experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use Necessary cookies Required for: website functionality security access management
Cannot be disabled. Analytics cookies Used to analyze website performance (e.g., Matomo, Google Analytics).
Activated only with user consent.
Preference cookies Remember your settings (e.g., language).
3. Consent Visitors can: accept all cookies reject non-essential cookies customize preferences This complies with FADP and GDPR.
4.Managing Cookies Users may disable cookies in browser settings, but some features may not function.
5.ChangesThis CookiePolicy may be updated.
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