Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

HRT Foods is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information when you visit our website or contact us regarding our products and services.


2. Data Controller

The controller of your personal data is:

HRT Global Sp. z o.o.
ul. 1 Maja
33-200 Dąbrowa Tarnowska
Poland

E-mail: sales@hrt-foods.com

Website: https://hrt-foods.com


3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Information you provide directly

  • Name and surname
  • Company name
  • E-mail address
  • Telephone number
  • Country and address
  • Content of inquiries and messages
  • Information related to orders, quotations and business cooperation

Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Date and time of access
  • Pages visited
  • Referring website
  • Website usage statistics

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

Communication

To respond to inquiries submitted through contact forms, e-mail or telephone.

Legal basis:

  • Article 6(1)(b) GDPR
  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR

Business Cooperation

To prepare offers, negotiate contracts, process orders and maintain business relationships.

Legal basis:

  • Article 6(1)(b) GDPR

Customer Service

To provide support and answer questions regarding our products and services.

Legal basis:

  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR

Legal and Accounting Obligations

To comply with tax, accounting and other legal obligations.

Legal basis:

  • Article 6(1)(c) GDPR

Website Analytics and Improvement

To analyze website traffic, improve functionality and enhance user experience.

Legal basis:

  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR where consent is required
  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR where permitted by law

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies help us:

  • Ensure proper website operation
  • Improve website performance
  • Analyze visitor behavior
  • Enhance user experience
  • Maintain website security

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Disabling cookies may affect certain website functions.


6. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to operate and improve our website.

These may include:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics providers
  • Security services
  • Spam protection services
  • Website maintenance providers

These service providers process personal data only to the extent necessary to provide their services.


7. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal data.

Personal data may be shared with:

  • Hosting providers
  • IT service providers
  • Accounting and legal advisors
  • Logistics partners where necessary
  • Public authorities where required by law

All recipients are required to process personal data securely and lawfully.


8. International Transfers

Some service providers may process personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

  • European Commission adequacy decisions
  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Other legally approved transfer mechanisms

9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy.

Retention periods may vary depending on:

  • Business relationship requirements
  • Legal obligations
  • Tax and accounting regulations
  • Potential legal claims

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.


10. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

sales@hrt-foods.com


11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Accidental loss
  • Alteration
  • Disclosure
  • Destruction

While we strive to protect your information, no internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.


12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing personal information.


13. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are intended for businesses and adults.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16.


14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be posted on this page together with the updated revision date.

Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.


15. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact:

HRT Global Sp. z o.o.
ul. 1 Maja
33-200 Dąbrowa Tarnowska
Poland

E-mail: sales@hrt-foods.com

Website: https://hrt-foods.com

16. Business Communications and Marketing

As part of our business activities, we may contact companies and business representatives regarding products and services that may be relevant to their business operations.

We may process and use business contact information obtained:

  • directly from the data subject,
  • through previous business interactions,
  • from publicly available business sources,
  • from company websites,
  • from trade fairs, exhibitions and industry events,
  • from business directories and professional networking platforms,
  • from other lawful sources where such information is made available for business communication purposes.

Where permitted by applicable law, we may send information regarding our products, services, offers, market updates or potential business cooperation based on our legitimate interest in conducting and developing business relationships.

Recipients may object to receiving such communications at any time by contacting us at sales@hrt-foods.com or by using any unsubscribe mechanism provided in the communication.

We will promptly cease such communications upon receiving an objection unless another lawful basis for processing exists.