Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
At AAE Electronics, accessible from https://aae-electronics.com/, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy contains information about the types of data we collect and record from aae-electronics.com and how we use it.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal bases under GDPR and LOPDGDD:
- Explicit consent: When you voluntarily contact us through our forms
- Contract execution: For providing requested services
- Legitimate interest: To improve our services and business communication
- Legal obligation: To comply with tax and legal requirements
Consent
By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
Information We Collect
When you submit a form (Quick RFQ or Contact), we collect the data you provide to respond to your request. This may include:
- Your name and company information
- Contact details (email address, phone number)
- Location information (country, city)
- Project details and requirements you share with us
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website
- Respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests
- Send you quotes and project-related communications
- Improve our services and customer experience
Data Retention
We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, according to the following table:
| Data Type | Retention Period | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Contact forms | 2 years from last contact | Consent |
| Quotes and RFQ | 5 years from last relationship | Contract execution |
| Financial data | 6 years (legal obligation) | Legal obligation |
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Third-Party Services
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
Your Rights (ARSOPOL)
Under GDPR and LOPDGDD, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
🔍 Access
Right to request a copy of your personal data we are processing.
✏️ Rectification
Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data concerning you.
🗑️ Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
Right to request deletion of your data when no longer necessary.
📤 Portability
Right to receive your data in structured format and transfer to another controller.
⛔ Objection
Right to object to processing of your data for specific purposes.
⏸️ Restriction
Right to request restriction of processing of your data in certain cases.
International Transfers
Your personal data will not be transferred outside the European Economic Area without adequate safeguards under GDPR. If necessary, we will use standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.
Data Protection Authority
If you believe your rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) at www.aepd.es.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or need to exercise your data protection rights, please see the "How to Exercise Your Rights" section below for detailed instructions on how to contact us.
How to Exercise Your Rights
Under GDPR and LOPDGDD, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, port, object to, and restrict the processing of your personal data. To exercise any of these rights:
Email: Send your request to support@aae-electronics.com
Subject: "Data Protection Request - [Your Right]"
Contact Form: Use our contact form and select "Data Protection Request"
Include your full name and contact details
Response Time: We will acknowledge your request within 5 business days and provide a full response within 30 business days.