Privacy Policy

1. Controller (Verantwortlicher)

The controller within the meaning of Art. 4(7) GDPR is:

PlmSyntax

80333 Munich
Germany
Email: info@plmsyntax.com

2. Overview of Data Processing

PlmSyntax is a standalone desktop application. It processes PLMXML data exclusively on your local machine. No user data, usage data, or PLMXML file content is transmitted to our servers or any third party.

3. Website Data Collection

When you visit our website, the following data may be collected:

3.1 Server Log Files

Our hosting provider (GitHub Pages) may automatically collect and store information in server log files that your browser transmits, including:

• IP address (anonymized)
• Date and time of the request
• Requested page/URL
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring URL

This data is processed on the basis of Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in ensuring the secure and efficient operation of the website). The data is not combined with other data sources.

3.2 Waitlist / Contact Forms

If you sign up for our early access waitlist or contact us via email, we collect:

• Email address
• Name (if provided)
• Company name (if provided)

This data is processed on the basis of Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent) or Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (pre-contractual measures). You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at info@plmsyntax.com.

4. Desktop Application

The PlmSyntax desktop application operates entirely offline. It does not:

• Collect telemetry or usage analytics
• Transmit any data over the internet
• Require an internet connection to function
• Access any files beyond those you explicitly open

All PLMXML processing occurs locally on your machine. Your data never leaves your infrastructure.

5. Cookies

Our website uses only technically necessary cookies (e.g., theme preference). We do not use tracking cookies, analytics tools, or advertising technologies.

6. Your Rights under GDPR

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

• Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR): You may request information about the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): You may request correction of inaccurate data.
• Right to erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): You may request deletion of your personal data.
• Right to restriction (Art. 18 GDPR): You may request restriction of processing.
• Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR): You may request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format.
• Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR): You may object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Right to withdraw consent (Art. 7(3) GDPR): You may withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: info@plmsyntax.com

7. Right to Lodge a Complaint

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority pursuant to Art. 77 GDPR. The competent supervisory authority in Bavaria is:

Bayerisches Landesamt fur Datenschutzaufsicht (BayLDA)
Promenade 18, 91522 Ansbach
Germany

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Waitlist data is deleted upon request or when the waitlist is closed.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures in accordance with Art. 32 GDPR to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction.

10. Third-Party Services

This website is hosted on GitHub Pages (GitHub, Inc., San Francisco, USA). GitHub may process data in accordance with their privacy policy. Data transfer to the US is based on the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact

For questions about this privacy policy or to exercise your data protection rights:

• Email: info@plmsyntax.com
• Address: , 80333 Munich, Germany