Please take a few minutes to read this Privacy Policy (“Policy”). It explains how Softwaretex (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information.
Softwaretex is operated by i-Vestigo BV, a company based in the Netherlands. This Policy applies to data collected through our website www.softwaretex.com (the “Site”). It does not apply to other companies, partners, or websites linked from our Site, each of which has its own privacy policy.
How to contact us
If you have any questions about this Policy or your personal data, you can contact our Data Protection team at:
Data Protection Officer
i-Vestigo BV
[Insert company address], Netherlands
Email: privacy@softwaretex.com
VAT: NLXXXXXXXX
Introduction
We collect and process personal information when you use our Site or communicate with us through forms.
Softwaretex connects U.S.-based software providers with marketing opportunities through the i-Vestigo network. We collect information both from companies interested in promoting their software and from marketing partners who may collaborate with them.
Information we collect
We only collect the information you voluntarily provide or the information necessary for the website to function. This includes:
Your name, email address, company name, and phone number
Job title, industry, or type of software you represent
Any message you send us through a contact or inquiry form
Basic website analytics data, such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited
We do not collect payment data or offer subscriptions.
How we use your information
We use the information you provide to:
Respond to your requests and messages
Connect you with relevant marketing partners or providers
Share your contact details with up to five pre-approved providers within our network, never more
Manage, improve, and analyze website performance
Prevent misuse or technical issues
Comply with legal requirements
Our legal basis for processing
In accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on:
Consent — when you complete a form and agree to share your data
Legitimate interest — to connect companies and operate marketing services efficiently
Legal obligation — when necessary to comply with requests from EU or U.S. authorities
You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting privacy@softwaretex.com.
When we share your information
We may share your data with:
Verified marketing providers in our database, up to 5 times per inquiry
Service providers that maintain our website and databases
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
Professional advisors, such as lawyers or auditors, when necessary to protect our interests
We ensure that all recipients handle your data securely and comply with GDPR requirements.
International data transfers
Since our services connect companies based in the EU and the U.S., your data may be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
When this happens, we apply appropriate safeguards, such as the EU Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved data protection mechanisms, to keep your data secure.
Data retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary for business or legal reasons, usually up to 12 months after your last contact with us, unless the law requires a longer period.
If you request deletion, we will delete your information unless we need to retain it to comply with legal obligations.
Your rights under the GDPR
If you are located in the European Union, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request its correction or deletion
Restrict or object to the processing of your data
Request a copy of your data, also known as data portability
Withdraw your consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please email privacy@softwaretex.com.
We will respond within the timeframe established by the GDPR, usually within one month.
Cookies and tracking
We use basic cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use our Site and improve its performance.
Cookies may collect non-personal data, such as browser type, session duration, or referral link.
You can control or delete cookies from your browser settings.
Data security
We apply technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
However, no online system is completely secure. We recommend exercising caution when sending information over the Internet.
Children’s privacy
Our services are designed for professionals over the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
Links to other websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those sites before submitting any information.
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
The “Last updated” date at the top indicates the most recent revision.
Any important changes will be posted on this page.
Applicable law
This Policy and any related dispute are governed by the laws of the Netherlands and European data protection regulations, including the GDPR.
Contact
If you have questions, complaints, or requests related to your personal data, you can contact us at:
i-Vestigo BV – Privacy Team
Email: privacy@softwaretex.com
[Company address, Netherlands]