1. General
Refdata takes the protection of personal data very seriously. The Refdata Foundation and its subsidiary Refdata Services Ltd (together “Refdata”) are committed to complying with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Refdata has implemented technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Data is processed only for the stated and legally permitted purposes.
Please note that the transmission of unencrypted data over the Internet cannot guarantee complete protection against access by third parties.
2. Controller
Refdata Foundation
Baarerstrasse 2, 6300 Zug, Switzerland
E-mail:
Refdata Services Ltd
Baarerstrasse 2, 6300 Zug, Switzerland
E-mail:
Both entities act as joint controllers for the processing of personal data within the scope of the websites, platforms, and services provided (in particular refdata.ch, sai.refdata.ch, simisinfo.ch, swissmedicinfo.ch, swissmedicinfo-pro.ch).
3. Collection and processing of personal data
When visiting our websites, certain data are automatically recorded in log files: IP address, date and time of access, pages or files viewed, browser type, operating system, and referring website. These data are used solely for technical, security, and statistical purposes and are not evaluated individually.
Additional personal data are processed only if you provide them voluntarily (e.g. via a contact form, registration, or inquiry).
4. Purpose of processing
Your data are used exclusively to provide and improve our websites and platforms, process inquiries, fulfil contractual and legal obligations, and maintain system security.
5. Disclosure to third parties
Personal data are disclosed to third parties only if required by law, necessary for contract performance, or with your explicit consent. Contracted service providers are legally bound to comply with data protection regulations.
6. Cookies and analytics
Our websites use cookies to improve user experience and to analyse usage statistically. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can configure your browser to accept, restrict, or block cookies. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality.
Anonymous user behaviour analysis may be carried out using Google Analytics with anonymised IP addresses. More information: https://www.google.com/analytics/terms/en.html.
7. Data security
All data are stored on secure servers located in Switzerland. Only authorised personnel have access to personal data. Refdata regularly reviews and updates its technical and organisational security measures.
8. Your rights
You have the right to access your stored data, correct inaccurate data, request deletion (unless legal retention obligations apply), and withdraw your consent at any time.
Requests should be sent to:
9. External links
Our websites may contain links to external sites. Refdata assumes no responsibility for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.
10. Changes to this privacy policy
Refdata reserves the right to amend this privacy policy at any time. The latest version published on our websites is binding.
Last updated: November 2025