Read the Simon Electric Privacy Policy and learn how we collect, process and protect your personal data.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to provide clear and simple information on how Simon processes personal data that may be collected through the website www.simonelectric.com and the links, pages, or content associated with that domain (the “Website”), including data provided through contact forms, requests for information, content downloads, requests for advice, and data derived from the use of cookies or similar technologies.
This Privacy Policy applies to the processing of personal data carried out through the Website by Simon, S.A. and, where applicable to the selected country or market, by the Simon Group companies listed in Annex I, without prejudice to the additional specific information provided in the annexes.
2. DATA CONTROLLER
Simon, S.A., with Tax ID A08078651 and registered office at Calle Sancho de Ávila, 66, 08018 Barcelona (Spain), is responsible for the processing of browsing data, cookie management, and the Website’s common tools. You may contact the Data Protection Officer at dpo@simonelectric.com.
When the user selects a country and submits an inquiry, request, or form, the relevant Simon Group company listed in Annex I will act as the data controller for the information provided, for the purpose of addressing the inquiry, processing the request, or maintaining the commercial or professional relationship that may arise from it.
In such cases, Simon, S.A. may process such data on behalf of the relevant company, as the provider of the common tools and the technological, administrative, or commercial support for the Website, in accordance with the applicable intra-group agreements.
3. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
Simon may process the following categories of personal data, depending on the forms or features used by the user:
· Identification and contact data: first name, last name, email address, phone number, country, postal code, and other contact information.
· Professional or profile data: company, profession, professional field, user type, project type, estimated budget, inquiry, or stated need.
· Data provided by the user in free-text fields: project description, comments, issues, requests, or additional information.
· Browsing and website usage data: IP address, online identifiers, device data, browser, date and time of access, pages visited, language preferences, selected country, and data derived from the use of cookies or similar technologies.
· Communication preferences and consent: acceptance or rejection of commercial communications, unsubscribe management, and, where applicable, contact preferences.
The user must avoid submitting confidential information, trade secrets, specially protected data, or third-party data without sufficient authorization via forms.
4. PURPOSES, LEGAL BASES, AND RETENTION PERIODS
Purpose | Data Processed | Legal basis | Retention period |
To manage inquiries and requests received and, where applicable, maintain the commercial or professional relationship | First and last name, email address, company (optional), phone number, profession/user type, type of inquiry, country | Implementation of pre-contractual measures requested by the user when the inquiry relates to products or services; and the legitimate interest of the relevant company in responding to received communications and maintaining commercial or professional relationships | For the time necessary to handle the inquiry and, where applicable, for as long as the professional relationship arising from it is maintained. Once concluded, the data will be retained in a locked format for the statute of limitations periods of any potential legal liabilities. |
Sending commercial communications via electronic means | First name, last name, email address | User consent | Until the user withdraws their consent or opts out. Subsequently, the data strictly necessary may be retained in a restricted format for the applicable limitation periods to demonstrate compliance with legal obligations. |
Managing cookies and similar technologies in accordance with the settings selected by the user | Technical data, browsing data, online identifiers, consent preferences, and device or browser information | Legitimate interest or compliance with legal obligations for technical or necessary cookies; consent for non-necessary cookies, except in legally exempt cases | According to the duration indicated in the cookie settings panel |
5. RECIPIENTS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS
Personal data may be disclosed to Simon Group companies when necessary to address the user’s inquiry, manage the resulting relationship, provide technical or commercial support, administer shared tools, or fulfill internal management, security, compliance, or reporting obligations.
Service providers contracted by Simon or by Simon Group companies acting as data processors or technology providers may also access the data, including providers of technology infrastructure, hosting and web services, security, communications, digital marketing, analytics, and technical support.
Such providers must process the data in accordance with documented instructions and have the required contractual safeguards in place. The data may also be disclosed to public authorities, courts, tribunals, regulators, or third parties when there is a legal obligation to do so or when necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defense of rights.
Users may request additional information about the categories of processors involved in the processing of their personal data by contacting the Data Protection Officer at dpo@simonelectric.com.
6. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Simon is a group with an international presence. Depending on the country or market selected by the user, the inquiry, request, or form submitted through the Website may be handled by Simon Group companies located outside the European Economic Area. In such cases, personal data may be transferred to or accessed from the country where the company responsible for handling the request is located.
Likewise, certain technology providers, corporate tools, or support services used by Simon or by Simon Group companies may be located in or provide services from countries outside the European Economic Area.
When an international transfer of personal data occurs and Regulation (EU) 2016/679, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), applies, Simon will implement the safeguards required by the regulation, including, as applicable, adequacy decisions, Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, supplementary measures, or other legally valid mechanisms.
You may request additional information regarding applicable international transfers and the safeguards used by contacting dpo@simonelectric.com.
7. PROFILING, PERSONALIZATION, AND AUTOMATED DECISIONS
Simon may use browsing data, preferences, selected country, language, interactions with the Website, or professional information provided by the user to tailor content, improve the browsing experience, target communications, or display more relevant information.
When this personalization is based on cookies, online identifiers, or similar non-essential technologies, the user’s consent will be requested via the cookie settings panel. The user may withdraw or modify their consent at any time from that panel.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, Simon will not make decisions based solely on automated processing that produce legal effects on the user or significantly affect them in a similar manner.
8. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
The user, as a data subject, may exercise, where applicable, the rights of access, rectification, erasure, objection, restriction of processing, and data portability, as well as the right not to be subject to automated individual decision-making that produces legal effects or significantly affects them.
When processing is based on consent, the user may withdraw it at any time, without this affecting the lawfulness of the processing carried out prior to its withdrawal.
To exercise their rights, the user may submit a request to dpo@simonelectric.com. The request must allow for the verification of the applicant’s identity and specify the right they wish to exercise.
The user may also file a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (www.aepd.es) or with the competent supervisory authority in their country, if they believe that the processing of their personal data does not comply with applicable regulations. The appendices may include additional authorities or rights specific to each jurisdiction.
9. SECURITY
Simon will implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized access, or accidental or unlawful disclosure.
Access to personal data will be limited to those persons who need to know it for the performance of their duties. Simon and the companies of the Simon Group must maintain access controls and security measures commensurate with the risk.
10. COOKIE POLICY
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies. For more information on their use and on how to accept, reject, or configure cookies, users may consult the Cookie Policy available on the Website.
11. MODIFICATION OF THE PRIVACY POLICY
Simon may amend this Privacy Policy when necessary to adapt it to regulatory, technical, organizational, or operational changes to the Website. The current version will be the one published on the Website at any given time. If the changes substantially affect the processing activities described, Simon will take reasonable measures to inform users when required.
Effective date: 01/06/2026.
12. APPENDIX I: SIMON GROUP COMPANIES RESPONSIBLE BY COUNTRY OR GEOGRAPHIC REGION
This appendix identifies the Simon Group company that will receive or manage inquiries submitted through the Website based on the user’s country or geographic region.
User’s country / geographic region | Destination country | Company |
Andorra, EEA Europe (excluding Italy, Poland, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic), Non-EEA Europe (excluding Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Moldova, and Russia), Haiti, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Africa, MENA (excluding Morocco), Middle East (excluding Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Iraq, Iran, and Qatar), Asia (only Afghanistan, Bhutan, Japan, and East Timor), and Oceania | Spain | Simon, S.A.
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Mexico, North America, the Caribbean (except Haiti, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), Latin America (except Brazil) | Mexico | Simon Eléctrica de México, S.A. de C.V. |
Brazil | Brazil | Simon Materiais Elétricos e Eletrônicos LTDA |
Morocco | Morocco | Simon International, S.A. |
This Appendix only covers the countries/markets served through this Website. China, APAC, Italy, Poland, and Russia have their own websites.
Effective date: 01/06/2026.
13. ANNEX II: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON SUPERVISORY AUTHORITIES
When the processing is subject to applicable European or local data protection regulations, the user may file a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (www.aepd.es) or with the competent supervisory authority in their country of residence, place of work, or place of the alleged infringement.
In particular:
· Portugal: National Data Protection Commission (www.cnpd.pt)
· Andorra: Andorran Data Protection Agency (www.apda.ad)
The list of European authorities is available on the European Data Protection Board’s website.
Effective date: 01/06/2026.
ANNEX III: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR MEXICO
Data Controller
Simon Eléctrica de México, S.A. de C.V., located at Calle 5, Lotes 7 y 8, Manzana 10, Parque Industrial Toluca 2000, C.P. 50200, Toluca, State of Mexico, Mexico.
The contact channel for privacy-related matters is dpo@simonelectric.com.
Personal Data Processed
The Data Controller may process the categories of data described in the Policy, including identification and contact data, professional or profile data, data related to the inquiry or request, communication preferences, and technical or browsing data. The Data Controller does not request sensitive personal data through the Website.
Purposes of processing
The responsible company will process your data to address and manage your inquiries, requests for information, support, or advice; administer the forms, content, and features of the Website; forward your request to the relevant Simon Group company or department; maintain, where applicable, relationships with customers, prospects, professionals, distributors, or users; ensure the security of the Website; prevent fraud; and comply with legal obligations or regulatory requirements.
These purposes are necessary to address your request or for the operation of the Website, and therefore do not require your consent.
With your consent, the Data Controller may also send you promotional communications, newsletters, and information about Simon Group products, news, events, or campaigns, as well as create non-sensitive commercial profiles to tailor communications or content to your professional or commercial interests.
You may refuse or revoke your consent for these voluntary purposes, as well as limit the use or disclosure of your data, at any time via dpo@simonelectric.com.
Data Disclosures and Transfers
Data may be disclosed to suppliers acting on behalf of the responsible company, to companies within the Simon Group, and to competent authorities. When a transfer requires consent under Mexican law, it will be specifically requested.
You may obtain additional information regarding applicable transfers and the safeguards used by writing to dpo@simonelectric.com.
ARCO Rights, Revocation, and Limitation of Use
The user, as a data subject, may restrict the use or disclosure of their data, revoke their consent, and exercise their rights of access, rectification, erasure, and objection (ARCO) by sending a request to dpo@simonelectric.com, indicating their name, a contact method for receiving a response, proof of identity, and the right or request they wish to exercise.
Competent Authority
The user may contact the Secretariat for Anti-Corruption and Good Governance, which handles private sector matters through the General Directorate of Personal Data in the Private Sector (www.gob.mx/buengobierno ), if they believe their rights have been violated.
Substantial changes to this notice will be communicated by publishing the updated version on the website or through appropriate means.
Effective date: 01/06/2026.