Data Controller

R.C.M. DI FABIO RAFFAELE & C. SNC
VIA GAROFALO 32, 20133 MILAN (MI)
Contact email: rcm.fabio@gmail.com

Types of data collected

Among the Personal Data collected by this website www.rcmbearings.it, either directly or through third parties, are:

Identification Data (first name, last name, company name)
Contact Data (email, phone number)
Physical address, city, ZIP code
Website usage data
Tracking tools (cookies and similar technologies)
Browsing data (IP address, system logs)
Interactions with the website (clicks, scrolls, interaction events where analytics tools are present)

Full details are provided in the relevant sections of this policy or prior to data collection.

Purposes of processing data

Data is collected for the following purposes:

Responding to contact or information requests
Management of customers and potential customers
Legal and tax compliance
Improvement of the browsing experience
Statistics and traffic analysis
Protection against spam and abuse
Display of content from external platforms

Legal basis of the processing

Data processing is based on:

User consent (cookies, marketing, non-anonymized analytics)
Performance of pre-contractual or contractual obligations
Legal obligations of the Data Controller
Legitimate interests of the Data Controller (security, website improvement)

Users may request clarification regarding the legal basis for each processing activity.

Methods of Processing

Data processing is carried out using IT and telecommunications tools, with appropriate security measures in place to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of the data. The following parties may access the data:

authorized internal staff
technical service providers
hosting providers
external consultants (marketing, legal, IT)

These parties may be appointed as Data Processors.

Retention period

Data is retained for the period strictly necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:

contractual data: up to 10 years (tax obligations)
contact data: up to 12 months from the last interaction
marketing data: until consent is withdrawn
analytics data: up to 14 months (unless otherwise configured)

Cookies and tracking tools

This website uses technical cookies and, with your consent, analytical and third-party cookies. You can manage your preferences via the cookie banner or your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Services Used

Google Analytics 4

This website uses Google Analytics 4, provided by Google Ireland Limited, for aggregate statistical analysis. The data collected may include anonymous browsing information and IP addresses (anonymized). This service may involve the transfer of data to countries outside the EU in accordance with the Standard Contractual Clauses.

Google maps

The website integrates Google Maps to display geographic locations. Using this service may involve the collection of data such as IP addresses and location data.

WhatsApp Business widget

This website uses the WhatsApp Business widget provided by Meta Platforms Ireland Limited to enable direct communication with users. The data processed may include your name, phone number, and the content of your messages. Use of this service involves the transfer of data to infrastructure managed by Meta, including infrastructure located outside the EU.

Data transfers outside the EU

Some service providers (e.g., Google, Meta) may transfer data to countries outside the European Union. Such transfers are carried out in accordance with the safeguards provided for by the GDPR, including Standard Contractual Clauses or other appropriate safeguards.

User Rights

You may exercise the following rights:

access to data
correction
deletion (right to be forgotten)
restriction of processing
objection
data portability
withdrawal of consent

You may also file a complaint with the competent authority: the Italian Data Protection Authority.

How to Exercise Your Rights

Requests may be submitted to the Data Controller using the contact information provided above. There is no charge for these requests, and they will be processed within 30 days.

Legal Defense

Personal data may be used to defend the Data Controller in court or during preliminary proceedings against misuse or unlawful use of the website.

System and Security Logs

For operational and security purposes, the website may collect system logs that include IP addresses.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

The Data Controller reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

Legal References

This privacy policy has been prepared in accordance with: current Italian legislation on the protection of personal data and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

20th April 2026