Privacy-statement
At Meekes, officially Chiel Meekes Trading Company B.V., we believe it's important to be transparent about how we handle your personal data. We understand that your privacy is valuable, which is why we ensure your data is treated securely and confidentially. In this privacy statement, we explain what personal data we collect, why we do so, and how we ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Dutch Cookie Act.
Who are we?
Chiel Meekes Trading Company B.V. is the data controller for processing your personal data. We ensure that your data is treated securely and confidentially in accordance with privacy legislation.
Our details:
Chiel Meekes Trading Company B.V.
Rondweg zuid 85
7102 JD Winterswijk
Email: info@meekestrade.com
Chamber of Commerce number: 60731885
Why do we collect your data and what do we do with it?
We collect personal data when you place an order with us, contact us via email or chat, or use our website. This data is collected to enable us to provide our services effectively, including:
• Fulfilment of agreements: e.g. processing orders and delivering products.
• Customer service and communication: to respond to queries or handle requests.
• Improving our website and services: using data to optimise the site and user experience.
• Marketing purposes: only with your explicit consent, to send newsletters or other product and service information.
We only collect the data necessary for our services, such as:
• Contact details: your name, email address, phone number, and address.
• Payment information: to process orders.
• Website usage data: like your IP address and how you use the website (via cookies and other technologies).
We anonymise data wherever possible.
How do we protect your data?
Your privacy is important to us, and we take appropriate measures to protect your data. We secure transmissions between our website and your browser, and ensure only authorised personnel have access, who follow strict privacy rules. We also work with trusted partners under data processing agreements.
Cookies and other technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies such as JavaScript and web beacons. Cookies are small files stored on your device to help the website function properly, enhance usability, and – with your permission – show targeted ads. Upon your first visit, we ask for cookie consent via a banner. You can set and adjust your preferences anytime in your browser. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
We use the following types of cookies:
• Functional cookies
These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They ensure, for example, that your preferences are remembered or that you remain logged in during your visit.
• Analytical cookies (anonymised)
Analytical cookies help us understand how our website is used. For example, they show which pages are popular and how visitors navigate. We use this information to improve the website. Where possible, we anonymise this data.
• Marketing and tracking cookies
These cookies are only placed if you give explicit consent. They are used to track your browsing behaviour so we can show you relevant advertisements via, for example, Google or social media. Without your consent, these cookies will not be placed.
• Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by external parties, for example through embedded videos or social media integrations. These cookies are only activated after you have given your consent. They will only become active with your permission.
New cookies and changes
If Meekes adds new cookies or updates this policy, we will request consent again unless they fall under legal exceptions (e.g. essential cookies).
Want to know more about cookies?
Would you like to learn more about cookies and how to manage them? Then take a look at the following pages:
- About cookie law:
- Consumentenbond – What are cookies?:
- Consumentenbond – Delete or disable cookies:
- About online privacy and advertising:
Note: Meekes accepts no responsibility for the (in)completeness or (in)accuracy of information on these (or other) third-party websites.
Retention periods
We do not retain your data longer than necessary for the intended purposes. Data for administrative or tax obligations is kept for up to seven years. Other data, such as emails or chat logs, is kept as long as needed to process your request or order. After the retention period, your data will be safely deleted or anonymised.
Your rights as a customer
You have the right to access, correct or delete your personal data. Under the GDPR, your rights include:
• Access: You have the right to access the data we process about you.
• Correction and deletion: You may ask us to correct or delete data that is incorrect or incomplete.
• Restriction of processing: In certain cases, you can request that we restrict the processing of your data.
• Objecting: You can object to the processing of your personal data.
• Data portability: You can request to receive your data in a structured, commonly used format and transfer it to another organisation.
To exercise your rights, email us at info@meekestrade.com.
Sharing data with third parties
We only share your data with third parties when necessary for our services, such as web hosting, delivery, or payment providers. We ensure these partners comply with privacy laws through data processing agreements. Your data is never sold.
Changes to this privacy statement
This privacy statement may be updated due to changes in legislation or services. We recommend checking it regularly. Last updated: 01 May 2025.
Contact
For questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at info@meekestrade.com or by post: Rondweg zuid 85, 7102 JD Winterswijk.