Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

1. Introduction

Synomia is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data processed through the Datanomia™ healthcare intelligence platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information, the principles guiding our data protection practices, and your rights under applicable laws, including the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using our website or engaging with our platform, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

2. About Datanomia™

Datanomia™ provides codified, anonymized, and compliant patient datasets for real-world evidence (RWE) and healthcare research. The platform operates within a strict governance and compliance framework, ensuring that no identifiable patient information is ever made available to users.

All data accessible through Datanomia™ is anonymized, verified, and processed in accordance with Swiss and European data protection standards.

3. What Data We Process

3.1. Website Visitors and Contact Forms

When you visit our website or contact us via forms (e.g., “Schedule a Call” or “Contact Us”), we may collect the following information:

  • First name and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Organization or research focus
  • Message content you choose to provide

This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry, schedule meetings, or provide information about our services.

3.2. Platform and Research Data

Datanomia™ operates on fully anonymized datasets.

  • No raw or identifiable patient data (e.g., name, address, AHV number, date of birth) leaves the originating medical practice.
  • All datasets are anonymized through a two-tier process involving local de-identification and secure enclave transformation.
  • Only final, research-grade anonymized datasets are accessible within the platform.

No personal data of patients is processed by Synomia in identifiable form.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data for the following legitimate purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries, demo requests, or research collaboration proposals.
  • To manage access to the Datanomia™ platform.
  • To comply with legal, ethical, and regulatory obligations related to data protection and research governance.
  • To maintain platform security, audit logs, and access management records.

All processing activities are aligned with our compliance obligations under FADP and GDPR.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you submit information voluntarily through contact forms.
  • Contractual necessity: When we process data to provide services or manage platform access.
  • Legal obligation: To comply with Swiss and European data protection laws.
  • Legitimate interests: For maintaining platform security and integrity.

6. Data Governance and Security

Synomia maintains a robust data governance framework, including:

  • Strict access controls and role-based permissions.
  • Comprehensive audit trails at every processing stage.
  • Documented anonymization workflows with defined roles and responsibilities.
  • Immediate halting of processing upon consent withdrawal.
  • Independent validation of compliance through:
    • Third-party legal review (Who’s Who Legal–recognized law firm)
    • Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
    • Security audits and DPO approval

Raw or partially de-identified data is never accessible to Synomia or platform users.

7. International Data Transfers

All data is processed and stored within Switzerland or the European Economic Area (EEA).
No transfers to non-compliant jurisdictions occur without ensuring adequate protection as required by law.

8. Data Retention

We retain contact information only as long as necessary to respond to inquiries or maintain an ongoing professional relationship.
Anonymized datasets processed within Datanomia™ are retained for research and compliance purposes without any means of re-identification.

9. Your Rights

Under FADP and GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request correction or deletion of your information.
  • Withdraw consent at any time.
  • Restrict or object to processing under certain circumstances.
  • Lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@synomia.ch

10. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use minimal, non-invasive cookies to support basic functionality and analytics. No tracking or marketing cookies are used without your consent.
You can adjust cookie preferences directly from your browser settings.

11. Contact Information

Synomia AG
Rue du la Blancherie 2, 1950 Sion, Switzerland
Email: info@synomia.ch
Website: www.synomia.ch

For any data protection inquiries, you may also contact our appointed Data Protection Officer (DPO) via the same email address.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. The latest version will always be available on our website.

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