Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://access-control-systems-pittsburgh-pa.alertblitz.com (hereinafter referred to as “our website” or “we”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information from visitors and users of our website and associated services.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

  1. Our official website at https://access-control-systems-pittsburgh-pa.alertblitz.com.
  2. Any mobile applications or software we offer.
  3. Online services and platforms accessed through our website.
  4. Interactions between users and our content, including but not limited to comments, inquiries, and feedback.

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, apps, or services linked from our platform. These entities have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of your information, so we encourage you to review them when visiting such sites.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides our interactions with users in various scenarios:

  1. As an Authorized User: If you sign up to use our applications or services, we will collect and process personal data necessary for account creation, management, and service provision.
  2. Website Visitors: When you visit our websites linked to this policy, we may gather information about your device, browser type, operating system, and usage patterns to enhance user experience and optimize content delivery.
  3. Communications: We may contact you via email, phone, or SMS for transactional purposes, such as order confirmations, service updates, or marketing communications (if you have consented).

Personal Data Collection

We collect several types of personal data to provide and improve our services:

  1. Account Information: Details required to create and manage your user account, including usernames, passwords, and contact preferences.
  2. Payment Information: Credit card numbers, billing addresses, and payment history for processing transactions.
  3. Financial Information: Banking details or other financial records necessary for financial services we offer or partner with.
  4. Purchase Information: Product/service purchases made through our platform, including order history and transaction details.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, IP addresses, and mobile app usage data to deliver personalized content and analyze user behavior.
  6. Location Data: Geographic coordinates from your device when you interact with our location-based services or consent to share your location.
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Personal insights, comments, and ratings provided by users to help us improve our products and services.
  8. Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when users choose to log in through such accounts for streamlined services.
  9. Product Information: Details about products viewed, added to carts, or purchased on our e-commerce platform.

We collect this data through direct user input, automated tracking technologies (like cookies and device identifiers), and third-party service providers.

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website:

  1. Strictly Necessary: These cookies are essential for basic functions like login, navigation, and account management. They cannot be blocked.
  2. Preference: Cookies store user preferences, language settings, and other customization options.
  3. Analytics: Tracking tools help us understand user behavior, improve website performance, and deliver targeted content.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager or browser settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for various periods based on legal requirements and business needs:

  1. Account Data: We keep account information as long as the account is active or as needed for legal compliance, tax records, or fraud prevention.
  2. Transaction Records: Financial and purchase data may be stored for an extended period to support payment processing, tax reporting, and record-keeping.
  3. Analytics and Research: Aggregated data derived from user interactions may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes.
  4. Legal Obligations: We may need to retain certain data to comply with legal requirements or government requests.

Once the purpose of data collection is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize personal data unless required otherwise by law.

Security Measures

We prioritize the protection of your data:

  1. Employ robust organizational and technical safeguards to secure personal data against unauthorized access or disclosure.
  2. Utilize encryption for data in transit and at rest to protect sensitive information.
  3. Engage trusted third-party processors who adhere to strict security standards to handle data on our behalf.
  4. Regularly review and update security protocols as new threats emerge.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or solicit personal data from children under the age of 18. If we discover that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly. Parents or legal guardians are encouraged to supervise their child’s online activities and use parental control tools as appropriate.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have various rights regarding personal data:

  1. Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
  3. Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Demand the deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
  4. Restriction: Limit our processing of your data in specific cases.
  5. Portability: Receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  6. Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  7. Non-Discrimination: Be free from discriminatory practices based on certain personal characteristics.
  8. Data Portability (in some jurisdictions): Transfer your data to another controller in a structured, commonly used format.

To exercise these rights or make data-related inquiries, please contact our privacy team using the details provided below. We will respond within the timeframe prescribed by applicable law.

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any modifications will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage users to review this policy periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

For any questions, comments, or data-related requests:

Email: [email protected]

Address: [Provide mailing address]

We are committed to handling your personal data with care and transparency. Thank you for choosing our services.