Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://steel-providers-near-bendigo.thebestlocalpro.com (hereinafter referred to as “Steel Providers,” “we,” or “our”). We are committed to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users while prioritizing the privacy and protection of your personal data. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information about our visitors and users in compliance with various international privacy laws, including but not limited to:

• Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
• Quebec Law 25
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
• Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its updated version, the California Consumer Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
• Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
• Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA)
• Connecticut Law on Privacy (CTDPA)
• Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
• Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa

Scope

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

1. Our official website at https://steel-providers-near-bendigo.thebestlocalpro.com
2. All applications, services, and products offered by Steel Providers
3. Interactions between users and our digital platforms
4. Any third-party links or integrations accessible through our site

Please note that this policy does not extend to the privacy practices of other websites, apps, or services that you may access through external links on our platform. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal information.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines how your data is handled when:

1. You use our applications and services as an authorized user, which includes logging in, creating an account, or accessing personalized features.
2. You visit our website(s) linked to this privacy policy, where we may collect usage data and track your interaction with our content.
3. You choose to receive communications from us, such as newsletters, promotional emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We gather various types of personal information, including:

1. Account Information: This includes usernames, passwords, and contact details associated with your account on our platform.
2. Payment Information: Details related to payment methods you use for purchases or subscriptions on our site.
3. Financial Information: Transaction records, billing addresses, and other financial data required for processing payments.
4. Purchase Information: Products or services purchased, quantities, prices, and delivery details.
5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers such as IP addresses, device IDs, and mobile carrier information to facilitate service delivery.
6. Location Data: Geographic coordinates and location-based services data when you interact with our geolocated features.
7. Feedback: Comments, reviews, ratings, and survey responses that you choose to provide.
8. Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when users connect their accounts for seamless access or share content on our platform.
9. Product Information: Preferences, specifications, and interactions with products displayed on our website.

We collect this data through various methods: user input forms, account settings, browsing activities, analytics tools, cookies, and third-party integrations. Additionally, some information may be provided to us by third parties, adhering to their respective privacy policies.

Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by our website or third-party services. They play a crucial role in enhancing user experience and enabling certain functions:

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functionalities of our site, such as secure login, account management, and page navigation.
2. Preference Cookies: Tailored settings and preferences are saved to provide personalized experiences on subsequent visits.
3. Analytics Cookies: We use these cookies for analytics purposes to understand how users interact with our website, track performance, and improve overall user experience.

Users have the option to control non-essential (i.e., tracking or marketing) cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing you to customize your privacy settings.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as it is necessary for the purposes specified in this policy or required by applicable laws. After fulfilling these purposes, we securely delete or anonymize the data to prevent re-identification. Here’s a breakdown:

• Account Data: Retained until your account is deactivated or closed.
• Transaction Records: Preserved for financial record-keeping and tax purposes (as per legal requirements).
• Customer Support Interactions: Kept for the duration of your interaction and for future reference, but not longer than necessary.
• Analytics Data: Aggregated and retained for a limited period to improve our services.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our security measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage.
• Secure third-party processing partners who adhere to strict data protection standards.
• Regular security audits and updates to our systems.
• Access controls and employee training on data protection best practices.

Children’s Privacy

Steel Providers does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18 (or the legal age limit in your jurisdiction). Our services are not targeted at minors, and we do not allow them to create accounts or provide any personal data without parental consent.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
• Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Demand the deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
• Restriction: Limit our processing of your data under specific conditions.
• Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and transfer it to another controller.
• Objection: Object to the processing of your data for legitimate interests or direct marketing purposes.
• Non-Discrimination: Assert that you will not be subject to automated individual decision-making or profiling.

To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Privacy Team via the provided contact details in this policy. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and adhere to applicable laws.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes made will be reflected on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, subscription requests, data-related questions, or complaints, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Address: Privacy Team, Steel Providers, [Physical Address]