Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://fort-collins-plumber.154news.com! We, Fort Collins Plumber (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “the Company”), are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, storage, access, and processing of personal information in alignment with various international privacy laws, including:

  • Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Quebec Law 25
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) of Brazil
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), Connecticut’s Consumer Toxicity Data Protection Act (CTDPA), Virginia’s Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), and many more.

Scope

This Privacy Policy covers all aspects of our website (https://fort-collins-plumber.154news.com), applications, services, and products. Please note that it does not extend to third-party platforms or services accessed through links on our site, which have their own privacy policies governing data collection and usage.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines our practices when users:

  • Utilize our applications and services as authorized users.
  • Visit websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
  • Engage with us through communications like newsletters, emails, calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect various categories of personal data, including:

  • Account Information: Details related to your user account creation and management.
  • Payment Information: Data necessary for processing payments, such as cardholder name, payment amount, and transaction dates.
  • Financial Information: Your financial records, including bank account details (for direct deposits or refunds).
  • Purchase Information: Products or services you’ve purchased from us, along with order history.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers from your mobile devices when using our apps.
  • Location Data: Geolocation data provided by your browser or device when interacting with our sites or apps.
  • Feedback and Reviews: Comments, suggestions, and reviews you share with us.
  • Social Media Information: Data obtained through social media integrations or when you engage with us on social platforms.
  • Product Information: Details about products you browse, view, or purchase from our website.

We collect this data through various means: user input forms, account settings, browsing activities, interactions with our customer support team, and automated technologies (like cookies and tracking pixels). Additionally, third parties may share personal data with us, adhering to their respective privacy policies.

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website and for analytics purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Crucial for site functionality, enabling core features like user login.
  • Preference Cookies: Remembering user preferences to provide a personalized experience.
  • Analytics Cookies: Tracking website usage to understand how visitors engage with our content and improve our services.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to control their cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary for the purpose it was collected or as required by law. Once the retention period expires or when the purpose changes, we securely delete or anonymize the data.

Security Measures

We have implemented robust security measures to safeguard your personal data:

  • Employing encryption protocols for secure data transmission.
  • Engaging secure third-party processing partners who adhere to industry standards.
  • Regularly reviewing and updating our security practices to protect against potential threats.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or intentionally target personal data from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such information by mistake, please contact us using the details provided below, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific 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 a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Objection: Object to or refuse certain uses of your data.
  • Non-Discrimination: Be free from discriminatory practices based on certain personal characteristics.
  • Appeals/Complaints: File appeals or complaints with our privacy team or relevant supervisory authorities.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the ‘Contact Information’ section below.

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 an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy, please contact us:

We are committed to addressing your inquiries and ensuring transparency in our data handling practices.