Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to http://certified-pdr-technicians.autobodyshop-talk.com! We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, storage, handling, and disclosure of data that we receive from our users. Our commitment is to maintain transparency while adhering to various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information in the private sector
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) from the European Union
Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD) in Brazil
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and Colorado Private Information Protection Act (CPA) in the United States
Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA), Connecticut Common Cause Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), and South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Scope

This privacy policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including our website, mobile applications, services, and any other digital platforms owned or operated by Certified PDR Technicians (hereafter referred to as ‘we’ or ‘the Company’). Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party websites, applications, or services linked from our platform. Each of these third parties has its own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before providing any personal data.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines the practices related to:

Your use of our applications and services as an authorized user.
Visiting our websites that are subject to this Privacy Statement.
Receiving communications from us, including newsletters, emails, phone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect various types of personal information, which can include:

Account Information: Details related to your user account creation and management.
Payment Information: Data necessary for processing transactions, such as cardholder name, card number, expiration date, and security codes.
Financial Information: Information related to your financial status or transaction history (with your consent).
Purchase Information: Details about products or services you have purchased from us.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique identifiers assigned to mobile devices, such as IP addresses, device IDs, and advertising IDs.
Location Data: Information about your geographical location when using our location-based services.
Feedback: Any comments, suggestions, or reviews you choose to share with us.
Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when you interact with our content or engage with us on these platforms.
Product Information: Details you provide about the products we offer or inquire about.

We gather this data through various methods, including direct user input, interactions with our platform, and automated technologies like cookies and similar tracking tools. Additionally, third parties may share personal data with us for specific purposes, respecting their privacy policies.

Cookies

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

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These ensure basic functions of the website, such as user sessions and page navigation.
Preference Cookies: Used to remember user preferences and settings.
Analytics Cookies: Track website usage and visitor behavior to provide insights for improvement.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their privacy settings.

Retention and Deletion

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

Security Measures

The Company has implemented robust security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

Encryption: We use encryption for secure data transmission and storage.
Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third parties to process data on our behalf, ensuring they comply with strict security standards.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian concerned about any such data, please contact us, and we will make necessary arrangements.

Your Rights (Depending on Your Location)

The privacy laws in different regions grant individuals various rights regarding their personal data:

Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: The right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Erasure/Right to be Forgotten: The right to request the deletion of your personal data, under certain circumstances.
Restriction: The ability to restrict the processing of your personal data in specific situations.
Portability: The right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured format and transfer it to another controller.
Objection: The right to object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
Non-Discrimination: The guarantee that you will not be discriminated against for exercising your data protection rights.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our privacy team at your earliest convenience. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, adhering to legal requirements.

Changes to Policy

The Company reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes made will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle your data.

Contact Information

For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or questions regarding data privacy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Postal Address: [Provide the physical address]

We value your trust in sharing your personal information with us. This Privacy Policy demonstrates our commitment to protecting that data and ensuring transparency throughout our operations.