1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines the practices we follow regarding the collection, use, and sharing of personal and non-personal information from users of our website. By using our website, you consent to the terms of this policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information:
We collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us, such as:
- Your name, email address, phone number, or other contact details through forms on our website.
- Information you provide when signing up for newsletters, filling out surveys, or contacting us.
Non-Personal Information:
We automatically collect non-personal information through cookies and similar technologies, including:
- IP addresses, browser types, and operating systems.
- Usage data such as pages viewed, time spent on the website, and return visits.
Data from Third Parties:
We may also receive information from third-party services (e.g., analytics and ad monitoring tools) that track visitor interactions.
3. How We Collect Information
Direct Collection:
We collect information directly from you when you:
- Fill out contact forms.
- Sign up for newsletters or services.
- Participate in surveys or promotions.
Automated Collection:
We use cookies, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to automatically collect information about your activity on our website.
Third-Party Tools:
We use third-party services like Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our site. These tools may use cookies to gather data on website interactions, such as the number of visits, time spent, and how users navigate our site.
Embedded Third-Party Content:
We may embed third-party content on our website, such as videos or forms, which may collect data in accordance with their privacy policies.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Analyze website performance and track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
- Improve user experience and personalize content for return visitors.
- Monitor advertising and retarget users with relevant content.
- Communicate with you regarding our services or respond to your inquiries.
We will not use your personal information for any purpose other than what is outlined in this policy without your explicit consent.
5. How We Share Information
We may share your information in the following ways:
- With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party providers (e.g., analytics and advertising platforms) to assist us in analyzing data and managing marketing efforts.
- With Advertisers: We may share non-personal data, such as website usage statistics, with advertisers and marketing partners for retargeting and campaign optimization.
- With Third-Party Content Providers: Embedded content providers (e.g., videos or forms) may collect data directly from you. Please refer to their respective privacy policies.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose information when required by law or in response to legal processes to protect our rights or prevent fraud.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site, such as tracking which pages are most popular.
- Targeting Cookies: Used for ad targeting and retargeting.
How We Use Cookies:
- To monitor website traffic and visitor behavior through tools like Google Analytics.
- To enhance user experience by remembering preferences and providing personalized content.
- To track marketing campaigns and improve ad performance.
Managing Cookies:
You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. However, some website features may not function properly without cookies.
7. Embedded Third-Party Content
Our website may include content from third-party platforms, such as:
- Embedded videos from services like YouTube or Vimeo.
- Embedded forms from services like Google Forms or Typeform.
These third-party services may collect information about your interactions with the embedded content. We are not responsible for their data collection practices. Please review their privacy policies to understand how they handle your data.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit from our website to understand how your data will be handled.
9. Your Data Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request corrections to inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal information where applicable.
- Opt-out of tracking technologies, such as cookies, through your browser settings or by using opt-out tools provided by third parties (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on).
To exercise any of your data rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Information section below.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Non-personal information may be retained longer for analytics and reporting purposes.
11. Data Security
We take reasonable security measures to protect the information we collect, including encryption and secure server hosting. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data privacy rights, please contact us at:
NU Legal PLC, d/b/a Surge Business Law PLLC
5335 Merle Hay Rd, Suite 7
Johnston, IA 50131
Email: https://surge.law/contact
Website: https://surge.law
