Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://backyard-deck.alertblitz.com! We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and management of information about our users and customers. By visiting our website or using our services, you consent to the terms outlined herein, in accordance with various international privacy laws, 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
  • The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
  • Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its updated version, the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
  • Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
  • Utah Consumer Sales Practice Act (UCPA)
  • Connecticut Consumer Data Protection Act (CTDPA)
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
  • South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies to the entire https://backyard-deck.alertblitz.com ecosystem, encompassing our websites, applications, services, and products under our direct control. Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, or services accessed through links on our site. These entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before using such services.

Processing Activities

This policy outlines the practices related to:

  • Using our applications and services as an authorized user.
  • Visiting any websites linked to this Privacy Policy.
  • Receiving communications from us via various channels, including newsletters, emails, telephone calls, or text messages (SMS).

Personal Data Collection

We collect multiple types of personal data, which can include:

  • Account Information: Details related to your account creation and management, such as username, password, email address, and profile settings.
  • Payment Information: Transaction details, payment method information, and billing addresses for processing purchases or services.
  • Financial Information: Data associated with your financial transactions, including bank account numbers (if stored) and transaction history.
  • Purchase Information: Product or service preferences, order history, and purchase timestamps.
  • Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, advertising IDs, and mobile network information from your smartphone or tablet.
  • Location Data: GPS coordinates and location services data to provide location-based services.
  • Feedback: Comments, reviews, ratings, and responses you share with us about our products or services.
  • Social Media Information: Data from social media platforms when you interact with our content or use social login features.
  • Product Information: Details about products you view, search for, or purchase on our sites.

We collect this data through direct user input, interactions with our systems, and automated technologies like cookies and tracking pixels. Additionally, third parties may provide us with personal data in accordance with their privacy policies.

Cookies

We utilize cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that serve various purposes:

  • Strictly Necessary: These ensure core functionality of our websites, such as remembering login details.
  • Preference: Remembering user preferences for a personalized experience.
  • Analytics: Tracking aggregated user data to improve our services and content.

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

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary for the purposes specified in this policy or required by applicable law. Once the retention period expires or upon request for deletion, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

Security Measures

To protect your personal data, we implement robust security measures:

  • Employing encryption for secure communication and data storage.
  • Engaging reputable third-party processing partners who adhere to strict security standards.
  • Regularly reviewing and updating our security protocols to adapt to emerging threats.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian concerned about our collection practices, please contact us using the information provided in the ‘Contact Us’ section below.

Your Rights (Subject to Local Laws)

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access, rectification, and erasure of your data.
  • Restriction or objecting to the processing of your data.
  • Data portability, allowing you to move or copy your data.
  • The right not to be subject to automated decision-making processes.
  • Filing appeals or complaints with us or relevant authorities.
  • Withdrawing consent for specific purposes at any time.

To exercise these rights or have any data-related queries, please reach out to our privacy team using the contact details provided below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe in accordance with applicable laws.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effectively immediately upon posting on our website, and continued use of our services after such updates signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

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