Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 28, 2024
Baycarl LLC ("we", "us", or "our") manages the website https://www.baycarleditingservices.com (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and describes your rights related to that data.
By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy. Unless otherwise defined, terms in this policy carry the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions available on our website.
Definitions
Service: Refers to the https://www.baycarleditingservices.com website managed by Baycarl LLC.
Personal Data: Information that can identify an individual, either by itself or combined with other information we hold.
Usage Data: Data collected automatically, either from the Service’s operations or the device you use to access it (such as page visit duration).
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device.
Data Controller: The entity (in this case, Baycarl LLC) responsible for deciding how and why personal information is processed.
Data Processors (or Service Providers): Third-party entities that process data on our behalf, helping us to operate the Service more effectively.
Data Subject (or User): Any individual using our Service.
Information Collection and Usage
We gather various types of information to provide and enhance our Service.
Types of Data Collected
1. Personal Data: While using the Service, you may be asked to provide personal information, such as:
- Name, email address, phone number, address
- Cookies and usage data
This information may be used to contact you with marketing and promotional materials. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.
2. Usage Data: We collect data on how the Service is accessed, which may include information such as IP address, browser type, pages visited, and visit times.
3. Tracking and Cookies Data: We use cookies and similar tools to monitor activity and enhance the Service. You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies, but this may impact Service functionality.
Examples of Cookies Used:
Session Cookies: Used to operate the Service
Preference Cookies: Store your preferences
Security Cookies: Used for security purposes
Data Use
Baycarl LLC utilizes collected data for various purposes, including to:
- Provide and maintain the Service
- Communicate changes to the Service
- Allow participation in interactive features
- Improve the Service through analysis
- Ensure security
- Provide you with updates and offers on similar products and services
Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR
If you’re based in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal grounds for collecting and using personal information include:
- Fulfilling a contract
- Your consent
- Legitimate interests that are not overridden by your rights
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Ensure security
- Provide you with updates and offers on similar products and services
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy and to comply with legal requirements. Usage data is retained for shorter periods, unless required for security or functionality improvements.
Data Transfer
Your data, including personal data, may be transferred to and maintained on servers outside your location. By submitting your information, you consent to this transfer, ensuring data security according to this Privacy Policy.
Disclosure of Data
We may disclose your data:
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect Baycarl LLC's rights
- To protect the safety of users and the public
Data Security
We prioritize the security of your data, though no internet transmission or electronic storage is entirely secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable methods to protect your personal data.
"Do Not Track" Signals
Our Service does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals. Adjust this preference in your browser settings.
GDPR Data Protection Rights
If you reside in the EEA, you have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate information
- Object to data processing
- Restrict data processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
Service Providers
We work with third-party companies to facilitate our Service, perform related services, or analyze its usage. These providers access personal data only to perform tasks on our behalf and are prohibited from using it for other purposes.
Analytics
We use third-party analytics services, like Google Analytics, to monitor and analyze the Service’s use. You can opt-out of Google Analytics through your browser settings.
Payments
Our Service may involve paid products/services; third-party payment processors handle payment processing. These processors comply with PCI-DSS standards to secure payment information.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service does not target individuals under 18. If we learn that we have collected data from a minor without parental consent, we will remove that data.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes take effect upon posting, and we will notify you of significant changes through email or a notice on our Service.