1. Introduction
At Collaborative Technologies (Ct), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the site or use our services.
5. Data Retention
- Retention Period: We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
- Deletion Requests: You can request the deletion of your data by contacting us. We will process such requests in accordance with applicable laws.
6. Third-Party Services
- Third-Party Providers: We work with third-party providers that may have access to your data. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use your data as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
- Data Sharing: We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent. Data may be shared with third parties for legal or regulatory reasons.
7. User Rights
- Access to Information: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you. You can request this information by contacting us directly.
- Correction of Information: If you believe the information we hold about you is inaccurate, you have the right to request a correction. We will update the information promptly.
- Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. This can be done by contacting us.
8. Children’s Privacy
- COPPA Compliance: Collaborative Technologies complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
- Age Restrictions: Our services are not intended for children under 16, and we require verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal information from minors.
9. International Data Transfers
- Data Transfer Mechanisms: If we transfer your data internationally, we ensure it is protected under the same standards as if it were processed within your home country. We use approved data transfer mechanisms, such as standard contractual clauses, to safeguard your data.
- Compliance with Local Laws: We ensure that all international data transfers comply with local data protection laws, and we obtain your consent before transferring data to jurisdictions with different data protection standards.
10. Security Measures
- Data Protection: We implement a variety of security measures, including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits, to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.
- Breach Notification: In the event of a data breach, we will notify you and the appropriate regulatory authorities within the time frame required by applicable law. We will also provide information on the steps we have taken to mitigate the breach and prevent future occurrences.
11. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.